PUERTO VARAS – EXPERIENCE PROGRAM

06 DAYS AND 05 NIGHTS


IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

  • The program is arranged according to the passenger’s travel date (you propose the date and we confirm availability). Our programs do not operate with scheduled departures and do not depend on reaching a minimum number of participants, which ensures that the reservation will not be cancelled due to lack of participants.

INCLUDES:

  • Round-trip airfare Santiago – Puerto Montt – Santiago
    • Included baggage: Under-seat personal item (up to 10 kg) / Once we send you the flight details, you may add additional baggage if you wish
  • Transfer Puerto Montt Airport – Accommodation in Puerto Varas – Puerto Montt Airport
  • 05 nights of accommodation in Puerto Varas
    • Includes: According to the selected accommodation and the services confirmed at the time of booking
  • Excursion Chiloé Island, Castro and Dalcahue
    • Includes: Shared round-trip transportation from and back to the accommodation in Puerto Varas, certified bilingual guide and ferry crossing through the Canal de Chacao (Chacao Channel).
    • Places to visit: Canal de Chacao (Chacao Channel), Chacao, Castro, Palafitos de Castro (Castro Palafitos), Dalcahue, Mercado Artesanal de Dalcahue (Dalcahue Craft Market) and Iglesias de Chiloé (Churches of Chiloé).
  • Excursion Osorno Volcano and Petrohué Falls
    • Includes: Shared round-trip transportation from and back to the accommodation in Puerto Varas and certified bilingual guide.
    • Places to visit: Lago Llanquihue (Llanquihue Lake), Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, Petrohué Falls, Lago Todos los Santos (Todos los Santos Lake) and Osorno Volcano.
  • Excursion Todos los Santos Lake Navigation and Villa Peulla
    • Includes: Shared round-trip transportation from and back to the accommodation in Puerto Varas, round-trip navigation on Catamarán Lagos Andino and certified bilingual guide.
    • Places to visit: Lago Llanquihue (Llanquihue Lake), Petrohué, Lago Todos los Santos (Todos los Santos Lake), Villa Peulla, Cascada de los Novios (Los Novios Waterfall), Cascada Puerto Villa Peulla (Puerto Villa Peulla Waterfall), Mirador Cerro Techado (Cerro Techado Viewpoint) and Cementerio de Villa Peulla (Villa Peulla Cemetery).
  • Excursion Tour Around Lago Llanquihue
    • Includes: Shared round-trip transportation from and back to the accommodation in Puerto Varas and certified bilingual guide.
    • Places to visit: Llanquihue, Frutillar, Museo Colonial Alemán (German Colonial Museum), Teatro del Lago (Lake Theater), Puerto Octay, Las Cascadas and Ensenada.

AGENCY SERVICES (INCLUDED)

  • Personalized assistance before the trip
  • Assistance throughout the journey during the entire experience
  • Travel documentation
    • Destination tips
    • Welcome letter
    • Service voucher
    • Detailed travel itinerary
    • Tips for neurodivergent passengers

NOT INCLUDED:

  • Flights do not include cabin baggage, checked baggage or seat selection. Once the tickets have been issued, the link to your flights will be sent to you, where you may add these services directly if you wish
  • Breakfast on the first day
  • Lunches and dinners
  • Meals not specified
  • Other expenses not mentioned
  • Other services not specified
  • Personal insurance or travel insurance (recommended)
  • Technical clothing or appropriate attire for the activity, unless otherwise indicated in each excursion
  • Entrance to Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park
  • Chairlift at Osorno Volcano
  • Ecotourism activities in Villa Peulla
  • Museum entrance fees during the Tour Around Lago Llanquihue
The total prices correspond to the number of passengers indicated in the selected room type
Total number of passengersRoom typeTotal price (CLP)
1Single Room with private bathroom$880.000
2Double Room with one double bed or two single beds and private bathroom$1.380.000
3Triple Room with private bathroom$2.040.000
4Quadruple Room with private bathroom$2.600.000
Reference prices to be confirmed, subject to availability according to the travel date.

 

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PUERTO VARAS – EXPERIENCE PROGRAM

Not included:

  • Meals not specified
  • Other expenses not mentioned
  • Other services not specified
  • Personal insurance or travel insurance
  • Technical clothing or appropriate attire for the activity, unless otherwise indicated in each excursion

What to bring:

  • Personal water (mandatory)
  • Camera or mobile phone with a fully charged battery
  • Sun protection: hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
  • Comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for the service, according to the destination and weather conditions

➜ Flight and transfer

Flight: Santiago – Puerto Montt:

Shared transfer: Puerto Montt Airport – Accommodation in Puerto Varas

Check-in – accommodation: From 15:00 hrs

Chiloé Island, Castro and Dalcahue

The Chiloé Island, Castro and Dalcahue excursion allows you to discover one of the most representative cultural destinations in southern Chile, exploring the heritage, maritime and architectural richness of the Isla Grande de Chiloé (Big Island of Chiloé), located in the Los Lagos Region. This tour combines navigation, traditional towns, historic churches and local markets in a full-day experience from Puerto Varas.

The excursion begins with departure from your accommodation in Puerto Varas, heading toward the crossing of the Canal de Chacao (Chacao Channel), gateway to Chiloé. During the ferry crossing, it is possible to appreciate seabirds and part of the coastal landscape of the archipelago. Once on the island, the route continues through the town of Chacao and then on to Castro, the provincial capital, recognized for its emblematic palafitos, its urban Chilote life and its heritage value.

During the day, you will also visit Dalcahue, one of the most traditional towns on the island, where you can explore its waterfront, its craft market, its church and different spaces associated with local life. During the tour, there will be free time for lunch in Castro or in the Dalcahue area, where you can enjoy typical Chilote cuisine. Once the experience is finished, the return to the accommodation in Puerto Varas takes place.

Places to visit: Canal de Chacao (Chacao Channel), Chacao, Castro, Palafitos de Castro (Castro Palafitos), Dalcahue, Mercado Artesanal de Dalcahue (Dalcahue Craft Market) and Iglesias de Chiloé (Churches of Chiloé)

Departure time: (Departure from the accommodation)

  • Between 08:00 and 08:30 hrs approx

Return time: (Return to the accommodation)

  • From 18:30 hrs approx
  • The return time may vary depending on weather conditions or other operational circumstances

Tour starting point:

  • Transfer time between the accommodation and the tour starting point: approx each way

Includes:

  • Shared round-trip transportation from and back to the accommodation in Puerto Varas ()
  • Certified bilingual guide
  • Ferry crossing through the Canal de Chacao (Chacao Channel)

Important information:

  • No entrance fees required
  • Meals are not included
  • Activity difficulty: Low
  • Total tour duration: approx. 10 hours
  • Operating days: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
  • Beverages and snacks are not included. We recommend bringing your own
  • During the day there will be free time for lunch and to discover part of the local gastronomy in Chiloé
  • If the activity cannot be carried out and the cancellation is informed at least one day in advance, the possibility of rescheduling during the trip or the corresponding refund will be evaluated, according to operational conditions
    • If the cancellation occurs once the transfer has started or while en route due to force majeure, the service will be considered as provided by the supplier

Osorno Volcano and Petrohué Falls

The Osorno Volcano and Petrohué Falls excursion allows you to explore some of the most iconic landscapes of the Los Lagos Region, visiting the surroundings of Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, the imposing Osorno Volcano and the famous Petrohué Falls, in southern Chile. This day combines nature, volcanoes, lakes and viewpoints in a full-day experience from Puerto Varas.

The excursion begins with departure from your accommodation in Puerto Varas, bordering Lago Llanquihue (Llanquihue Lake) along the southern shore, while observing landscapes associated with German colonization and local agriculture. The route then enters Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, where the Petrohué Falls are visited, recognized for their turquoise waters flowing over ancient volcanic lava formations.

During the day, you will also contemplate Lago Todos los Santos (Todos los Santos Lake) and afterwards continue toward the base of Osorno Volcano, one of the most emblematic volcanoes in southern Chile. In the Ensenada area, there will be a stop for an optional lunch, with local gastronomic alternatives available. If weather conditions allow it, there is the possibility of taking the chairlift (optional) to enjoy panoramic views of the surroundings. Once the experience is finished, the return to the accommodation in Puerto Varas takes place.

Places to visit: Lago Llanquihue (Llanquihue Lake), Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, Petrohué Falls, Lago Todos los Santos (Todos los Santos Lake) and Osorno Volcano

Departure time: (Departure from the accommodation)

  • Between 09:00 and 09:30 hrs approx

Return time: (Return to the accommodation)

  • From 17:30 hrs approx
  • The return time may vary depending on weather conditions or other operational circumstances

Starting point of the activity:

  • Transfer time between the accommodation and the starting point of the activity: approx each way

Includes:

  • Shared round-trip transportation from and back to the accommodation in Puerto Varas ()
  • Certified bilingual guide

Important information:

  • Does not include chairlift
  • Meals are not included
  • Activity difficulty: Low
  • Operating days: every day
  • Activity suitable for all ages
  • Total tour duration: approx. 8 hours
  • Beverages and snacks are not included. We recommend bringing your own
  • Does not include entrance to Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park
  • During the route there are local gastronomic options available for purchase
  • Reference entrance to Petrohué Falls: direct payment to CONAF at the time of the visit
    • National rate: $3.350 per person
    • International rate: $7.500 per person
  • Chairlift at Osorno Volcano: optional service available on site
    • Reference price from $30.000 per person
    • Subject to weather conditions and operation of the mountain center
  • If the activity cannot be carried out and the cancellation is informed at least one day in advance, the possibility of rescheduling during the trip or the corresponding refund will be evaluated, according to operational conditions
    • If the cancellation occurs once the transfer has started or while en route due to force majeure, the service will be considered as provided by the supplier

Todos los Santos Lake Navigation and Villa Peulla

The navigation on Lago Todos los Santos (Todos los Santos Lake) and Villa Peulla allows you to enjoy a day of connection with nature in one of the most representative landscapes of northern Chilean Patagonia, sailing across the majestic Lago Todos los Santos (Todos los Santos Lake) until reaching Villa Peulla, an ecological village nestled in the mountains inside Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, in the Los Lagos Region.

The excursion begins with departure from your accommodation in Puerto Varas, following the scenic route along Lago Llanquihue (Llanquihue Lake), with panoramic views of the Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes. Afterwards, you arrive at Petrohué, the boarding point for the navigation on Lago Todos los Santos (Todos los Santos Lake), whose emerald waters are surrounded by the Osorno, Puntiagudo and Tronador volcanoes.

Upon arriving at Villa Peulla, you will have time to explore the surroundings at your own pace and have lunch in the area. You may also take part in optional ecotourism activities such as hiking, canopy, horseback riding or photo safaris, subject to availability. Once the experience is finished, the return navigation takes place and afterwards the return to the accommodation in Puerto Varas.

Places to visit: Lago Llanquihue (Llanquihue Lake), Petrohué, Lago Todos los Santos (Todos los Santos Lake), Villa Peulla, Cascada de los Novios (Los Novios Waterfall), Cascada Puerto Villa Peulla (Puerto Villa Peulla Waterfall), Mirador Cerro Techado (Cerro Techado Viewpoint) and Cementerio de Villa Peulla (Villa Peulla Cemetery)

Departure time: (Departure from the accommodation)

  • Between 07:30 and 08:00 hrs approx

Return time: (Return to the accommodation)

  • From 17:00 hrs approx
  • The return time may vary depending on weather conditions or other operational circumstances

Starting point of the activity:

  • Transfer time between the accommodation and the starting point of the activity:

Includes:

  • Shared round-trip transportation from and back to the accommodation in Puerto Varas ()
  • Round-trip navigation on Catamarán Lagos Andino
  • Certified bilingual guide

Important information:

  • Meals are not included
  • Activity difficulty: Low
  • Operating days: every day
  • Total tour duration: approx. 8 hours
  • Ecotourism activities in Villa Peulla are not included
  • Beverages and snacks are not included. We recommend bringing your own
  • Free time in Villa Peulla to explore independently or have lunch
  • Does not include entrance to Petrohué Falls, unless you voluntarily wish to visit them again
  • If weather conditions allow, during the navigation there are views of the Osorno, Puntiagudo and Tronador volcanoes
  • If the activity cannot be carried out and the cancellation is informed at least one day in advance, the possibility of rescheduling during the trip or the corresponding refund will be evaluated, according to operational conditions
    • If the cancellation occurs once the transfer has started or while en route due to force majeure, the service will be considered as provided by the supplier

Tour Around Lago Llanquihue

The tour around Lago Llanquihue (Llanquihue Lake) allows you to explore one of the most attractive scenic circuits in southern Chile, visiting different towns surrounding Lago Llanquihue (Llanquihue Lake), in the Los Lagos Region. This full-day experience combines heritage, lakeside landscapes, traditional architecture and local life on a route of approximately 186 kilometers from Puerto Varas.

The excursion begins with departure from your accommodation in Puerto Varas, then continues toward different cities and towns around the lake. During the day, Llanquihue is visited, where you can explore the waterfront and pier, as well as observe local birds, and afterwards Frutillar, one of the best-known towns for its German heritage, its waterfront, the Teatro del Lago (Lake Theater), the Museo Colonial Alemán (German Colonial Museum) and its emblematic churches.

The route continues to Puerto Octay and then through areas such as Las Cascadas and Ensenada, where there will be a stop for a free lunch, with options available on site. Afterwards, the return to the accommodation in Puerto Varas takes place, ending the experience.

Places to visit: Llanquihue, Frutillar, Museo Colonial Alemán (German Colonial Museum), Teatro del Lago (Lake Theater), Puerto Octay, Las Cascadas and Ensenada

Departure time: (Departure from the accommodation)

  • Between 08:30 and 09:00 hrs approx

Return time: (Return to the accommodation)

  • From 19:00 hrs approx
  • The return time may vary depending on weather conditions or other operational circumstances

Starting point of the activity:

  • Transfer time between the accommodation and the starting point of the activity: approx each way

Includes:

  • Shared round-trip transportation from and back to the accommodation in Puerto Varas ()
  • Certified bilingual guide

Important information:

  • Meals are not included
  • Does not include museum entrance fees
  • Activity difficulty: Low
  • Total tour duration: approx. 10 hours
  • Beverages and snacks are not included. We recommend bringing your own
  • During the day there are options available to buy food at the different stops
  • If the activity cannot be carried out and the cancellation is informed at least one day in advance, the possibility of rescheduling during the trip or the corresponding refund will be evaluated, according to operational conditions
    • If the cancellation occurs once the transfer has started or while en route due to force majeure, the service will be considered as provided by the supplier

➜ Transfer and return flight

Check-out – accommodation: 12:00 hrs

Shared transfer: Accommodation in Puerto Varas – Puerto Montt Airport

Flight: Puerto Montt – Santiago


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