Chilean Lake District and Volcano Tour

Our journey begins in Puerto Varas, where our local team will welcome us with a brief overview of the adventure ahead. From there, we’ll embark on a 90-minute drive to Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, the starting point of the Desolación Trail. This 14-kilometer mountain pass, located along the northern slope of the perfectly conical Osorno Volcano, will lead us through a diverse array of landscapes, including temperate rainforests, volcanic terrains, and a steppe-like plateau. Along the way, we’ll enjoy breathtaking views of sparkling lakes and snow-capped mountains. Our day concludes at the shores of Lake Todos Los Santos, where we’ll settle into our lodge in Petrohué. The evening will include a briefing for the following day and a delicious dinner.

After enjoying a hearty breakfast, we will head to the Petrohué dock, where our host will be waiting to take us on a scenic 1-hour-and-20-minute boat ride to the valley’s shore. From there, we’ll begin the first leg of our trek. On this day, we’ll hike for approximately 5 to 6 hours through a picturesque landscape of grasslands, farmlands, and temperate rainforests, crossing rivers, suspension bridges, and passing by waterfalls along the way. By around 4 p.m., we’ll arrive at El Callao, where we’ll spend the night in the welcoming lodge of a local family.

Today’s adventure takes us to Lake Rupanco after an 18-kilometer hike, featuring a 400-meter ascent followed by a 715-meter descent to the lake’s shore. Along the sandy banks lies a hidden gem waiting to be uncovered: natural hot springs buried beneath the sand. With the help of a shovel, we’ll unearth these thermal pools and relax as the sun sets over the lake. Afterward, we’ll head to the home of a local family, where a well-earned dinner awaits. Meals include breakfast, a box lunch, and dinner. Tonight’s accommodation will be at the Las Gaviotas family lodge.

We’ll begin the day in the most relaxing way—at the natural hot springs of Lake Rupanco. A 30-minute boat ride from the village dock will take us to the lake’s sandy shores, where we’ll dig our own hot spring pools using shovels and enjoy a tranquil soak with breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding mountains. Afterward, we’ll savor a delicious homemade lunch at Claudia’s home. It’s the perfect way to celebrate our adventure before starting the journey back to Puerto Varas.