Chile Araucano

Tour Description: Chile Araucano
Santiago Urban - Trekking through the National Parks of Araucanía - Ascent to Villarrica Volcano - Termas Geométricas

The La Araucanía region is one of the most stunning in Chile. With numerous lakes, temperate rainforests, active volcanoes, and ancient Araucaria forests, it offers a landscape that is truly unique. Its rich Mapuche ancestral culture, nestled at the entrance to Patagonia, alongside the picturesque town of Pucón, provides a journey filled with experiences and mysticism. This will undoubtedly make your trip a complete and unforgettable adventure, full of surprises that our expert guides will lead you through in this lesser-known region of Chile.

Details:

• Arrival: Santiago, Chile
• Departure: Pucón, Chile
• Duration: 7 Days
• Group size: From 2 people
• Minimum age: 16 years old

TRAVEL ITINERARY

Day 1:
Our clients arrive in the afternoon from Brazil to Santiago and check in to an Urban hotel in Vitacura or Las Condes. Plaza El Bosque Hotel is recommended, as it is a well-equipped hotel in a privileged location where we can dine at various restaurants in the area and experience a bit of Santiago's gastronomic life, enjoying Chilean wine and much more.

Day 2:
We wake up early to visit the viewpoint from the hills in the capital and take in the grand view of Santiago. Later, we head to the airport to fly to Temuco, where our transport will take us to Pucón. After 1 hour of travel through lush forests that will take us away from the big cities, we will arrive at our hotel for the next 4 nights. After check-in and meeting our guides, we will head for dinner at the famous Restaurant Trawen, where the organic garden stands out with its salads, pastas, and local wild meats. We will stay at Aldea Naukana.

Day 3:
The day begins at 09:00 with breakfast. The day will include a low-difficulty hike through the trails of our national parks. The objective is to adapt our walk and get to know the local endemic flora, such as the Araucaria Araucana species found in some small pockets of our planet. Afterward, we will relax in the Huife hot springs and have dinner in Pucón.

Day 4:
A tour of the area and a day of preparation to climb Villarrica Volcano. A delicious typical lunch with rich meats, pastas, and vegetables awaits us to prepare for the challenge of the following day. In the afternoon, we will check our equipment and enjoy a light walk around Pucón, visiting the market and local shops.

Day 5:
A big day awaits us. The day starts at 06:00 AM with a good breakfast. Our guides will provide safety recommendations and ascent conditions before heading to the base. Depending on the season, the conditions change, and we may reach the summit of this colossal volcano. In the afternoon, we’ll enjoy a refreshing drink upon our return and reflect on the experience.

Day 6:
Geometric Hot Springs and farewell dinner. After breakfast, we will head to the Geometric Hot Springs, which are immersed in the wild nature of the Cajón Negro in Coñaripe, about 1 hour and 30 minutes from Pucón. This will be a time to relax and enjoy the benefits of the hot springs, which are internationally recognized as one of the most beautiful and exotic in the region.

Day 7:
It’s time for our return. Our transfer will be waiting to take us to the airport for a flight back to Santiago.

Includes:

• 1 night of accommodation in Santiago at Hotel Plaza El Bosque,
• 4 nights in Pucón at Hotel Aldea Naukana,
• All breakfasts,
• All meals in Pucón,
• Soft drinks such as water included,
• All transfers and guide services,
• Equipment for the Villarrica Volcano ascent,
• Access to Termas Geométricas.

Not Included:

• Airfare,
• Alcoholic beverages,
• Additional services such as porters,
• Private activities not included in the itinerary.