CHILE
The pick of the region.
Chile's 10 most-booked puerto varas tours, with the real story on each one and what it costs to go.
A 7-hour Puerto Varas day trip to Osorno Volcano and Petrohué Falls, with big volcano views, optional chairlift rides, and lava-carved scenery.
“Great day, Jenny was excellent guide. Got fab pics of falls and volcano from below but sadly cloud came in as we reached the ski lift.”
From Puerto Varas, ride a ferry to Chiloé Island, see palafitos and forts, and browse crafts in Chacao, Ancud, Castro, and Dalcahue.
“El guía Mauro es muy simpático y tiene mucha experiencia , te explica Perfecto todo y siempre tiene una actitud positiva , contagia su pasión por las cosas y da un plus eñ la experiencia”
Puerto Varas to Peulla day trip with catamaran rides, Petrohué Falls, and free time in a lakeside village on Todos los Santos Lake.
“Peaceful village . Good time in the bus / boat / walk”
Sail Todos Los Santos Lake and visit Peulla on the Andean Crossing route. Volcano views, options like 4x4 safari, from Puerto Varas.
“Une très belle excursion, encadrée par Fernando et Guillermo. La vue sur les volcans depuis le lac est juste incroyable, et le petit village de Peulla mérite d’être connu !”
Bus and catamaran day trip from Puerto Varas to Peulla with Saltos del Petrohué falls and Todos los Santos Lake volcano views.
“Me encantó el viaje, el paseo por el lago de Todos los Santos fue maravilloso. Y la expedición en Peulla 4x4 fue una experiencia inolvidable, llena de recorridos hermoso por el lugar. Le pongo un 10 a todo este tour”
Kayak the Rio Maullín near Puerto Varas: 2.5 hours on clear calm water, birds and submerged forest, plus snacks, pizza, and craft beer.
“We had the best day of our trip so far! The river and its surrounds were lovely - clear, deep water as well as shallow parts with interesting flora, a steady current, beautiful surrounds and lots of birds to watch. Phillipe was a great guide with lots of info about the habitat and guidance about…”
See Chile’s Osorno volcano up close with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned van ride, chairlift options, and big views over Lake Llanquihue.
“Este tur es de suerte segun como amanesca el día, si puedes subir o no a la segunda estacion o si tienes posibilidad o no de visibilidad hacia el lago. El servicio de transporte no tiene nada que ver con ello. Nuestro guia muy amable y nos fue explicando todo al paso que ibamos llegando…”
Puerto Varas to Termas del Sol hot springs and Cochamó town in one day, with hotel pickup, guided stops, and 4 hours to soak.
“Excellent guides, they made the trip very pleasant, they were punctual and very friendly. I totally recommend it.”
Full-day Chiloe tour from Puerto Varas with a ferry crossing, UNESCO Castro church, palafitos views, and Dalcahue crafts in 10 hours.
“We were noticed last minute that the meeting point was changed for a further point than we booked😕🙄 We booked a bilingual (english-spanish) tour but the driver only spoke spanish so we had to translate to our friend who doesnt know enough spanish😳 In total at the trip We were 4+the driver in a 5-seater…”
Full-day small-group from Puerto Varas to Osorno Volcano viewpoints and Petrohué Falls, with lake panoramas and optional lift stations.
