Chile Lake District Trekking
Chile Lake District Trekking
With its freshwater lakes, temperate rainforests, active volcanoes, and ancient forests of 'monkey puzzle' conifers, La Araucania region is one of Chile's most stunning yet off-the-radar wilderness areas. On this extraordinary adventure, discover central Chile's adventure playground, the scenic town of Pucon, and set out to hike two national parks - Villarrica and Huerquehue - and the private nature reserve of El Cañi. Take time along the way to soak in hot springs, discover enchanting lagoons, walk through old-growth forests, and marvel at jaw-dropping views of Chile's Lake District.
Minimum Age: 16
With its freshwater lakes, temperate rainforests, active volcanoes, and ancient forests of 'monkey puzzle' conifers, La Araucania region is one of Chile's most stunning yet off-the-radar wilderness areas. On this extraordinary adventure, discover central Chile's adventure playground, the scenic town of Pucon, and set out to hike two national parks - Villarrica and Huerquehue - and the private nature reserve of El Cañi. Take time along the way to soak in hot springs, discover enchanting lagoons, walk through old-growth forests, and marvel at jaw-dropping views of Chile's Lake District.
- Take in splendid views of serene lakes, active volcanos, and enchanting lagoons
- Hike through forests of ancient araucaria (monkey puzzle trees), a genus that dates back to the dinosaurs
- Trek in two national parks, explore a nature reserve and unwind in natural hot springs
Minimum Age: 16
Interests
- Adventure and Active
About MT Sobek
This is where adventure travel began! Since our first Everest Base Camp trek in 1969, we’ve been connecting adventurers to the world through genuine, active and immersive experiences. We can’t think of anything more fulfilling than being outside and going deep into nature, exploring hidden places and getting to know local people. It’s what we love to do, so let us share it with you.
To feed your spirit of adventure, Mountain Travel Sobek offers a wide range of unique and perfectly pac ...
To feed your spirit of adventure, Mountain Travel Sobek offers a wide range of unique and perfectly pac ...
Itinerary
| Day | Destination | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrive in Chile | ||
| 2 | Trek to El Cañi Nature Reserve | ||
| 3 | Start the Ruta Pillanes Trek | ||
| 4 | Visit the Geometric Hot Springs | ||
| 5 | Take the Villarrica Traverse to Laguna Azul | ||
| 6 | Trek from Laguna Azul to Avutarda Lagoon | ||
| 7 | Hike from Avutarda Lagoon to Puesco Valley | ||
| 8 | Explore Huerquehue National Park | ||
| 9 | Depart from Pucon |
