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★4.8 40 experiences from US$ 11 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

Must-do experiences

Puerto Varas: Petrohue River Rafting & Private Transport
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Most booked
Puerto Varas: Petrohue River Rafting & Private TransportFeel the rush of rafting Petrohue’s rapids near Puerto Varas, swim in clear waters, and end with a cold beer. Includes private transport, gear, and local snacks.
375 reviews
4.95★
Duration
5h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · IT · FR · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 58per person
Osorno Volcano & Petrohué Falls tour: Small-group day trip
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★Top rated
Osorno Volcano & Petrohué Falls tour: Small-group day tripLake Todos los Santos and Petrohué Waterfalls full-day tour with local guide. See Osorno Volcano views and walk where the Petrohué River flows between two lakes.
178 reviews
4.87★
Duration
8h–10h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · PT · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 90per person
Osorno Volcano & Petrohué Waterfalls tour from Puerto Varas
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Best value
Osorno Volcano & Petrohué Waterfalls tour from Puerto VarasTour from Puerto Varas to Osorno Volcano and Petrohué Waterfalls in Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park with professional guide and hotel pickup.
148 reviews
4.60★
Duration
10h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 46per person

Recommended (7)

Petrohué River rafting: Small-group descent with volcano views
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Travelers' pick
Petrohué River rafting: Small-group descent with volcano views
148 reviews
4.93★
Duration
5h
fromUS$ 52per person
Catamaran Tour on Llanquihue Lake: Volcano Views & Warm Drinks
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Travelers' pick
Catamaran Tour on Llanquihue Lake: Volcano Views & Warm Drinks
84 reviews
4.93★
Duration
45m
fromUS$ 11per person
Kayaking Rio Maullin: Paddle the Amazon of Chile
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Kayaking Rio Maullin: Paddle the Amazon of Chile
55 reviews
5.00★
Duration
4h
fromUS$ 115per person
Kayaking in Frutillar: Wellness Day with Biopools & Massage
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Kayaking in Frutillar: Wellness Day with Biopools & Massage
45 reviews
4.76★
Duration
6h
fromUS$ 77per person
Puerto Varas to Bariloche: 3 lakes, 4 bus routes, border crossing
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Travelers' pick
Puerto Varas to Bariloche: 3 lakes, 4 bus routes, border crossing
39 reviews
4.18★
Duration
12h
fromUS$ 379per person
Puerto Varas & Osorno Volcano: Guided Day Tour with Pickup
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Travelers' pick
Puerto Varas & Osorno Volcano: Guided Day Tour with Pickup
34 reviews
4.44★
Duration
8h
fromUS$ 49per person
Lake Todos los Santos tour: Two-hour sailing trip
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Travelers' pick
Lake Todos los Santos tour: Two-hour sailing trip
31 reviews
4.35★
Duration
10h
fromUS$ 61per person

Lowest price (5)

Osorno Volcano tour from Puerto Varas: Half-day with lake views
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Osorno Volcano tour from Puerto Varas: Half-day with lake viewsHalf-day volcano tour from Puerto Varas to Osorno and Calbuco with hotel pickup and a guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese.
16 reviews
4.06★
Duration
4h
Tue, Thu and Sat
13:30
Live guide EN · PT · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 41per person
Osorno Volcano tour from Puerto Varas: Views at 1,240 meters
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Travelers' pick
Osorno Volcano tour from Puerto Varas: Views at 1,240 metersTour from Puerto Varas to Osorno Volcano Ski Center at 1,240 meters with hotel pickup, professional guide in English or Spanish.
13 reviews
5.00★
Duration
4h
Every day
08:30
Live guide EN · PT · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 53per person
Lake District tour: Petrohué Falls, Puerto Varas, Frutillar
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Travelers' pick
Lake District tour: Petrohué Falls, Puerto Varas, FrutillarWalk to Petrohué Falls past volcanic rock and Osorno Volcano, then explore Puerto Varas and Frutillar with a guide. Includes empanada, wine, and homemade cake.
21 reviews
4.95★
Duration
6h–7h
start times · Every day
4
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 67per person
Puñihuil Islands tour: Chiloé penguin colonies and Ancud
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Travelers' pick
Puñihuil Islands tour: Chiloé penguin colonies and AncudFull-day Chiloé tour with hotel pickup visiting penguin colonies at Puñihuil Islands, Ancud's market, and San Antonio fort with a local guide.
23 reviews
4.96★
Duration
9h–11h
Every day
07:50
Live guide EN · PT · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 90per person
Llanquihue Lake & Waterfalls Tour from Puerto Varas
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Llanquihue Lake & Waterfalls Tour from Puerto VarasHalf-day tour from Puerto Varas around Llanquihue Lake with a local guide, discovering hidden waterfalls and German heritage towns of Frutillar and Puerto.
20 reviews
4.80★
Duration
6h–8h
Every day
09:30
Live guide EN · PT · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 110per person

More options (25)

Andean Lakes Crossing: Three-Lake Journey Tour
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Travelers' pick
Andean Lakes Crossing: Three-Lake Journey TourCross three Andean lakes from Puerto Varas to Bariloche on an 11-hour journey with a professional guide.
8 reviews
4.25★
Duration
11h
Next departure: 5 Jul 2027Live guide EN · ESfromUS$ 493per person
Trekking Alerce Andino National Park from Puerto Varas
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Trekking Alerce Andino National Park from Puerto VarasTrek through Alerce Andino's Valdivian forest and ancient larches on a full-day guided route from Puerto Varas with private transport and equipment provided.
8 reviews
4.88★
Duration
8h
Every day
07:30
Live guide ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 145per person
Kayaking near Puerto Varas: Osorno & Calbuco volcanoes
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Kayaking near Puerto Varas: Osorno & Calbuco volcanoesPaddle Laguna La Poza near Puerto Varas with views of Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes and native forest.
7 reviews
4.43★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · FR · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 65per person
Solitario Trail & Osorno Volcano Hike: Private Full-Day Tour
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Solitario Trail & Osorno Volcano Hike: Private Full-Day TourHike the 6 km Solitario trail to the Red Crater in Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park with a bilingual guide and private transport.
7 reviews
5.00★
Duration
8h
Every day
09:00
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 2,880per person
Osorno Volcano guided ascent: Climb to 2,656m with crampons
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Osorno Volcano guided ascent: Climb to 2,656m with cramponsClimb Osorno Volcano in Los Lagos with a local guide, technical gear and glacier training included.
6 reviews
4.50★
Duration
12h
Every day
03:30
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 340per person
Osorno Volcano & Petrohué Falls Tour Small Group
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Osorno Volcano & Petrohué Falls Tour Small GroupFull-day tour from Puerto Varas to Osorno Volcano and Petrohué Waterfalls with small group (max 14), all meals and drinks included.
5 reviews
5.00★
Duration
7h–8h
Every day
09:30
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 230per person
Petrohué Bike Tour: Vicente Pérez Rosales Park Cycling Adventure
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Petrohué Bike Tour: Vicente Pérez Rosales Park Cycling AdventureBike through Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park with views of four volcanoes and Petrohué Waterfalls on this 8-hour guided tour with private transport.
5 reviews
5.00★
Duration
8h
Every day
09:00
Live guide ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 140per person
Osorno Volcano Glacier Trek from Puerto Varas: Seracs viewpoint
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Osorno Volcano Glacier Trek from Puerto Varas: Seracs viewpointTrek to the Osorno Volcano Glacier viewpoint from Puerto Varas with a private guide, climbing from the ski center to 1,800 meters for views of the Seracs and Lake Llanquihue.
4 reviews
5.00★
Duration
8h
Every day
08:00
Live guide ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 145per person
Frutillar Llanquihue Tour: German Colonial Towns
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Likely to sell out
Frutillar Llanquihue Tour: German Colonial TownsHalf-day tour from Puerto Varas to Frutillar and Llanquihue with hotel pickup and professional guide speaking English, Spanish or Portuguese.
3 reviews
4.33★
Duration
4h
Every day
09:00
Live guide EN · PT · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 55per person
Puerto Montt Airport to Puerto Varas: Private Transfer & Flight Tracking
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Puerto Montt Airport to Puerto Varas: Private Transfer & Flight TrackingPrivate airport transfer from Puerto Montt (PMC) to Puerto Varas with flight tracking, nameplate greeting, and door-to-door service. Up to 15 passengers.
3 reviews
5.00★
Duration
35m
Every dayHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 55per person
Llanquihue Lake Tour from Puerto Varas: German colonial towns
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Llanquihue Lake Tour from Puerto Varas: German colonial townsTour around Lake Llanquihue from Puerto Varas with stops in Frutillar, Puerto Octay and Ensenada, walk German-style streets.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
8h
start times · Wed, Fri and Sun
2
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 88per person
Puerto Varas & Puerto Montt Sightseeing Tour: Volcanoes, Waterfront
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Puerto Varas & Puerto Montt Sightseeing Tour: Volcanoes, WaterfrontAfternoon sightseeing tour of Puerto Varas and Puerto Montt with hotel pickup, professional guide in English or Spanish.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
4h
Every day
14:00
Live guide EN · PT · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 50per person
Puerto Varas to Puerto Montt Airport transfer: Private pickup
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Puerto Varas to Puerto Montt Airport transfer: Private pickupPrivate transfer from Puerto Varas hotels to Puerto Montt Airport in 30 minutes with a professional driver in a modern vehicle for hassle-free airport arrival.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
30m
Every dayHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 25per person
Half-Day Frutillar Tour from Puerto Varas: Lake & Volcano Views
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Likely to sell out
Half-Day Frutillar Tour from Puerto Varas: Lake & Volcano ViewsDiscover Frutillar on a small-group tour from Puerto Varas. See Llanquihue Lake, German heritage, and Osorno Volcano. Hotel pickup included.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
4h
Every day
09:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 144per person
Puerto Varas full day tour: Llanquihue Lake & Osorno Volcano
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Puerto Varas full day tour: Llanquihue Lake & Osorno VolcanoTour from Puerto Varas around Llanquihue Lake with hotel pickup, visiting German-heritage towns and ascending Osorno Volcano for views across the lake and Pacific.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
8h
Every day
09:00
Live guide EN · PT · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 52per person
Private Rock Climbing in Northern Patagonia, Chile
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Private Rock Climbing in Northern Patagonia, ChileTry a private rock climbing adventure in Northern Patagonia. Certified guides, all gear, and local brunch included. Perfect for beginners and outdoor lovers.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
7h
Every day
09:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 150per person
Osorno Volcano Sunset Tour: Lake Llanquihue Views
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Osorno Volcano Sunset Tour: Lake Llanquihue ViewsAfternoon tour to Osorno Volcano in Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park with sunset viewing, appetizers and wine included. Your guide handles the stops and the timing.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
4h
Every day
19:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 130per person
Bird watching tour Quenuir & Maullín from Puerto Varas
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Bird watching tour Quenuir & Maullín from Puerto VarasBoat and walking tour to Quenuir wetlands from Puerto Varas with a Spanish-speaking guide, binoculars and field guides to spot flamingos.
Duration
7h
Every day
08:00
Live guide ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 155per person
Termas del Sol day trip from Puerto Varas: 10 thermal pools
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Likely to sell out
Termas del Sol day trip from Puerto Varas: 10 thermal poolsFull-day tour from Puerto Varas to Termas del Sol in the Reloncaví Fjord, with hotel pickup and a professional guide.
Duration
9h–10h
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · PT · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 98per person
Frutillar & Llanquihue Private Tour from Puerto Varas
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Likely to sell out
Frutillar & Llanquihue Private Tour from Puerto VarasHalf-day private tour from Puerto Varas to Frutillar with hotel pickup, visiting German colonial architecture, Lake Llanquihue's pier and volcanoes.
Duration
4h
Every day
08:30
Live guide EN · PT · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 159per person
Chiloé Private Day Tour: Ancud, Caulin & Penguin Colony
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Likely to sell out
Chiloé Private Day Tour: Ancud, Caulin & Penguin ColonyPrivate day tour from Puerto Varas to Chiloé's Puñihuil Penguin Colony, Ancud's colonial fort and Caulin wetlands.
Duration
10h–11h
Every day
08:00
Live guide EN · PT · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 448per person
Puerto Montt Airport to Puerto Varas Transfer Private Door-to-Door
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Puerto Montt Airport to Puerto Varas Transfer Private Door-to-DoorPrivate round-trip transfer from Puerto Montt El Tepual Airport to Puerto Varas hotels for up to 15 passengers with flight tracking and personalized greeting service.
Duration
1h 10m
Every dayHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 110per person
4-Day Big Wall Rock Climbing in Cochamó from Puerto Varas
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4-Day Big Wall Rock Climbing in Cochamó from Puerto VarasClimb the Shark Fin route in Cochamó, a 525-meter granite wall with 10 pitches. Your 4-day expedition from Puerto Varas includes a certified guide, equipment and camping.
Duration
4d
Every day
08:00
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 850per person
Osorno Volcano Seracs Trek from Puerto Varas: Walk on Glacier Ice
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Osorno Volcano Seracs Trek from Puerto Varas: Walk on Glacier IceTrek the Osorno Volcano glacier from Puerto Varas with a Spanish-speaking guide, full technical gear and insurance included.
Duration
8h
Every day
07:00
Live guide ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 235per person
Trekking Cochamó Valley slides from Puerto Varas: 13 km hike
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Trekking Cochamó Valley slides from Puerto Varas: 13 km hikeTrek 13 km from Puerto Varas to Los Toboganes de Cochamó, the waterfall slides in Cochamó Valley, with private transport, guide and snacks included.
Duration
14h
Every day
06:00
Live guide ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 160per person

Puerto Varas at a glance ✓ 2026-11-05

  • Most booked: Puerto Varas: Petrohue River Rafting & Private Transport, US$ 58 (5h, 4.95★ · 375).
  • Top rated: Osorno Volcano & Petrohué Falls tour: Small-group day trip, US$ 90 (8h–10h, 4.87★ · 178).
  • Best value: Osorno Volcano & Petrohué Waterfalls tour from Puerto Varas, US$ 46 (10h, 4.60★ · 148).

Of the 40 experiences: 39 with free cancellation, 33 with instant confirmation, 33 with hotel pickup and 11 bookable last-minute.

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