Los Lagos Region

Chile
Puerto Montt
With some of the country’s most picturesque natural environment, Chile’s lake district is a prime destination for adventure tourists, history buffs and nature lovers.

Named after its many lakes, the Los Lagos region is known for having some of the country’s most beautiful natural sights. Trek along its vast network of hiking trails and discover the proud heritage of the Mapuche indigenous people, who still live in reservations in the area.

Los Lagos is the place for adventure. A dramatic landscape of volcanoes, lush forests, rivers and many lakes provides excellent opportunities for mountain biking, climbing, rafting and kayaking and just about any outdoor activity you can imagine. Make the small town of Pucón your base for exploring the region.

Hike to the top of the Villarrica Volcano during summer or ski on its slopes in winter, which lasts from June through August. For more skiing, head to the Antillanca ski resort at the base of the Casablanca Volcano and enjoy its 18 prepared slopes or the surrounding backcountry skiing opportunities.

The more relaxed traveler will be perfectly at home as well, with excellent conditions for fly-fishing along the beautiful and calm Río Petrohue. Walk along the trails in the Pumalin Park and Las Vertientes national parks.

The region is home to the Mapuche, an indigenous people that fought off the Inca and went on to partially resist Spanish colonization for 350 years. This fierce resistance has made Mapuche ancestry a badge of honor and one of the best ways to understand their culture is with a visit to Budi Lake. Sleep in a traditional hut with handmade furniture, kayak on the lake and dine on traditional food as part of your experience of staying with the Mapuche people.

To learn about the area’s more recent history, visit the city of Osorno and experience the architectural and culinary influences of German settlers. A soak in the nearby hot springs before a lavish dinner at one of the many restaurants here is the perfect way to relax after your adventures.

To get to Los Lagos, take a bus from Santiago or fly into Pucón Airport. Regular flights arrive from Santiago only during summer.

Popular cities in Los Lagos Region

Puerto Varas Plaza de Armas featuring a park
Puerto Varas
Known for Lakes, Volcano and Casinos
Take the Heritage Circuit tour of the traditional buildings, churches and parks of this pretty town near Chile’s second-largest lake.

Reasons to visit

  • Petrohue Falls
  • Puerto Varas Plaza de Armas
  • Lake Todos los Santos
Teatro del Lago showing modern architecture
Puerto Montt
Known for Lakes, Volcano and Walking
Gaze up at the snow-capped Osorno Volcano, which looms over this large port city and discover the settlement’s German origins.

Reasons to visit

  • Puerto Montt Cathedral
Castro
Castro
Known for Adventure, Monuments and Boating
Escape to relaxing Castro! Enjoy its adventures, monuments, and museums.

Reasons to visit

  • Church of San Francisco
At Pumalin National Park, you can find this short but exigent trekking to the dome of the Chaiten volcano. This is an active volcano. Last eruption was in 2008.

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Chaitén
Known for Natural parks
Trip time! Discover the parks in Chaitén.

Reasons to visit

  • Chaiten Volcano
Mountain biking in the shadow of Osorno volcano.
Osorno
Known for Casinos, Rivers and Bars
Explore Osorno: its casinos, monuments, riverfront, and more!
Center of Events and restaurant, located in the commune of Puyehue in the Region of Los Lagos, in the middle of a farm in southern Chile, surrounded by native and ornamental nature on the banks of the Moro River. "Family kitchen", specialty in German meats and pastries, served by its owners. It is a magical and natural place. Come and discover Turismo La Lecheria. A space to enjoy in the chilean patagonia.
Puyehue
Known for Natural parks, Adventure and Skiing
Escape to Puyehue! Enjoy its parks, adventures, and skiing.