The Lake Region of Chile is famous for its spectacular scenery of deep blue mountain lakes, snow-capped volcanoes, ancient Alerce forests, traditional folklore, handicrafts and legends. A sudden cloudburst and a heavy shower pass as quickly as they begin, and the sky is soon an intense blue once more. Breathe in the earthy, humid scents of the forest and meet some of the warmest, friendliest people on earth. Welcome to the south of Chile! Discover its singular beauty and the unique living heritage of its original peoples. Stroll through ancient native forests and take the opportunity to relax and recharge your batteries at one of the many natural spas to be found in these breath-taking landscapes. Satisfy your sporty side with rafting, canopying, canyoning and trekking amidst the area’s breath-taking volcanoes, rivers and lakes. Enjoy a day’s fishing or simply explore and observe the extraordinary flora and fauna of our nature reserves and national parks.

Cities: Puerto Montt, Puerto Varas, Frutillar, LLanquihue, Osorno, Puerto Octay, Pucón, Valdivia, Cochamo and Chiloe.

Weather: Min: -1°C (30°F) Max: 23°C (75°F)

Best Time to Visit: Between October and March

Spring/Summer: From September to March

Fall/Winter: From March to September

• Temuco Airport (Pucon area): daily flights from Santiago.
• Puerto Montt Airport (Puerto Varas area): daily flights from Santiago and Punta Arenas.
• Castro Airport (Chiloé Island): 3-4 flights weekly from Santiago.

• Nature
• Cultural encounters
• Self-drive
• Outdoor activities
• Relaxation

• Patagonia (Punta Arenas): 3h10m flight from Puerto Montt.
• Atacama: Flight from Puerto Montt or Pucon with connection Santiago de Chile (Airplane change).
• Bariloche (CWT’s Lake Crossing): 6 hours by car and boat.

Recommended Stay

3 - 4 nights

Try Curanto in Chiloe

Try the traditional curanto, a dish of mixed seafood and other typical ingredients cooked over hot stones in the ground and discover the hundreds of colorful potato varieties for which Chiloé is famous.

The Mapuche Spirit

“Mary mary wenul” is the Mapuche greeting and the best way to walk into the final indigenous bastion of the country. Bring out the warrior in you and embrace the Mapuche culture flowing in the ancient araucaria forests and crystal- clear streams.

Did you know that…

* Puerto Varas is a fascinating blend of Chilean and German culture? *

* Chiloe is a world, where locals firmly believe in legends of sirens, leprechauns and ghost ships. *