Category Archives: Puerto Montt

Tours or excursions with a duration of 8 hours or less starting from the Port of Puerto Montt.

ACTIVITY LEVELS are rated using a scale of 1 through 5, with 1 being the easiest or least physically demanding and 5 being the most difficult or physically demanding.
1 (Easy), 2 (Easy – Med.), 3 (Medium), 4 (Med. – High), 5 (High)

Cochamo valley

Trek Expedition Cochamó Valley (Cochamo)

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REGION: North Patagonia
ACTIVITY LEVEL:  4 (Med. – High)
SUMMARY: This valley has a striking similarity to Yosemite Valley in USA, due to its granite domes and old-growth forests. Explore La Junta valley and trek among some of the most picturesque granite peaks: Anfiteatro, Arco Iris and Trinidad Hills. This valley is also one of the world’s three remaining virgin temperate rainforests; and it has astonishingly beautiful waterfalls. Trails are more than 300 year old and were used between the Argentine border and Chile’s northernmost fjord, Reloncaví. According to legend Cochamó was a track once followed by Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.
DURATION: 7 Days/6 Nights

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The Alerce tree --- Flora Chile

Trek Laguna Sargazo in Alerce National Park

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REGION: North Patagonia
ACTIVITY LEVEL: 3 (Medium)
SUMMARY: Hike the Laguna Sargazo area of Alerce Andino National Park, observing and identifying the local flora and fauna, and enjoying the spectacular views that surround us. Stop by Pt. Montt handicraft markets if time permits.
DURATION: 7-8 hours**
** Cruise ship passengers: We return one hour before the last tender. If necessary, we can shorten the excursion.
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Fishing tour Patagonia Southern Land Expeditions

Fly Fishing Maullin River — or other rivers or lakes

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REGION: North Patagonia
ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy)
SUMMARY: Fly fishing in Chile is the fastest growing sector in sport fishing. Southern Chile is the destination for trout and salmon fishing! These excursions on Rio Maullin and other rivers and lakes are operated by local full-service outfitters.
DURATION: Land travelers: 6-7 hrs; Cruise travelers: 5-6 hrs

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Osorno Volcano Chile

Around Llanquihue Lake — Puerto Octay, Frutillar, Llanquihue, and others

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REGION: North Patagonia
ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1-3 (Easy – Medium, depending on desired level of activity)
SUMMARY: Drive around Lake Llanquihue, visiting several picturesque villages and scenic sites, including Laguna Verde, Osorno Volcano, a waterfall, Puerto Octay, Frutillar, Llanquihue, and others.
DURATION: 8–10 hrs.
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Magellanic Penguins in Puñihuil Islets Chiloe, Chile

Penguins in Puñihuil Islets and Ancud — Chiloe Island

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REGION: North Patagonia
ACTIVITY LEVEL: 2 (Easy – Medium)
SUMMARY: From Puerto Montt or Puerto Varas, cross the Chacao Channel by ferry and drive to Puñihuil on Chiloé. Take a small open boat to visit the colony of Magellanic and Humboldt penguins (and other marine life). Visit a few sights in the city of Ancud before returning.
DURATION: Full day (8 – 10 hours). Cruise Passenger 6-7 hours.

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The great Alerce or Lahuén in Mapuche language Chile

Lahuen Ñadi Nature Reserve and Puerto Montt Markets

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REGION: North Patagonia
ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy)
SUMMARY: Walk through Lahuen Ñadi Park, home of some of the world’s oldest trees. Then visit several of Puerto Montt’s markets, observing and interacting with the locals. Enjoy a delicious Curanto with a Té Frío in the Cocinerias.
DURATION: 5-7 hrs.

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Woman spinning wool at Angelmo Market Puerto Montt Chile

Puerto Montt Markets Tour

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REGION: North Patagonia
ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy)
SUMMARY: Walk through 3 markets, observing the products and interacting with the people. Also visit the square and cathedral. Opportunity for a traditional lunch (at your own expense). All transportation by private coach.
DURATION: 6-8 hrs.
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Farm near Osorno Volcano in Chile

Osorno Volcano, Petrohue Falls, Todos los Santos Lake — Puerto Varas, Puerto Montt

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REGION: North Patagonia
ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1-2 (Easy +)
SUMMARY: Visit three main areas of Vicente Perez Rosales National Park: Osorno Volcano, Petrohué Waterfall and Todos Los Santos Lake; also visit Puerto Varas and Puerto Montt.
DURATION: 6-7 hrs. for cruise ship travelers; 8-10 hrs. for independent travelers.
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Around the seacoast Puerto Montt Chile

Puerto Montt, Puerto Varas, Frutillar

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REGION: North Patagonia
ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy)
SUMMARY: Explore the town of Frutillar, with its strong German influence, on the shore of Llanquihue Lake; visit Puerto Varas, also on the lake, with views of Orsono and Calbuco Volcanoes; enjoy the sights of Puerto Montt, including Angelmo Market and Art Village.
DURATION: 4-5 hours
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The great Alerce or Lahuén in Mapuche language Chile

Trek Alerce Andino National Park

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REGION: North Patagonia
ACTIVITY LEVEL: 3 (Medium)
SUMMARY: Hike Alerce Andino National Park, along the Pacific Coast Reloncaví Sound by the Southern Road, through beautiful native forests, to Lake Chaiquenes, and finally, to Laguna Triangle.
DURATION: 6-7 hrs. (flexible for cruise travelers)
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Osorno Volcano Petrohue Waterfall Puerto Varas Chile

Hiking — Osorno Volcano, Petrohue Falls, Todos los Santos Lake

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REGION: North Patagonia
ACTIVITY LEVEL: 3 (Medium)
SUMMARY: This family oriented excursion visits the Burbuja area, the Petrohué Waterfalls, and Todos Los Santos Lago; takes short hikes to the marked nature trails of Los Enamorados and Carilemu.
DURATION: 6-8 hrs.
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