15-Day Southern Road Adventure

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Start the adventure! Port Montt → Hornopirén
1 stop
1
Puerto Montt
The journey begins with your meeting at km 0 of the southern road or at the airport of Puerto Montt. Depending on your arrival time, your driver will drop you off at Angelmo so you can enjoy a meal break before starting the route to Patagonia. Then, continue en route to Hornopirén, including a barge crossing through remote fjords, surrounded by mountains and intact forests : a first dive into the nature of southern Chile. Arrival in the afternoon. Free time to stroll through the quiet village and connect with the rhythm of Patagonia. Flight : SCL → PMC (2 h) Auto : Retreat at airport or km 0 Route : Puerto Montt → Hornopirén (3–3.5 h) + Barge
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Barge Hornopirén → Chaitén
1 stop
2
Chaiten
The day starts first thing after breakfast, your private driver will take you to the jetty, where you will cross by ferry from Hornopirén to Caleta Gonzalo and Chaitén, enjoying breathtaking landscapes of fjords, mountains and Patagonian forests along the way. Arrival in Chaitén in the middle of the afternoon, where we will drop you off at your accommodation in the city center near restaurants and typical food, in the afternoon you will have free time to explore the village and connect with its quiet atmosphere. Hornopirén – Chaitén Ferry ⏱ 4 - 5 h approx.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Chaitén / Parque Pumalín sector north
1 stop
3
Parque Pumalin
You will wake up in Chaitén, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to the northern sector of Pumalín Park, one of the most impressive parks in Chilean Patagonia. During the morning, you can choose between two routes: the Hidden Waterfall Trail, ideal for those seeking gentler hikes surrounded by lush nature, or the Chaitén Volcano Trail, high intensity and perfect for adventurers who want unique panoramic views. You will enjoy the landscapes of the park at your own pace, connecting with virgin forests, rivers and mountains. In the afternoon we will return to the village so you can enjoy free time in the village. Suggested activities: Douglas Tompkins Pumalin National Park ● Trail Hidden Waterfalls ● Trail the Blizzard
7 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Chaitén / Parque Pumalín yellow sector
1 stop
4
Parque Pumalin
You will wake up in Chaitén, first thing in the day, your private driver will pick you up and transfer you to the southern sector of Pumalín Park, known for its impressive glaciers, rivers and millennial forests. During the morning, you can choose your adventure: the Darwin Frog Trail, a quiet path between rivers and wetlands, or the more challenging Blizzard Trail, which will take you to panoramic views of glaciers and mountains. This area of the park offers unique landscapes that highlight the diversity and beauty of Chilean Patagonia.
7 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 5
Chaitén → Futaleufú
1 stop
5
You’ll wake up in Chaitén and start a journey of about 4 hours with your private driver to Futaleufú, a treasure hidden in southern Chile. The tour is a natural sight: you will pass by Lake Yelcho, surrounded by mountains and unspoilt forests, and continue between meandering rivers and Patagonian landscapes that anticipate the beauty of the destination. When you arrive in Futaleufú, you can admire its famous river of turquoise waters before touring the picturesque village surrounded by mountains and intact nature. After leaving yourself in your accommodation in the center of the village you will have the afternoon free to walk, visit viewpoints and contemplate the mirror lagoon and landscapes that make this place a unique corner of Patagonia. Route : 200 km / 3 - 4 h Suggested activities: • Photo stops • Viewpoints of the valley
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Futaleufú
1 stop
6
You will wake up in Futaleufú and you must prepare for a day full of adventure. You can choose between two unique experiences: rafting on the Futaleufú River, one of the most famous in the world for its rapids and natural beauty, or hiking on the Eagle Stone, a circuit of about 1.5 hours of low to moderate intensity that offers 360° panoramic views of the Futaleufú Valley, the Spur River, the Northwest Lagoon and Cerro Tres Monjas. After a high-intensity day, you will have the afternoon free to rest, tour the picturesque village and have lunch according to the time you finish the activity. Does not include value of rafting activity "100 - 130 euros approximately"
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Futaleufú
1 stop
7
You will wake up in Futaleufú your private driver will pick you up at your accommodation to enjoy the nature surrounding this incredible destination. You will have the option of kayaking on the Espolón River, ideal for beginner or intermediate levels, sailing in calm waters surrounded by unique landscapes, or opt for a hike to Cerro La Bandera, a 1.5- to 2.5-hour hike of easy to moderate difficulty, offering panoramic views of the valley, the village and the Espolón and Futaleufú rivers. Then, according to the schedule of the activity, we will return to the town and have the afternoon free to rest or tour Futaleufú at your own pace, preparing for the next day's trip to Puyuhuapi. Suggested activities: • Trekking Cerro La Bandera, • Kayak Spur River • Fishing or cycling The value of kayaking is not included in the tour "80 euros approximately"
5 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 8
Futaleufú → Puyuhuapi
1 stop
8
Puyuhuapi
You will start your day in Futaleufú before embarking on the journey to Puyuhuapi with your private driver. It is a tour of approximately 3 to 4 hours on the Southern Road, a scenic route that crosses some of the most beautiful landscapes of southern Chile, among rivers, lakes, mountains, fjords and dense evergreen forests. Arrival in Puyuhuapi in mid-afternoon. After arriving at your accommodation you will have time to enjoy this quiet village and its natural environment, marking the beginning of a new stage of the journey in Patagonia. Suggested activities: • Waterfalls en route • Photography of fjords and rainforest
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 9
Queulat National Park
2 stops
9
You will wake up in Puyuhuapi in the morning your private driver will transfer you to Queulat National Park so you can visit the hanging blizzard, you can do it by walking or sailing. This is one of the most wonderful experiences you can experience in Patagonia.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
10
Puyuhuapi
Blizzard baths, a natural and remote environment with mineral-rich hot springs ideal for rest after visiting the hanging blizzard, has 4 wells of different temperatures facing the sea, cafeteria, dressing rooms and showers. Value is included in the tour. After this afternoon of relaxation, you will be left in your accommodation so that you can enjoy a night of relaxation.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 10
Puyuhuapi → Coyhaique
1 stop
11
You’ll wake up in Puyuhuapi, to start traveling to Coyhaique first thing in the day with your private driver. The tour, approximately 4 hours, follows the Southern Road through spectacular landscapes, bordering mountains, rivers and dense Patagonian forests. Suggested activities: • Simpson River Viewpoints • Photo stops in Cerro Castillo Upon arriving in Coyhaique after dropping off your luggage at your accommodation, you will enjoy lunch at the renowned Taberna D'Olbek, an emblematic place of the region, known for its craft beers. “Beer and meal values are NOT included in the tour” In the afternoon, you will have free time to tour the city or rest before continuing the adventure the next day towards Puerto Río Tranquilo.
8 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 11
Coyhaique → Puerto Rio Tranquilo
1 stop
(Pass by)
You will wake up in Coyhaique after breakfast you can take the journey to Puerto Rio Tranquilo with your private driver. The approximately 4-hour tour takes in some of the most iconic scenery on the Southern Road, including views of Cerro Castillo, rivers, forests and mountains. As you go, you will begin to skirt the impressive Lake General Carrera, with its intense blue tones that accompany the journey to the destination. Arrival in Puerto Rio Tranquilo after noon, where your driver will drop you off at your accommodation where you can find a variety of restaurants. In the afternoon, you will have free time to tour this charming village on the shores of the lake and enjoy its natural surroundings. Suggested activities: • Stops in Laguna Verde • Viewpoints Lake General Carrera
Day 12
Puerto Rio Tranquilo
1 stop
12
You will wake up in Puerto Río Tranquilo to head with your private driver to Lake General Carrera to experience one of the most iconic experiences in Patagonia. You can choose between taking a boat tour to the famous Marble Chapels, natural calcium carbonate formations declared Sanctuary of Nature, or kayaking, a closer and more active alternative that allows you to explore its caves and caverns at your own pace. Both options offer breathtaking views of the turquoise waters of the lake and its unique formations. Afternoon free to continue exploring Puerto Rio Tranquilo or relax by the lake. "navigation value is NOT included in the tour" Boat 20 - 30 euros kayak 45 - 75 euros
3 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 13
Puerto Rio Tranquilo
1 stop
13
Laguna San Rafael
An unforgettable experience towards Laguna San Rafael National Park. In this case, your journey will start earlier: you will have breakfast at approximately 05:30 hrs and then you will be transferred to Bahía Exploradores, the starting point of sailing. During this excursion, you will enter the national park, where you can see imposing glaciers, floating floes and, hopefully, witness ice slides in a unique natural environment. In addition, you will enjoy a lunch in front of the glacier, topped with a whiskey or artisanal liquor served with millennial ice, making this experience a truly special moment. Values not included in the tour "210 - 250 euros approximately"
12 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 14
Puerto Rio Tranquilo → Coyhaique
1 stop
14
Coyhaique
You will wake up in Puerto Río Tranquilo, your driver will take you back to Coyhaique, on a tour of approximately 4 hours of Chilean Patagonia. You will arrive in the city after noon and have the afternoon to enjoy your last moments in this incredible region. During the day, we will visit a local market where you can purchase unique crafts and souvenirs from this unforgettable trip. To close the experience, you will enjoy a delicious farewell dinner, celebrating everything lived along the Southern Road. Accommodation in Coyhaique. Route : 4 h (214 km)
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 15
End of crossing Coyhaique → Balmaceda "airport"
1 stop
(Pass by)
On your last day, you will wake up in Coyhaique to start the day. Pick up time will be agreed at your accommodation so that your driver will take you towards Balmaceda Airport, in a journey of approximately 1 hour. From there, you will take your flight back to your preference, marking the end of this unforgettable experience along the Southern Road. Here concludes a unique journey, full of landscapes, adventures and memorable moments in Chilean Patagonia.

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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