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Experience Chile's picturesque Lake District on our 21 carefully curated tours and cruises for 2026. Nestled in the heart of the Andes Mountains, our itineraries offer a harmonious blend of stunning landscapes, cultural experiences, and outdoor adventures, providing a deep dive into this enchanting destination. Over 5 to 19 days, you can explore the beauty of Chile's Lake District, known for its crystal-clear lakes, snow-capped volcanoes, and lush forests teeming with wildlife. With options for hiking, wildlife viewing, village visits, and cultural interactions, there is something for every type of traveler. Starting at $401 to $46,999, embark on a journey that unveils the magic of the Lake District's diverse natural wonders and rich heritage in 2026. To start planning your unforgettable Chilean adventure, contact one of Adventure Life's travel specialists for expert guidance and seamless trip arrangements.
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Puerto Varas and Volcan Osorno
from $401
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Osorno Volcano and Petrohue Waterfall

1 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Puerto Varas / Puerto Varas
Activity Level
Relaxed
The Osorno and Petrohue Waterfall Day-Tour is the perfect program for those who love the outdoors. Discover the mysteries hidden in the Cordillera de Los Andes and its majestic Osorno Volcano, one of the highest peaks in southern Chile. Visit Llanquihue Lake, fish for trout at Río Pescado waterfalls, and take pictures of the beautiful Lake of All Saints.
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The island of Chiloe
from $2,737
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Highlights of Chiloe

4 Day Itinerary
  • Ferry Ride with views of the Andes
  • Northern Chiloe Village Exploration
  • Hiking in Tepuhueico Park
  • Unique endemic wildlife spotting
  • Cultural exploration of Castro
  • Visit to Chepu River
Starts / Ends
Puerto Varas / Puerto Varas
Activities
Hiking, Local Market Visits, Cooking Classes
Activity Level
Easy Active
Take a 4-day trip to Chiloe, an island known for its culture and landscapes. Visit villages in northern Chiloé, taste oysters, and see penguins. Hike in Tepuhueico Park to the “Dock of Souls” and see endemic wildlife like the Pudu. Explore Castro's wooden churches and stilt houses, and enjoy a local lunch. End at the sunken forest at Chepu River.
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The Island of Chiloé
from $7,075
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The Islands of Chiloe & The Route of the Parks of Patagonia

10 Day Itinerary
  • Scenic walking tour of Puerto Varas
  • Osorno Volcano & Rewilding Activity
  • Natural Wonders of Chiloé
  • Visit Castro & Culinary Adventures
  • Explore the Route of the Parks
  • Chaitén Volcano & Scenic Return
Starts / Ends
Puerto Varas / Puerto Varas
Activities
Volunteering
Activity Level
Easy Active
Join this 10-day adventure through Chiloé and Patagonia's Route of Parks, beginning in Puerto Varas. Discover Chiloé's culture and landscapes while exploring hidden trails and participating in rewilding projects. Experience the breathtaking scenery of Patagonia, with its temperate rainforests, volcanoes, fjords, and the Andes.
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View of Osorno volcano behind Puerto Varas
from $4,375
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Puerto Varas & Lakes District: An Active Hiking Adventure

Roundtrip Puerto Varas - 7 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Lake Llanquihue
  • Explore Alerce Andino National Park
  • Observe endemic penguins at Puñihui
  • Calbuco Volcano exploration
  • Experience the El Solitario trail
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Puerto Varas / Puerto Montt
Activity Level
Moderate
Plan your perfect 7-day hiking adventure in Chile’s Lake District, starting from Puerto Varas. Experience breathtaking views of the Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes, explore Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, Lake Todos Los Santos, and Alerce Andino, and visit Chiloé Island. Finish your trip on the El Solitario trail before returning to Puerto Varas.
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Puntiagudo Volcano, a snow-cappedd volcanic chain in Chile, near Osorno Volcano
from $2,650
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Chile's Three Lakes & Volcanoes Crossing

Chile Small Group Tour - 4 Day Itinerary
  • Hike the Desolacion Trail
  • Boat ride to Puntiagudo Valley
  • Hike to Lake Rupanco
  • Visit hot springs by Lake Rupanco
Starts / Ends
Puerto Varas / Puerto Varas
Activities
Homestays
Activity Level
Moderate
Join a 4-day trek in Chile's Lake District, connecting three lakes and volcanoes. Hike the Desolación Trail to Lake Todos Los Santos, take a boat to Puntiagudo Valley, and trek 8.5 km to a family lodge. On day three, hike 18 km to Lake Rupanco for stunning views. End with a soak in natural hot springs before returning to Puerto Varas.
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Explore beautiful Chiloe island
from $1,325
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Magical Chiloe Heritage Tour

3 Day Itinerary
  • Hike through Chiloé NP
  • Taste Traditional cuisine
  • Experience Chiloe's wildlife
  • Visit Chiloe's unique churches
Starts / Ends
Puerto Varas / Quincho Country Home
Activity Level
Moderate
Discover the magical island of Chiloé. This 3-day adventure will take you to Chile's national secret. You'll be visiting its unique island and tasting traditional, homemade cuisine.
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Trek the Route of the Parks of Patagonia
from $5,356
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Rincon Bonito: Patagonia's Hidden North

10 Day Itinerary
  • Rafting adventure on Petrohue River
  • Cochamo Valley Exploration
  • Paddling in Reloncaví Fjord
  • Trek the North Patagonian Andes
Starts / Ends
Puerto Montt / Puerto Varas
Activities
Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
Moderate
On the 10-day Rincon Bonito: Patagonia's Hidden North tour, explore Puerto Varas and the Chilean Patagonia Lake District. Highlights include a walking tour along Lake Llanquihue, rafting on the Petrohue River, a visit to Cochamo Valley, and a paddling adventure in the Reloncavi Fjord. Conclude the trip with a trek through the North Patagonian Andes.
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Trekking in Patagonia in view of the iconic horns
from $7,815
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Patagonia Collection: Multisport Route of the Parks

Patagonia Small Group Tour - 11 Day Itinerary
  • Small Group Multisport Tour
  • Experience Patagonia's heritage
  • Discover 17 parks along Patagonia
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La Baita Ecolodge / Puerto Natales
Activities
Biking
Activity Level
Variable
This 11-day Route of the Parks small group multisport tour from Temuco to Puerto Natales is perfect for travelers looking to experience Patagonia. It includes hiking, biking, and rafting. Travel through the 17 parks, and engage with the region's nature, local communities, and culture, all while supporting rewilding efforts.
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Breathtaking view of Torres del Paine
from $5,317
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Chile North to South

13 Day Itinerary
  • Biking and wine tasting
  • Explore the Atacama Desert
  • Rafting in the Lake District
  • Hike in Torres del Paine
Activities
Urban Exploration, Horseback Riding
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 13-day tour of Chile takes you from Northern Chile's Atacama Desert, to Santiago, the Lake District, then Torres del Paine. Along the way, enjoying hiking, biking, wine tasting, rafting, and other activities as you experience both the metropolitan and natural sides of Chile.
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Pristine villages in small inlets
from $2,590
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Chonos Route

Puerto Montt Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MV Skorpios II
  • Explore picturesque Chiloe Island
  • Explore fishing town Puerto Aguirre
  • Whale watch on the Corcovado Gulf
  • Visit San Rafael Glacier
Starts / Ends
Puerto Montt / Puerto Montt
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 6-day cruise aboard MV Skorpios II, beginning and ending in Puerto Montt, and sail over 800 miles through the magical age-old ice formations, glaciers, stunning archipelagos, channels, and small gulfs. Admire the vast island-peppered sea as you disembark to explore small towns and soak in the region's famed hot springs.
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Explore the exotic plant life in Alerce Adino National Park
from $1,743
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Chilean Lake District

5 Day Itinerary
  • Hike Alerce Andino National Park
  • Hike to Petrohue Waterfall
  • Explore Puerto Varas
  • B&B on Lake Todos los Santos
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore the pristine lakes, rivers, and volcanoes that make up the Chilean Lake District on our 5 day tour. Nature hikes, wildlife viewing, kayaking, and fly fishing are activities that will ensure you experience all aspects of the Chilean Lake District!
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from $9,880
$100 Dep.
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Cruise from Argentina to Chile

15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Witness Pio XI Glacier
  • Experience Angostura Kirke
  • Visit Castro's UNESCO Heritage Site
  • Discover Isla Mocha
Starts / Ends
Ushuaia / Valparaiso
Activities
Wine Tasting
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day cruise on the SH Vega from Ushuaia through Patagonia's glaciers, fjords, and striking landscapes. Experience the diverse wildlife and explore coastal towns rich in history. The voyage concludes in Valparaíso, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for colorful houses and scenic hills, offering an unforgettable journey.
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Wildlife on Beagle Channel, Tierra del Fuego
from $5,995
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Patagonia & Chilean Fjords

Puerto Montt - Ushuaia - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • Explore Tierra del Fuego
  • Visit the Garibaldi Fjord
  • See wildlife in Magdalena Island
  • Cross the Gulf of Penas
Starts / Ends
Puerto Montt / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on the Magellan Explorer for this 9-day Patagonia and Chilean Fjords cruise. One of the world's southernmost places, Chilean Patagonia, is home to enormous glaciers with blue hues and angular Andes mountain peaks.
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Guanacos in Torres del Paine
from $13,595
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Patagonia and Chilean Fjords

Ushuaia - Puerto Montt - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Revel along the Beagle Channel
  • Tour Torres del Paine National Park
  • Watch whales migrating
  • Discover the UNESCO heritage
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Puerto Montt
Activities
Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition through the Beagle Channel and Patagonia, starting from Ushuaia and concluding in Puerto Montt, aboard the Sylvia Earle. Discover the untamed beauty of Torres del Paine National Park, look for whales in Francisco Coloane Marine Park, the UNESCO heritage in Chiloe, and witness the breathtaking glaciers of Patagonia.
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Lighthouse of Beagle Channel, Ushuaia
from $11,060
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The Best of Chilean Fjords

15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Puerto Williams
  • Observe Chilean fjords and channels
  • Garibaldi, Agostini, El Brujo
  • Explore houses of Tortel
  • Experience the wildlife encounters
  • Conclude the trip in Quemchi
Starts / Ends
Valparaiso / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail aboard Le Lyrial for a 15-day adventure into the landscapes of South America. Experience the beauty of the Chilean fjords, where channels, snow-capped peaks, glaciers, and narrow passages await. Explore Puerto Williams, circumnavigate Cape Horn, and glide past the glaciers of Garibaldi, Crostini, Skua, El Brujo, and Pie XI.
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Whitewater rafting adventure tour of Chile's Rio Futaleufu
from $6,000
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Futaleufu Wild Whitewater

9 Day Itinerary
  • Tackle world famous rapids
  • Explore stunning valleys & canyons
  • Kayak the stunning Rio Azul
  • Choose from many activities at camp
Activity Level
Challenging
This whitewater adventure takes you into the heart of spectacular Patagonia and on an electrifying rafting journey. On this 9-day trip, enjoy 4 days whitewater rafting and time for horseback riding, fly fishing, and more. Days are spent splashing down the river, through Class III, IV, and even a Class V rapid! Luxury camping, horseback riding and kayaking!
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Whitewater rafting adventure on Chile's Rio Futaleufu
from $900
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Lakes District Adventure

4 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy rafting on the Petrohue River
  • Discover Perez National Park
  • Bike along Lake Llanquihue
Activity Level
Moderate
Explore the Chile Lakes District regions, with its beautiful natural scenery and opportunities for adventure. Enjoy nature hikes, whitewater rafting, biking, and a taste of the Welsh local culture of Puerto Varas. Combine this short extension with other Chile tours and extensions, or the Chiloe Island Adventure!
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Nights in Ushuaia
from $10,560
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The Best of Chilean Fjords

Valparaiso to Ushuia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Cruise the Pulluche Canal
  • Discover Tortel's wooden walkways
  • Explore Puerto Williams
  • Watch wildlife in Tuckers Islets
Starts / Ends
Valparaiso / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Kayaking, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Variable
Sail from Valparaiso to Ushuaia on a 15-day expedition cruise through Chilean Patagonia aboard L' Austral. Discover glaciers, fjords, historic towns, and UNESCO sites aboard a small ship designed for remote exploration.
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