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Lakes, Rivers, and Volcanoes Tour
4.9
170 Ratings
Puerto Varas
Lakes, Rivers and Volcanoes embedded in the vastness of native forest accompanied by the history of the ancient inhabitants and the German colonization of the area, make this a wonderful and unforgettable tour, enjoy this full day tour designed for the whole family
(It is not a tour for cruise passengers)
Lakes, Rivers and Volcanoes embedded in the vastness of native forest accompanied by the history of the ancient inhabitants and the German colonization of the area, make this a wonderful and unforgettable tour, enjoy this full day tour designed for the whole family
(It is not a tour for cruise passengers)
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Osorno - For a spectacular view of the lake and volcano, consider taking the chairlifts. It’s a truly wonderful experience.
Note:
*Please verify the chairlift prices under the exclusions. - Saltos del Petrohue - The Petrohué Waterfalls are a major attraction in the Chilean Lake District, making them a must-see for nature enthusiasts and…
- Osorno - For a spectacular view of the lake and volcano, consider taking the chairlifts. It’s a truly wonderful experience.
Note:
*Please verify the chairlift prices under the exclusions.
- Saltos del Petrohue - The Petrohué Waterfalls are a major attraction in the Chilean Lake District, making them a must-see for nature enthusiasts and newcomers to the area. The chilly Petrohué River, flowing between Todos los Santos Lake and Llanquihue Lake, is one of Chile’s most stunning locations.
- Lago Todos Los Santos - Also known as the emerald lake, it spans an area of 178.5 km², sits at an altitude of 189 meters above sea level, and reaches a maximum depth of 337 meters. It is renowned for its turquoise waters and the breathtaking Valdivian Andean forest that surrounds it.
- Laguna Verde - As one of the 40 craters of the Osorno Volcano, this site captivates with the intense green color of its waters. It is a delightful spot on both short and long circuits, offering views of both Laguna Verde and a viewpoint at Llanquihue Lake. With some luck, visitors might spot a herd of foxes residing there.
What's Included
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- It is not a tour for cruise passengers
- National park entrance fee
- Propinas
- Food and drinks
- It is not a tour for cruise passengers
- National park entrance fee
- Propinas
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if it is required
- A minimum of 02 people per booking is required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- It is not a tour for cruise passengers.
- The tour schedule is flexible, its duration can be extended.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if it is required
- A minimum of 02 people per booking is required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- It is not a tour for cruise passengers.
- The tour schedule is flexible, its duration can be extended.
Location
Radisson Hotel Puerto Varas
Del Salvador
Radisson Hotel, Puerto Varas
Ibis Hotel, Puerto Montt
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(170 Ratings)
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Mark_h
Mar 21, 2026
Great Tour - Rodrigo was an excellent guide & a genuinely nice guy. He’s knowledgeable & passionate about Chile & its people. The tour is a great way to see the key points in a whole day tour. Beautiful countryside, mountains & lakes. Recommended.
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Suroora6
Feb 27, 2026
A great day out - Joaquin is a knowledgeable guide and we had a fantastic time and learned so much. My husband has mobility issues and Joaquin was very helpful in trying to accommodate him. We had a lovely day.
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Claire_s
Feb 15, 2026
This was a well-curated... - This was a well-curated tour with a fantastic English speaking guide who was called Paolo and who taught us so much about his country.
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Jaculino2026
Jan 26, 2026
A Fabulous day exploring outside of Puerto Varas! - Cami is a very knowledgeable tour guide and so much fun to be around! We were able to see such Amazing sites with the volcanos, waterfalls, different lakes, walks on the beach, boat ride and a delightful lunch!
Carlos is an Excellent driver, got us safely where we needed to go and had walking sticks to walk up near the volcano!
We highly recommend both Cami and Carlos for your tour needs, you won’t be disappointed!
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903amitg
Jan 25, 2026
Great way to see Osorno - Such an amazing tour to see Mount Osorno and the surrounding areas! Small group, comfortable van with safe driver. Best part was our guide Camilla, who did a great job explaining everything in English to our family. You know a tour is great when the kids are sad it's over! Highly recommend this tour!
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Tracycq3955mv
Jan 24, 2026
Volcanoes, lakes and falls, this is a must do. - Great introduction to the volcanoes rivers and lakes surrounding Puerto Varas. Our lovely guide was knowledgeable and spoke excellent English. The bus was comfy, and the lunch location very pretty. I definitely recommend doing the optional boat tour, and the (expensive but worth it) optional chairlift up Osorno volcano
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Carmenbd8535hk
Jan 24, 2026
Beautiful scenery and an excellent guide - Everything we visited on the tour was worth it. The views around Lake Llanquihué, the Osorno Volcano, the Petrohué jumps and the navigation through Lake All Saints had great beauty.
I want to highlight the magnificent work of our guide Camilla. Throughout the tour he was informing us in detail of what we were visiting, also of the history, fauna and vegetation. Always trying to keep our attention and creating a good atmosphere in the group. Thank you Camilla
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Akbrowneyedgirl
Feb 28, 2026
Knowledgeable friendly dual language tour guide. - Our driver, Joaquin, was delightful, and knowledgeable. Even better, the other passengers were lovely, engaging folks. Our guide would translate the questions and shared information from the Spaniard on board. The catamaran ride was peaceful and scenic, but nothing compares to traveling up the side of Osorno Volcano on a sunny day. We were glad we’d brought our jackets as it was a windy ride on the ski lift! Even for Alaskans it was chilly. The panoramic views were amazing. So glad we spent the day seeing this area! Especially grateful that Joaquin stopped every time the other woman (who was a gem) on the tour or I saw a fox or bird!
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Brian
Mar 19, 2026
Underwhelming - Firstly this review is no reflection on our driver and guide Joaquin who was very good. For context the weather on the day of our trip was overcast and rained heavily for periods which clearly wasn’t ideal for seeing the sights.
However, weather aside the itinerary isn’t that good, a couple of stops along the lake for photos, a very short stroll along the beach at end, with an optional extra boat trip which wasn’t a consideration for us given the low cloud and rain. The entry (fee not included) to the National Park, involved a very short walk around a circuit of less than 1km to see what was little more than large rapids rather than falls, and for us not worth the admission or time.
The highlight should have been Osorno Volcano, however despite Joaquin delaying our drive up for a time in the hope the cloud would lift, it proved to be in vain. In fact the weather deteriorated into heavy rain and hail, ended any prospect of our group ascending to the summit on the ski lift. Instead we made for the shelter of the cafe which I’d be hard pressed to give 1-star.
Lunch was taken at a typical tour stop restaurant, where the food and service were okay, but nothing special.
Given we were advised that it rains around 200 days of the year, my advise would be not to book in advance until you had some confidence in the weather forecast if you choose to take this trip. Better, still just drive or taxi direct to the volcano as the rest of the trip isn’t that good.
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Doron
Feb 12, 2026
Think twice before going if weather is not good. - We took this tour despite less favourable weather forecast for Osorno.
The tour guide was great and very knowledgeable with excellent English. The car and driver were also excellent. The falls were also wonderful despite light rain. Then the guide insisted on going up to the volcano. We told him we would love to do something else if the weather is bad but he insisted on going up ("we should respect the itinerary "). When we reached the observation point there was zero visibility with pouring rain so we simply returned on our tracks.
We then went to the green lagoon which was also great with interesting information. From there there was not much more to do (we decided to skip lunch) so we were back at the hotel before 2 PM.
I think that if the weather was good or a proper substitute to the volcano would have chosen it would have been a much better experience for us.
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