Come join us for an unforgettable Chilean Adventure.
This 7-day multi activity adventure where you will experience amazing glacial valleys, spectacular volcanoes, emerald lakes, temperate rainforests, stunning mountains and an abundance of marine wildlife.
Exhilarating Whitewater Rafting, Sea Kayaking the famous fjords, Trekking to the breathtaking Volcanoes and through rainforests and Swimming in Mountain Lagoons. Experiencing traditional dinner from local family.
Quite simply this is the quintessential ‘bucket list’ adventure that you must check off! Chile has become synonymous with adventure and for good reason, it has a unique beauty that speaks to one’s adventurous spirit.
Mythical Patagonia
7 Days / 6 Nights
per person from:
$2995 USD
“My family and I just showed up and enjoyed. The trip itself was the perfect combination of adventure, culture, history, and relaxation”
— Jill Mullan
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
Spectacular white capped Peaks
Volcanoes
Glacial valleys
Emerald Lakes
Primeval temperate rainforests
Marine wildlife, including dolphins, sea lions, penguins and other sea birds
Mother ship and chef
Relaxing hot pools
Sleeping under the diamond stars of the Southern Cross
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Trip Dates
2025
Mar 6 - Mar 12, Mar 14 - Mar 20, Mar 22 - 28
Custom dates available for groups of 6 or more
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DAY 1: PUERTO VARAS & LLANQUIHUE LAKE. WHITEWATER RAFTING
Transfer in from Puerto Montt airport to hotel in Puerto Varas. Free time to relax in this picturesque city of the Lake Region with its century-old mansions, cozy restaurants and natural attractions along the shores of Llanquihue Lake. In the afternoon, enjoy whitewater rafting on the Petrohue river. Later transfer to Petrohue village. Overnight in Petrohue Lodge.
ACCOMMODATION: Petrohue Lodge -
DAY 2: FULL DAY EXCURSION & HIKING TO ANDEAN VOLCANOES & LAKES
Breakfast. At 8:30am. We start hiking from the lodge itself and will be able to realize a loop on the steep foothills of the symbol of the lakes district: Osorno volcano. Amazing views around Todos Los Santos lake, Puntiagudo volcano and Tronador hill at the border with Argentina. Lunch box on the trail. At the end of the hike, we enjoy some swimming in the emerald lake and boat back to our lodge.
ACCOMMODATION: Petrohue Lodge -
DAY 3:
KAYAKING RELONCAVI FJORDBreakfast at 7:30am. Early transfer to Ensenada, get the kayaking gear to start paddling the lower section of Petrohue river along 20 kilometers of flat water on the river. Lunch will be on a beach on the way. Now we are at the entrance of the Reloncavi Fjord. We reach our campsite for tonight, a remote grassy beach on the fjord and a great lookout for dolphins. We meet our hosts Juan Carlos & Yolanda have been living here for 3 generations and will be in charge of our traditional dinner for this night. Before ending our day, we will hike to the Fjord lookout having a new point of view. Dinner around the fire pit, we enjoy local lamb with home grown vegetables
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DAY 4: KAYAKING RELONCAVI FJORD
Breakfast at 7:30. We pack and carry our gear in our kayaks. We are in front of Yates volcanoes and leave on our sides (both East and West) glacial valleys such as Cochamo, known as the Yosemite of Chile. Lunch box on a beach on our way. In the afternoon we reach the Factoria Park, a private 1.700 hectares conservation project located between the fjord and national park Alerce Andino. We set camp up at the Hut with great views over the fjord and beside our Refugio. Hot showers and dinner at the Refugio cooked with the guides. Overnight in shared hut.
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DAY 5: INTO THE WOODS
Breakfast at 7:30am. We start the hike early and light, today we aim towards the hidden lagoons in the mountains in the rain forest discovering endemic species and will be crossing a section full of Alerce trees which was declared natural monument back in 1976. These trees (Fitzroya cupressoides) are among the oldest trees in the world, the oldest being in Chile at more than 5,000 years old. Reach the Millenaria lagoon, the hike takes us on the sidehills of the fjord and after 8 kms and 800 meters of elevation gain we reach our lunch and swim spot. We enjoy the day surrounded by granite walls and native forest and can swim in some of the more pristine waters possible. Lunch prepared by our guides with the help of the entire group. In the late afternoon we start to hike down back to our Refugio. Dinner at the hut after this amazing day.
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DAY 6: KAYAKING TO COCHAMO VALLEY
Breakfast at 7:30am. We are ready to pack the kayaks after breakfast. We start to paddle north towards the Cochamo valley. Lunch will be on a beach in the fjord. Depending on the tide conditions we can paddle upstream a couple of kilometers of the Cochamo river before we meet with our driver. Drive back to Puerto Varas. Farewell dinner and overnight in Puerto Varas.
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ACCOMMODATION: Puerto Varas -
DAY 7: OFF TO THE AIRPORT
We hope to see you soon on another Adventure with Earth Travellers.
ACCOMMODATION: Your own bed!
Our Route
PLANNING & EQUIPMENT
TERMS & CONDITIONS
RELEASE WAIVER
Included
Guides
Expert kayak guides, cook, and support ship crew
Experienced Guides - English speaking qualified /certified/approved
MealsExcellent meals - Day 1 dinner to Day 8 breakfast (excluding dinner on Day 2 and on the last night)
Wine with meals, safe drinking water, snacks
Kayaking Equipment
2-person, fiberglass sea kayaks with rudders, waterproof bulkheads, hatches, etc.
Spray decks, paddles, PFDs (you may bring your own), pumps, and other safety accessories
Camping EquipmentFull camping gear (except for personal sleeping bags and pads)
Transportation
Round-trip ground transfer from Puerto Montt airport to hotel in Puerto Varas
Round-trip ground transfer from Puerto Varas hotel to support vessel at Hornopirén
Motorized support vessel with crew
Airport transfers within the program
All transport and listed activities within the program
Park FeesLocal hot-spring and park fees
Lake District Tour Includes:1 additional night hotel at The Guest House in Puerto Varas (with breakfast)
Motor/hiking tour of the lake and volcano district (with picnic lunch)
Not Included
Activities and accommodation outside the program
Airfare and flight insurance
Drinks
Personal equipment, sleeping bag and pad
Personal incidentals and tipping
Health and accident insurance
Fitness
DIFFICULTY AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONING
This trip requires some prior experience with kayaks. We may encounter variable weather, sea-state and tidal conditions that may require modifications to the itinerary. You should be comfortable in water and be in reasonably good physical condition. After that, a love for the outdoors and desire to see one of the most beautiful places on the planet is a must.
Remember
Sometimes things don’t go as planned. Flexible travelers with a sense of humor consider it part of their adventure. Our partners work very hard to make your tour unfold seamlessly, but sometimes itinerary changes happen. ET thanks you for your understanding
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