Chile · PUCóN & VILLARRICA VOLCANO
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Here are the 12 pucón & villarrica volcano tours worth the money, with the price, the length of the day and the kind of traveller each one suits. Number one is at the top for a reason.
Guided Villarrica Volcano climb from Pucon with full gear and crampons, crater views, and a fast snow descent when conditions allow.
“An amazing experience, the guides were very aware of the group and made sure everyone was safe and comfortable throughout”
Climb Villarrica with Zenit from Pucon, from boot-stomping tracks to crampons, then down with snow toboggans and volcano views.
“The day before we had a meeting at the Zenit agency to find out more details about what the day would be like, and also to try on the trekking boots. We went up in a small group with 4 guides, all of whom were very friendly and communicative. The climb was tiring, but the stops and the enthusiasm of the guides made all the difference in regaining energy and moving forward. Unfortunately we were unable to reach the edge of the crater, as it is prohibited at the moment (due to the intense activity of the volcano). But it was really good nonetheless! The descent was also a lot…”
Paddle the Liucura River near Pucon with sit-on-top kayaks, volcano views, rapids, and secret spots in a small group.
“This is MUST do tour in Pucón! Our guide picked us up and dropped us off from our hotel (it was me and my boyfriend), handled all the equipment, provided wet suits, took videos/photos, and taught us how to handle the kayaks/river. I’ve only kayaked a handful of times and he made me feel super safe and comfortable. The tour was so much fun as well! Beautiful water, mountains, and a great side of Chile. It was an extremely enjoyable experience and one of the highlights of our trip! The guide truly knows what he’s doing! Trip is offered in English as well. HIGHLY recommend! This was a more personalized…”
Full-day mountaineering up Villarrica Volcano from Pucón to an open crater, with included gear and a snow-slide descent when conditions allow.
“The tour agency that was on the Viator website does not exist, is out of business. As the hike drew near, we were contacted by Viator to pay (which we did), and texted multiple times to the tour agency (through Viator) with questions, but never heard back. We arrived in town the night before the hike. On the day of the scheduled hike, we went to the designated meeting place—nothing/no one was there. We went to the address of the tour agency—found the building but it was obviously abandoned. Viator responded promptly to my text, said they would investigate. Got back to me within a day, and refunded me within…”
Huilo Huilo and Puerto Fuy day trip from Pucón with waterfalls trails, museum stops, and Lake Panguipulli views, plus pickup.
“Magnífico viaje, todo estuvo fenomenal. Mi familia que vino a visitarme de México quedó encantada con el tour. Pablo es una persona amable y super atenta que cuidó cada detalle para que todos nos sintiéramos a gusto.”
Hike the Villarrica south face to the Mirador, then unwind at Geometric hot springs with 20 thermal pools.
“Una experiencia maravillosa, poder caminar por la nieve y tener una vista a 4 volcanes, realmente maravillosa 🥰 y el guia fenomenal, atento, y muy apañador en toda la travesía !!!!”
One-day guided hike to Villarrica volcano summit from Pucón, with crampons and sledge gear, safety briefings, and possible crater views.
“Got lucky with a perfect weather day which I know you can’t control but operations wise everything was top- notch.”
Relax at Geometric Hot Springs near Lake Calafquén, with 16 pools from 35°C to 42°C, plus cold breaks and 3 hours of soak time.
“easy and comfortable ride up to the springs, a simple and pleasant visit. really enjoyed how beautiful the setting of the hot springs was and it wasn't too crowded. loved the cafeteria with a fire in it as well- was a bonus to have a hot chocolate there after a soak!”
A full day ascent of Chile’s Villarrica Volcano from Pucón, with crampons, ice axe training, and crater views at 2,848 m.
“Hard hike, straight up…we had lots of wind too…but, very cool to summit a volcano! And sliding down was a blast!”
Pucon thermal baths tour with a bilingual guide: rivers, volcanoes, Caburgua lake, then 2 hours soaking in Termas.
“da guai, mas esperava mais, a terma uma decepção, lugar ruim atendimento péssimo, nem entramos nas piscinas, pedimos para o carro retornar e fomos embora, muito caro pra pouco.”
Half-day guided hike from Pucón to three Andean lagoons near Lanín volcano, with winter snowshoes and certified guides.
“Es hermoso el paisaje parece de una película de Navidad, lo único es que le pondría de dificultad intermedia ya que caminar con las raquetas entre tanta nieve cansa bastante”
Half-day guided tour linking Villarrica and Pucón with museum stops, craft market time, viewpoints, and hotel pickup and drop-off.
