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10-Nights Chile Patagonia Cochamo Valley Hiking

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1705132

10-Nights Chile Patagonia Cochamo Valley Hiking

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$9,695

MT Sobek

Discover a place that rivals Yosemite in raw beauty yet is hidden away in the wild northern reaches of the Patagonian Andes. This magical region—an incredible 328,650 acres of granite monoliths, old-growth Valdivian rainforest, and glacial river valleys—is waiting to be explored. Travel deep into remote Valle Ventisquero, a frontier of unnamed peaks where millennia-old alerce trees spire toward the sky and turquoise glacial rivers carve dramatic basins. Hike into Valle Cochamo, tucked between 3,000-foot rock walls and lush woodlands.

Highlights:

Discover the remarkable granite domes and ancient forests of the Cochamo Valley
Go deep into remote Ventisquero Valley, a hidden Andean sanctuary far from roads
Paddle Class II+ rapids on the crystal-clear Ventisquero and Puelo Rivers

Important Trip Details:
Moderate to strenuous hiking, including some very steep and rocky sections with exposed tree roots, plus one day Class II packrafting. Daily hikes of 6–9 miles with up to 4,000' elevation gain and loss, and one longer hike of 13.7 miles with 1,050' elevation gain and loss. Strong winds are common and weather can change drastically, potentially adding to the challenge.

Minimum Age: 18

Valid Date Ranges

03/07/2027 - 03/17/2027

* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.

Prices Start At

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$9,695

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Length

10 Nights

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Vacation Rating

Deluxe

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All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

OFFER ID

1705132

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Featured Destinations

Ventisquero Valley
Puerto Varas
Puerto Montt

Puerto Montt

Evocative of Switzerland, Chile's lake district is noted for its pristine, almost Alpine scenery and bracing climate. Visit Lake Llanquihue (pronounced "Yankee-way"), and explore the rugged coastline leading to Ensenada. Marvel at a Fuji-like volcano, Mount Osorno, which rises to a height of 8,500 feet. View the rushing falls and turbulent rapids of Petrohue and cruise the blue-green waters of placid Lake Todos Los Santos. Taste Chilean country specialties and enjoy folklore entertainment at a rustic hosteria.

Excursions

Puerto Montt: The Llanquihue Lake Experience - 6 hours

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS EXCURSION

The town of Puerto Varas
The Settlers Museum in Frutillar
Angelmó Handicrafts Market in Puerto Montt

DESCRIPTION
This excursion takes in the main attractions of Puerto Montt and the nearby towns of Puerto Varas and Frutillar, both located on the shores of Lake Llanquihue, with spectacular views of the snow-capped Osorno Volcano.

Puerto Montt was founded in 1853 by German immigrants and their stalwart promoter Vicente Pérez Rosales, who named the town after another promoter of immigration, President Manuel Montt. The waterfront here was rebuilt after the devastating earthquake of 1960, which had destroyed the city's port, church, and neighbourhood of Angelmó. Today it is the capital of Chile's Southern Lake District, a thriving city that invests heavily in salmon farming, shipping, and tourism. Puerto Montt is commercially and strategically very important to this region. Settled by German colonists in the mid-19th century, it features middle-European architecture, with high-pitched, redwood-shingled roofs and ornate balconies.

On leaving the port there will be a short visit of the Angelmó Handicrafts market located just a few minutes walk from the dock gates, before continue through the centre of the city for a glimpse of highlights such as the redwood cathedral on the city's plaza, which is the city's oldest building, dating back to 1856. Continue to the town of Puerto Varas for an orientation tour and enjoy the opportunity to take a photograph across the waters of the Llanquihue to one of the regions icons; the mighty Osorno Volcano. Puerto Varas is one of Chile's most charming towns, not only because of its privileged lakeside location, but also because of its quaint, German-influenced architecture, and its friendly, laid-back atmosphere. The city was built by the sweat and tenacity of German immigrants, and later it became a port for goods being shipped from the Lago Llanquihue area to Puerto Montt (mostly timber). Today most of the area's middle- and upper-middle-class residents call Puerto Varas home and commute to Puerto Montt and other surrounding places for work.

Along the trip we will do a short stop to enjoy the delicious local beer, Drakkar and Colonos; we will also visit the brewery to learn how they produce it. Our host will be the owner who will explain us the process.

Continue to the historic town of Frutillar. Founded in 1856 by German settlers, this is one the most charming towns in Chile. A visit will be made to the Settlers Museum, which features a collection of 19th-century antiques, clothing, and artefacts gathered from various immigrant German families around the area. There will also be a visit to the Teatro del Lago Concert Hall, an open-air venue that is gaining prestige on both a national and international level, and which is home to Frutillar’s famous Music Festival. Once an event for local and regional artists, this annual festival now draws international performers.

Light lunch will be served at “Lavanda Casa de Té”, an old barn where Opa Pancho spended many hours dedicated to one of his hobbies, mechanic; today, it has been turned into an exclusive tearoom immersed in lavender plantation. Among aromas, flavors and memories of an unforgettable time, we will taste the finest flavors of tea accompanied by the best local pastry

After light lunch return to Puerto Montt, stopping briefly at an observation point for a view across Tenglo Bay with the ship in port.

Operational notes :

Duration : 6.15 hours
Level of activity : Easy.
Meal plan : Light lunch & mineral water
Travelers will be transferred from the pier to the excursion site.

Puerto Montt: A Journey into Chile's Oldest National Park - 4 hours

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS EXCURSION

The Petrohué Rapids
The town of Puerto Varas
Puerto Montt and the Angelmó Market

DESCRIPTION
This excursion takes in the main attractions of Puerto Montt, Puerto Varas, and the Petrohué Rapids, one of southern Chile’s most beautiful attractions.

Departing from the pier, the drive heads directly to one of the most famous beauty spots in Chile’s Lake District; Petrohué Rapids. The scenic journey follows the road to the village of Alerce, with views of charming wooden houses and churches, pristine farmland, and lush green forest, before taking the road that skirts Lake Llanquihue.

The arrival to the village of Ensenada, at the foot of the Osorno Volcano, marks the entrance to the oldest National Park in Chile; the Vicente Perez Rosales National Park. Founded in 1926 it covers an area of 251,000 hectares (619,970 acres), incorporating the park's centrepieces Lake Todos los Santos, the Petrohué Rapids, and three commanding volcanoes; Osorno, Calbuco, and Puntiagudo.

The mighty Petrohué is one of Chile’s most beautiful and exciting glacial rivers, and your guests will marvel at the spectacular scenery of ancient forests, waterfalls and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and volcanoes. Upon arrival to the rapids, one can enjoy the spectacle of the inky-green waters as they crash through lava channels formed after the eruption of the Osorno in 1850.

Head back west in the direction of Puerto Varas, where a short stop will be made. This tidy little town, with its lovely architecture and bustling centre, is mainly residential and thrives on tourism thanks to its grand setting on Lake Llanquihue and proximity to the nearby National Parks. Here there will be an opportunity to take a photograph or two across the waters of Lake Llanquihue to the mighty Osorno Volcano. The city was built by the sweat and tenacity of German immigrants, and later it became a port for goods being shipped from the Lago Llanquihue area to Puerto Montt (mostly timber). Today most of the area's middle- and upper-middle-class residents call Puerto Varas home and commute to Puerto Montt and other surrounding places for work.

Return to Puerto Montt, stopping briefly at an observation point for a view across Tenglo Bay with the ship in port, followed by a short orientation tour through the centre of the city for a glimpse of highlights such as the redwood cathedral on the city's plaza, which is the city's oldest building, dating back to 1856.

The transfer will end either on the pier or for those who choose to browse for bargains, at the Angelmó Handicraft Market, just a few minutes’ walk from the dock gates.

Operational notes :

Duration : 4 hours
Level of activity : Easy.
Meal plan : Mineral water

**Travelers will be transferred from the pier to the excursion sites by car

Puerto Montt: The Route of the Pioneers - 7 hours

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS EXCURSION

A walk on the Osorno Volcano
Breathtaking mountain and cold rainforest scenery

DESCRIPTION
This excursion follows route taken by the German, Swiss and Austrian pioneers in 1850, looking for a way to reach Argentina from Chile.

This programme commences with a drive north out of Puerto Montt towards the village of Alerce, with views of charming wooden houses and churches, pristine farmland, and lush green forest. Then take the road to Colonia Tres Puentes. This small, sleepy town is located at the foot of the Calbuco Volcano. A stop will be made at a nearby forest of the ancient alerce trees.

Continue the journey to the Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, climbing the Osorno Volcano to the Ski and Mountain Centre, at an altitude of 4,200 feet above sea level. When you reach the La Burbuja sector, you will take a short trek to enjoy the panoramic views and will be able to take pictures of the summit of Osorno and Calbuco with their snow-covered peaks, and of Lake Llanquihue. You will also enjoy the views from the chairlift.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant, before continuing to one of the most famous beauty spots in Chile’s Lake District; Petrohué Rapids. The mighty Petrohué is one of Chile’s most beautiful and exciting glacial rivers, and your guests will marvel at the spectacular scenery of ancient forests, waterfalls and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and volcanoes. Upon arrival to the rapids, one can enjoy the spectacle of the inky-green waters as they crash through lava channels formed after the eruption of the Osorno in 1850.

Return to Puerto Montt to rejoin the ship.

Notes:
Duration : 7 hours
Level of activity : Easy.
Meal plan : Mineral water
*Travelers will be transferred from the pier to the excursion sites by car

Excursions

Puerto Montt: The Llanquihue Lake Experience - 6 hours

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS EXCURSION

The town of Puerto Varas
The Settlers Museum in Frutillar
Angelmó Handicrafts Market in Puerto Montt

Puerto Montt: A Journey into Chile's Oldest National Park - 4 hours

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS EXCURSION

The Petrohué Rapids
The town of Puerto Varas
Puerto Montt and the Angelmó Market

Puerto Montt: The Route of the Pioneers - 7 hours

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS EXCURSION

A walk on the Osorno Volcano
Breathtaking mountain and cold rainforest scenery

Search Offer ID

VACATION DETAILS

10-Nights Chile Patagonia Cochamo Valley Hiking

MT Sobek

03/07/2027 - 03/17/2027

$9,695

10 Nights

Call for airfares from your city.

Deluxe

Featured Destinations

Excursions

Puerto Montt: The Llanquihue Lake Experience - 6 hours

Puerto Montt: A Journey into Chile's Oldest National Park - 4 hours

Puerto Montt: The Route of the Pioneers - 7 hours

Excursions

Puerto Montt: The Llanquihue Lake Experience - 6 hours

Puerto Montt: A Journey into Chile's Oldest National Park - 4 hours

Puerto Montt: The Route of the Pioneers - 7 hours

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