Puerto Varas Tours & Holidays
Puerto Varas Small Group Tours & Tailor-Made Holidays
Puerto Varas was founded by German colonists who settled on the shores of Llanquihue Lake in the mid-19th century. It became the centre of lake navigation and the port of departure for commerce between Llanquihue Lake and Puerto Montt. The town is a good base for making trips around the lake, Osorno Volcano and the surrounding area.
...Puerto Varas was founded by German colonists who settled on the shores of Llanquihue Lake in the mid-19th century. It became the centre of lake navigation and the port of departure for commerce between Llanquihue Lake and Puerto Montt. The town is a good base for making trips around the lake, Osorno Volcano and the surrounding area.
Best experiences
Hike in a Patagonian rainforest
Alerce Andino National Park can be found down the Austral Highway beyond small fishing villages and up the Chamiza River. Take a guided hike to explore Patagonian rainforest inland towards the Sargazos Lagoon in the Andes range covered in 3,000-year-old trees.
Visit the magical Chiloé Island
Explore the unique Chiloé Archipelago from the community of Ancud, its fortress and the island's west coast beach of Puñihuil. A zodiac can be taken to one of three small islands where Humboldt and Magellan penguins breed for an up-close look at the penguins.
Hike up Osorno Volcano
Chile's Patagonian Lake District at it most dramatic. The easy trek up the area's most famous landmark provides views over Llanquihue Lake and can also be combined with an exploration of the Petrohue River and waterfalls and Todos Los Santos Lake.OUR FAVOURITE PLACES TO STAY
Hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas, Puerto Varas
This huge chalet was strategically constructed on the perfect spot to afford sweeping views over Lake Llanquihue and the volcanoes of Osorno and Calbuco. Views can be enjoyed from the rooms, the…
Hotel AWA, Puerto Varas
True luxury on the shores of Lake Llanquihue, this 16-room boutique hotel with volcano and lake views is super stylish and perfectly located for favourable access to the national park and natural…
Estancia 440, Puerto Varas
For those who want a heavy dose of local flavour, it is recommended you opt for this charming, seven-room bed and breakfast. This is the authentic early 20th century German immigrant style, simple,…TOURS FEATURING Puerto Varas
Travel to Chile with like-minded people on one of our small group tours (usually max size 12), featuring knowledgeable local guides and an expert tour leader.