Activities

  • Parque Metreñehue

    Address:
    Km 10 Camino a Caburgua, Pucón .

    Within Parque Metreñehue itself there is so much to enjoy. The 4-hectare private park offers space to wander along our hidden trails through native forests and always with views of Villarrica volcano. The park has access to the Trancura River, an outdoor pool and a children’s play area. In addition, you can take part in a unique “forest therapy” activity (Shinrin-Yoku) within the park. This concept involves “bathing yourself in the forest”. It is a slow walk in the forest and river, which will allow you to reconnect with nature and is super beneficial for health and personal well-being.

    PUCÓN OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES E-BOOK

    HERE you can request our free e-book that details a selection of outdoor activities in the surroundings of Pucón.

  • Villarrica volcano

    Address:
    Volcán Villarrica, Panguipulli, Chile .

    Villarrica ( /ˌviːəˈriːkə/ VEE-ə-REE-kə) (Spanish: Volcán Villarrica, Mapudungun: Ruka Pillañ) is one of Chile's most active volcanoes, rising above the lake and town of the same name, 750 km (470 mi) south of Santiago. It is also known as Rucapillán, a Mapuche word meaning "great spirit's house". It is the westernmost of three large stratovolcanoes that trend NW-SW obliquely perpendicular to the Andean chain along the Mocha-Villarrica Fault Zone, along with Quetrupillán and the Chilean portion of Lanín, are protected within Villarrica National Park. Guided ascents are popular during summer months.

    Villarrica, with its lava of basaltic-andesitic composition, is one of a small number worldwide known to have an active (but in this case intermittent) lava lake within its crater. The volcano usually generates strombolian eruptions with ejection of incandescent pyroclasts and lava flows. Rainfall plus melted snow and glacier ice can cause massive lahars (mud and debris flows), such as during the eruptions of 1964 and 1971.

    Villarrica is one of 9 volcanoes currently monitored by the Deep Earth Carbon Degassing Project. The project is collecting data on the carbon dioxide and sulphur dioxide emission rates from subaerial volcanoes.

  • Indómito Hot Springs

    Address:
    S-907, Collentane, Pucón, Araucanía, Chile .

    3 thermal pools and 7 hot tubs to grant you the relaxation that you deserve. You can stay all day !

  • Huerquehue National Park

    Address:
    Parque Nacional Huerquehue, Pucón, Pucon, Chile .

    A great option for day hiking, Huerquehue National Park is an expansive, mountainous national park featuring hidden lakes and ancient forests. Just a short drive from Parque Metreñehue. 

  • Trancura River

    Address:
    Trancura River, Curarrehue, Chile .

    Trancura River (also known as Pucón River or Minetúe River) is a river located in the La Araucanía Region of Chile. Its headwaters drain the southeasternmost portion of Villarrica National Park, including the northwestern slope of Lanín volcano. The river flows initially to the north and from its junction with its main tributary, the Maichín River, the Trancura turns in a westerly direction until emptying into the Villarrica Lake, after having received the waters of Caburgua Lake through Carrileufú River. This latter river emerges at the Ojos del Caburgua and is fed by the Liucura River, which further has as a tributary the outflow stream of Tinquilco Lake.

    The town of Curarrehue is located near its confluence with the Maichín River.

    The river is used for rafting by tourism companies in Pucón.

  • Caburgua Lake

    Address:
    Lago Caburgua, Chile .

    Caburgua lake features beaches, nearby waterfalls & views of surrounding volcanic mountains and is just a short drive from the Parque Metreñehue.

  • El Cañi Reserve

    Address:
    Santuario El Cañi, Pucon, Chile .

    The main attractions are its majestic araucarias, numerous high-altitude lagoons and one of the most impressive 360 ° views in the area. The main trail "Mirador del Cañi" is 8 km. It is highly demanding but well worth it. 

  • Quimey-Co Hot Springs

    Address:
    Termas Quimey-Co, Pucón, Pucon, Chile .

    Nestled in a beautiful natural location on the banks of the Liucura River 30km from the center of Pucón on the way to Huife, Quimey-Co offers thermal pools with 100% natural waters rich in salts and minerals with temperatures ranging between 38 and 43 °. In Termas Quimey-co you can relax your body and mind with various massages and therapies. A great option for a half or full day in the hot springs near the Metreñehue Park.

  • Geometric Hot Springs

    Address:
    Termas Geometricas, Coñaripe, Panguipulli, Chile .

    The inspirational location of the Termas Geometricas makes it a favourite option for a full day excursion from Pucón. 

  • Ojos de Caburgua waterfalls

    Address:
    Ojos del Caburgua - Camino Internacional, Pucón, Pucon, Chile .

    Just a few minutes drive from Parque Metreñehue, Ojos de Caburgua offers a short, easy walking trail around the crystal clear waters. A must!

  • Pucón Beach

    Address:
    Playa Grande Pucón, Pucón, Pucon, Chile .

    The main beach at Pucón is a wonderful place to walk, breathe and sit to enjoy the views over the lake. 

  • La Poza viewpoint

    Address:
    Mirador La Poza, Pucon, Chile .

    Great views at sunset make this a perfect place for an evening stroll.

  • Villarrica City

    Address:
    Villarrica, Chile .

    The long coastal walk offers amazing views of the Villarrica volcano and over the lake of the same name. Stop there on your way to Pucón and to the Parque Metreñehue.