Puerto Varas Tours

Known for its dramatic landscape at the foothills of the Andes, Puerto Montt is best explored outside the city limits. Visit three of the area's top attractions on this shore excursion from the port, including a stop at Petrohue Waterfall, the German city of Frutillar, and the City of Roses, all while taking in incredible views of the surrounding lakes, mountains, and volcano. This tour includes all entrance fees and transportation.

Take advantage of our tour to Chiloé from Puerto Varas to learn more about the customs of this magical island that, due to its isolation, is the cradle of incredible myths and legends that remain today. Through the Isla Grande tour, you will learn much more about this island, going further and visiting the cities of Ancud, Castro and Dalcahue. It will be an impressive visit full of nature and magical stories that you won't want to miss!

More than an excursion, it is truly a unique experience, enjoying the colors offered by the sunset on one of the most recognized volcanoes in Chile, with an impressive panoramic view of Lake Llanquihue and the Calbuco Volcano.

Come with us to visit the most beautiful landscapes of the region of the lakes and volcanoes of Chile, on a full day excursion departing from Puerto Varas. Through this tour we will visit the Petrohué Falls, we will sail by catamaran on the Todos los Santos lake and we will walk through the town of Peulla, also exploring the Velo de la Novia waterfall.

Trip along the Llanquihue Lake, the second largest lake in Chile, and enjoy gorgeous views of the volcanoes Osorno, Calbuco, Puntiagudo and Tronador. We will pick you up from your hotel in Puerto Varas and travel to Frutillar, a charming village on the bank of the huge Llanquihue Lake. The village is noted for the German influence on the architecture developed by the immigrants who arrived around 1853. Take a walk to visit some restored colonial houses and see the strong German influence on the architecture. Learn about the history of this picturesque town and the time of the first German settlers.and visit the open-air German museum.

Visit an active volcano and other natural highlights of Southern Chile. Begin on the southern shores of Lake Llanquihue and enter Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park. Marvel at the turquoise waters of the Petrohué Waterfalls and the tranquil beaches surrounding Lake Todos los Santos. Lunch in Ensenada at the foot of the Osorno Volcano. Travel up the volcano to a ski resort for striking views of the Petrohué River Valley.

Through the visit to the Osorno and Cervecería volcano you will be able to know the classics of the Los Lagos region from a different perspective. We will be ascending to the ski center located in the Osorno volcano to enjoy incredible views of the entire region. We will conduct a guided tour to learn the secrets of brewing in a famous craft brewery in Puerto Varas, and we can do a tasting. Don't miss it!

Experience the adrenaline rush of rafting down the Petrohué River in Chile. Safely navigate a stretch of class III rapids with an expert guide, and enjoy beautiful views of Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park and the Calbuco, Osorno, and Puntiagudo volcanos. Your small-group rafting trip includes safety equipment, snacks, and convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Puerto Varas.

Join us to explore the Osorno volcano. On the way, pass by typical wooden churches, Chilean farm houses and the town of Ensenada. Drive through a thick forest of mostly native Coigües to reach Chile’s oldest National Park. Visit the waterfalls of Petrohué and hike a short trail through native forests. We will get back to the car and drive on heading to the slopes of the Osorno Volcano where we will make a short hike over lava fields and enjoy the impressive view over the Lake Llanquihue.

Explore the natural wonders of Chile’s Lake District on this full-day tour from Puerto Varas to the Vicente Perez Rosales National Park. Pass through towns like La Poza, Ensenada and Peulla; admire the Petrohué Falls (extra cost); and cruise across the Todos los Santos Lake in a catamaran. After a delicious 3-course or box lunch (depending on option selected), choose from optional activities like hiking, kayaking, horseback riding or a 4WD safari, and enjoy the park’s scenic rivers, forest valleys and soaring cliffs.

Tackle the Petrohue River’s swirling class III and IV rapids with all safety equipment included on this white-water rafting adventure in Puerto Varas. Splash and paddle your way along the river’s meandering twists and turns, and enjoy uninterrupted views along the beautiful riverbanks. With round-trip transport from your Puerto Varas hotel included, you’ll also have free time to swim in the crystal clear waters at your leisure.

In the morning we will pick you up at your hotel in Puerto Varas for our drive to the island of Chiloé, which includes a nice 30 minute ferry crossing during which we can observe sea lions and maybe dolphins. Once on the island, we continue south to the fishing village of Dalcahue. We will take our time to explore the beauties and culture of this beautiful small fishing village. You will learn a lot about how traditional life in Chiloe is and was during the last years. We continue our journey to Castro, the capital of Chiloe, to observe the traditional palafitos (houses built on stilts along the shore) and visit the majestic wooden church (an UNESCO World Heritage Site). We will stroll through town and stop at the crafts market featuring wood and woolen products from the region. In the late afternoon we will return to Puerto Varas driving along the eastern coastal road passing by several small fishing villages.

Let your guide handle the logistics and relax while discovering the charming town of Frutillar in Chile's Lake District region. Enjoy hassle-free round-trip transport from Puerto Montt and Puerto Varas and travel down a rural road for an authentic view of the region. Explore the town as your guide points out the influences of German settlers and provides insight into local life here.

This adventure will allow you to know this active volcano whose form astonishes for its perfection, and the famous Saltos del Petrohué, both important landmarks of southern Chile.

The best way to discover nature a few kilometers from Puerto Varas: views of the volcanoes with navigation surrounded by the native forest and its wild birds. Calm waters ideal for beginners and family activities.

The host will meet with you before the experience to finalize full day hiking itinerary based on interests and capabilities. The guide has lots of pictures, maps, and is highly knowledgable of park to create an incredible hiking, photography, and bird watching experience.

Access to the history of two important cities with this city tour Puerto Montt and Puerto Varas, visiting its most important attractions.

Survip is a company born in the south of Chile, with a great knowledge of Los Lagos, Los Ríos, Bío-Bío y Araucanía Regions. Our mission is to deliver the best transportation experience when you arrive to our beloved south of Chile, same as when you have to go back home. We understand that we are the first and last link on the chain of your trip to our region, so are really focused on delivering a first class experience, so that you get the best memories, and so that the reputation of our region keeps growing. We have modern vehicles to bring you the best comfort and safety. We have vehicles for up to 7 passangers or 17 passangers. You can pay your transfer in cash, with your credit or debit card, bank transfer, or Paypal. To the safety of our little ones, we offer baby car seats free of charge.

This activity is the perfect way to enjoy with the whole family (children from 5-6 years old) while paddling with impressive views!

We invite you to make an excursion to the Osorno volcano, being able to appreciate beautiful landscapes on the way to its top. We will travel along the Llanquihue Lake towards Vicente Pérez Rosales Park, where is the volcano. We will make a walk in the middle of coigües forests and other native species, observing beautiful panoramic views as we ascend. At the end of the road we can, optionally, climb on chairlifts to have a better view of the volcano and the surrounding area.

In Frutillar you can embrace the relaxed atmosphere full of colored houses, vibrant gardens, tea rooms and the modern Teatro del Lago. Discover this charming lakeside destination, with a landscape formed by the Llanquihue Lake and several stunning volcanoes. You can see the influence of the German settlers, with the spectacular old cottages, many converted into guest houses, the delicious Bavarian gastronomy as well as the kuchens and apple strudel sweets. Located on the eastern bank of Llanquihue Lake, Frutillar charms visitors with its beauty all year round. On our tour, we will take a rural road used by the local farmers, where we can see the agriculture and the cattle which are so common to the region. You will also discover another reason to fall in love with Frutillar – the Teatro del Lago.

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You will enjoy unique landscapes that can only be seen from a raft. Our Guides will make you live an unforgettable experience and you will learn a lot of stories and local culture. No more pages we give you the photos and videos of your trip so you can relive your experience every time you see your photos.

Leaving from Puerto Varas we will go to Frutillar, where we can experience the way of life, culture, and history of German settlers throughout the region. In Frutillar, you can witness the peaceful country life, cheerful gardens, colorful houses and tea rooms . We can also visit the Lake Theater and the German Museum. Book your place now!