Puerto Montt Trip Overview
Visit one of Chile’s most picturesque regions known for its myriad glacial lakes that dot a countryside characterized by looming, snowcapped volcanoes, otherworldly national parks and serene lakeside villages, and mythical Chiloé Island, a land of myths and legends, unique folklore and culinary traditions.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 days
Starts: Puerto Montt, Chile
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Puerto Montt, Los Lagos Region, Chile
Visit one of Chile’s most picturesque regions known for its myriad glacial lakes that dot a countryside characterized by looming, snowcapped volcanoes, otherworldly national parks and serene lakeside villages, and mythical Chiloé Island, a land of myths and legends, unique folklore and culinary traditions.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival to Puerto Montt and Tour of Lakefront Towns of Frutillar and Puerto Varas
Stop At: Puerto Montt, Puerto Montt, Los Lagos Region
After your airport pick up, we begin the tour in Puerto Montt, a port and industrial city that was founded by German settlers more than 150 years ago. This city is the northern gateway to Patagonia. Here we will visit the Plaza de Armas, Cathedral and Manuel Montt Overlook from where there are panoramic views of Reloncaví Bay.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Frutillar, Frutillar, Los Lagos Region
Then, we will drive to Frutillar. In Frutillar, you will feel a pleasant atmosphere with colorful houses, cheerful gardens, tea rooms and the modern lakefront theater “Teatro del Lago”. Discover this charming village where Lake Lanquihue and various volcanoes are part of the landscape. Here it is possible to experience the heritage of the German settlers, with spectacular old mansions, delicious Bavarian cuisine, and kuchen pastries or apple strudel. Frutillar enchants the visitor all year round with its beauty.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Puerto Varas, Puerto Varas, Los Lagos Region
Afterwards, we will continue on a rural road used by farmers, so you can observe the agricultural and livestock activity that takes place in the area. We will continue onward to Puerto Varas, which also is known for its culture of German influence, seafood, and beautiful surroundings. Enjoy the views of the lake, the snow-capped Calbuco and Osorno Volcanos and Tronador Mountain, and stroll through the stores in search of local crafts.
Drop off at hotel in Puerto Varas.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Land of Volcanoes Tour: Petrohue Falls, Lago Todos Los Santos, Osorno Volcano
Stop At: Lago Todos Los Santos, Ruta 225 Km 66 Petrohué, Puerto Varas Chile
Today is a day to be in nature. We will start with a drive along the shore of Lake Llanquihue until we reach Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park where we will visit Todos los Santos Lake and take a 30-minute boat ride on the emerald water.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Saltos del Petrohue, Ruta 225 Km 64 Parque Nacional Vicente Pérez Rosales, Puerto Varas Chile
Then we will visit Petrohue Falls. These impressive falls were formed by the eruption of Osorno Volcano.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Volcan Osorno, Ruta V-555 Vicente Perez Rosales National Park, Puerto Montt Chile
In good weather, we can then drive up Osorno Volcano to a ski center, which is located at the height of 4,000 feet above sea level. From there you will have an amazing panoramic view of the entire region, including Calbuco Volcano and Llanquihue Lake.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Tour of Chiloe Island and Penguin Colony
Stop At: Ancud, Ancud, Isla Chiloe, Los Lagos Region
Leaving from the city of Puerto Varas, we head towards the Pacific Ocean and the small village of Pargua. From there we will cross the Chacao Channel separating the island of Chiloe from the mainland.
Upon arriving in the city of Ancud, we will visit the old San Antonio Fort, the main square and the city market. We will have time to walk around downtown and along the waterfront.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Islotes de Punihuil, Isla Chiloe Chile
Then we will drive another 15 miles along the Pacific coast to a village called Puñihuil, where two species of penguins (Magellanic and Humboldt) settle for breeding offspring from November to March. We will take a small motorboat excursion with special guides who will introduce us to the fauna of the tiny islands offshore that make up Puñihuil Natural Monument.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 4: Flight to Santiago
Stop At: Puerto Montt, Puerto Montt, Los Lagos Region
Transport to airport in Puerto Montt for flight to Santiago.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
