Welcome to Pucón
Pucón is firmly positioned on the global map as a mecca for adventure sports, its setting on beautiful Lago Villarrica under the smoldering eye of the volcano of the same name sealing its fate as a world-class destination for adrenaline junkies. Once a summer playground for the rich, Pucón is now a year-round adventure machine catering to all incomes, especially in February (a time to avoid, if possible), when it is absolutely overrun. The town receives alternating floods of package tourists, Santiago holidaymakers, novice Brazilian snowboarders, adventure-seeking backpackers, new age spiritualists and mellowed-out ex-activists turned eco-pioneers. While its popularity can be off-putting for some, Pucón boasts the best small-town tourism infrastructure south of Costa Rica. That means quality accommodations, efficient tourism agencies, hundreds of activities and excursions, vegetarian restaurants, falafel, microbrews and hundreds of expat residents from the world over.
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Shared Transfer from Pucon to Temuco La Araucania Airport
This shared/ regular service only start from your Hotel in Pucon to Temuco Airport. Rates not valid for transfer to Temuco city (Hotels, accomodation or bus station) or from Villarica city, only to the Airport La Araucania, located in Unnamed Road - Local 2 - Freire, IX Región, Temuco.Departures every day, upon reservation.The transfer is in a Car, Van or bus, depending on the number of passengers.Transfer start in all hotels in Central Pucon (not including those on road to Villarrica Vulcano) or Villarrica City. Please inform your hotel address, flight number and departure time to program the best pick up time.Please wait in the main reception of your accommodation to avoid any delayed to other passengers.
Private Departure Transfer from Pucon City to Temuco Airport
End your stay in the city of Pucón with this departure transfer. Pucón is a city of the Lake District in Chile, next to Lake Villarrica and Villarica snowy volcano. It is a center for adventure tourism and is known for its access to hiking trails, water sports, rapids and kayaking, as well as skiing and snowboarding. The terrain that surrounds it goes from beaches on the shores of a lake to temperate tropical forests. In the nearby wooded valleys there are natural hot springs. This transfer service will take you from your hotel or accommodation (inside the central pick up zone) in Pucón directly to Temuco Airport ZCO . The service ends there and doesn't include any stops or any hotel pickups in Temuco city (only Temuco Airport).
Private Arrival Transfer from Temuco Airport to Pucon City
Start your stay in the city of Pucon with this arrival transfer from the airport. Pucón is a city of the Lake District in Chile, next to Lake Villarrica and Villarica snowy volcano. It is a center for adventure tourism and is known for its access to hiking trails, water sports, rapids and kayaking, as well as skiing and snowboarding. The terrain that surrounds it goes from beaches on the shores of a lake to temperate tropical forests. In the nearby wooded valleys there are natural hot springs. This transfer service will take you from Temuco Airport ZCO airport directly to your hotel or accommodation (inside the central zone) in Pucon. The service ends there and doesn't include any stops in Temuco City.
Full Day Villarrica Volcano Trekking Tour from Pucon
07:00 hrs. We meet to go up to the ski center on the slopes of Villarrica Volcano at 1.400 mts above sea level, the right point where we will start a nice trek and admire the natural landscape of this imposing volcano and we will share a good time with our guide, all together.09:30 hrs. Ascent to Villarrica volcano which takes about 4 or 5 hours, before conquering the summit, time for a break and snack14:00 hrs. The summit is reached , an amazing view in the background is before our eyes and we feel confident of having conquered the peak. Eight volcanoes which form a spectacular secenery can be seen from here , they are: Quetrupillàn, Lanín, LLaima, Lonquimay, Sierra Nevada, Chohuenco, Osorno Tolhueca and the three volcanoes of the Caburgua Lake.We will also have the chance to admire the beautiful lakes: Caburgua, Calafquén , Huilipilún, Neltume, Panguipulli and Villarrica.15:00 hrs. Return to Pucòn
Enjoy a Locally Sourced Organic Meal in a Relaxing Home in Rural Pucón
Carolina is originally from Temuco in Southern Chile, where she was raised among the plants, fruits and vegetables her family cultivated in their enormous garden. Her husband Alain is originally from France, where they lived together until moving back to Chile in 2005. Carolina inherited her love of cooking from the women in her family; her mother, aunt and grandmother were very talented, economical cooks who excelled in making the best of limited ingredients. After successful, fast-paced careers in London, Carolina (a journalist) and Alain (a financial engineer) decided to move to Pucón to open their B&B, Maison Nomade. Their beautiful property includes their home, a five-room guesthouse, a productive garden, bee hives, play areas for their four children, a pool, and a stunning view of Villarrica, a beautiful active volcano.Carolina grows many of the fruits and vegetables you will enjoy on her property, so her cooking is fresh, organic and seasonal. Carolina is a committed organic gardener who also offers local workshops for adults and children and participates in local initiatives to promote and protect the heritage of native seeds. These wonderful hosts love to share their lives with their guests, so be ready to relax on their beautiful property and enjoy the pleasures of a home-style meal at their table!This is a family friendly experience! The property has plenty of space to run around and a fun play-structure. Carolina and here husband also know the Pucón area very well and can give you great advice on activities and places to visit.
The Scenic Route - Lima to Buenos Aires
Imagine an entire month (30 days, to be exact) to explore the very best highlights and cultures of Peru, Bolivia, Chile and Argentina. Visit the ancient site of Machu Picchu, learn from locals at Lake Titicaca, drive across the white desert in Bolivia, get active in Pucon, and experience life at a genuine gaucho ranch in Bariloche. Don't just see a part of South America; cover a massive and adventurous portion of it over a month that'll change your life.