Family Exploration: Lakes, Volcanoes & Glaciers

Family Exploration: Lakes, Volcanoes & Glaciers

HIGHLIGHTS

Santiago de Chile - Puerto Montt - Puerto Varas - Puerto Natales

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HIGHLIGHTS

Santiago de Chile - Puerto Montt - Puerto Varas - Puerto Natales

days 9
  • Family journey designed for teens & parents combining adventure, nature, and light trekking
  • Explore Chile’s Lake District with volcanoes, waterfalls, lakes, and outdoor activities
  • Discover Patagonia through bike tours, scenic hikes, and immersive wildlife experiences
  • Iconic Torres del Paine viewpoints and Grey Glacier navigation for an unforgettable shared adventure
  • Balance between active exploration, cultural stops, and free time for family flexibility

This family-oriented journey is designed for parents traveling with teenagers who enjoy nature and active experiences. Start in Santiago and continue to the Lake District, with volcanoes, lakes, and outdoor exploration around Puerto Varas. Head south to Patagonia and the gateway of Puerto Natales for biking, trekking, and glacier navigation. Discover the iconic landscapes of Torres del Paine National Park in a way that is engaging but accessible. A complete Chile experience combining adventure, nature, and shared family discovery.

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Day 1

Bienvenido a Chile! - Santiago de Chile

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  • Transfer Santiago de Chile Airport / Santiago de Chile Hotel

Upon arrival to Santiago de Chile airport, you will be transferred to your hotel.

 

  • Half-Day City Tour & San Cristobal Hill

At the agreed time, we will pick you up at your hotel to visit the historic center of the city. We will visit the Plaza de la Constitución where the “La Moneda” palace, the current seat of government, is located. We continue on foot to the Plaza de Armas, surrounded by the Metropolitan Cathedral, the palace of the Royal Audience, the Central Post Office and other buildings of historical interest as well as the Central Market. From there we continue by vehicle to San Cristobal Hill where we take the cable car (or ecological bus or funicular) to the summit to appreciate a wonderful panoramic view of the entire city.

At the end of the tour, we will return to your hotel.

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Day 2

Travel south to Puerto Varas

Puerto Varas with Osorno Volcano in the background

 

  • Transfer Santiago de Chile Hotel / Santiago de Chile Airport

At the appropriate time, you will be transferred from your hotel to the international airport to take your flight. ¡Buen Viaje!

 

  • Transfer Puerto Montt / Puerto Varas

At the specified time, you will be transferred to Puerto Varas.

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Puerto Varas with Osorno Volcano in the background
Day 3

Trekking & Boat Navigation - Puerto Varas

Looking at Osorno Volcano in the distance

 

  • Full-Day Osorno Volcano & Petrohue Falls

Today, we will pick you up from your hotel to head towards Osorno Volcano, on the shores of Lake Llanquihue. We will enjoy a breathtaking landscape featuring the Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes until we reach Ensenada, where we will begin our ascent to the Osorno Ski and Mountain Center, located at 1,240 meters above sea level. We will stay there for about an hour to appreciate the unique view of the volcano’s summit with its eternal snow glaciers, the Calbuco volcano, Lake Llanquihue, and the Pacific Ocean.

Afterward, we will head to Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, following a road along Lake Llanquihue, enjoying the scenery and the magnificent view of the Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes until we reach Petrohué, located near Lake Todos los Santos. Here, we can take a gentle walk surrounded by evergreen forests, the Osorno volcano, and the beautiful turquoise color of the Petrohué River. By paying an entrance fee to the National Park, we can visit one of the most beautiful places in the country, the Petrohué Falls, where the river leaps over large masses of crystallized lava, immune to erosion for centuries, formed by smaller stones bonded by a glassy material that reflects the light.

From there, we will continue about 5 km, skirting the slopes of the Osorno Volcano and Petrohué, following the river until we reach Lake Todos los Santos. Here, you can board a boat that will take you on a 40-minute cruise on Lake Todos los Santos or Esmeralda, surrounded by evergreen forests, mountains, and the grandeur of the volcanoes, creating a simply spectacular natural setting.

At the end of the tour, we will take you back to your hotel.

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Looking at Osorno Volcano in the distance
Day 4

Time to Explore Puerto Varas

Frutillar - Puerto Varas

 

  • Half-Day Llanquihue, Frutillar and Puerto Octay

Today we suggest exploring the charming landscapes of Lake Llanquihue and discovering the cultural essence of southern Chile.

The journey begins in the picturesque town of Llanquihue and continues to Frutillar, a village with a Bavarian soul that captivates with its old houses, colorful gardens, and spectacular views of the Osorno and Puntiagudo volcanoes. There, you can enjoy its unique atmosphere, visit the German Colonial Museum, or admire the impressive Teatro del Lago.

The excursion ends in Puerto Octay, a historic town on the lake’s shore, where its streets and main square invite you to relive the history of the area’s settlers.

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Frutillar - Puerto Varas
Day 5

Continue your Family trip in Puerto Natales

Puerto Natales Bike city tour.

 

  • Transfer Puerto Varas Hotel / Puerto Montt Airport

At the appropriate time, you will be picked up from your hotel and will be driven to Puerto Montt Airport.

 

  • Transfer Puerto Natales Airport / Puerto Natales Hotel

Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel.

 

  • Half-Day Bike City Tour Puerto Natales

Today we will pick you up from your hotel and head to the Patagonia Planet office, where you will receive your bicycle and the necessary equipment before beginning the adventure. After a brief instruction from the guide, you will start cycling through the streets of Puerto Natales, discovering its history and most iconic spots.

The tour includes visits to various monuments, streets, and avenues, as well as the waterfront, the main viewpoints, the pioneer houses, the Etherh Aike handicraft village, the Plaza de los Cuatro Pueblos, the Braun & Blanchard Pier, the mural of indigenous peoples, and the Arturo Prat Main Square.

An ideal tour to enjoy local culture and the city’s landscapes in an active and entertaining way.

The tour will conclude at the office and you will then be transferred back to your hotel.

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Puerto Natales Bike city tour.
Day 6

Explore the Torres del Paine National Park - Puerto Natales

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  • Full-Day Torres del Paine and Condor Viewpoint

The excursion begins with pick-up from your accommodation to start the journey to Torres del Paine National Park. Along the way, you will travel through the iconic landscapes of Patagonia, with views of vast steppes, lagoons, and mountain ranges.

Upon entering the park, several stops will be made at its most renowned viewpoints and scenic attractions, including Sarmiento Lake, Amarga Lagoon, Nordenskjöld Viewpoint, Salto Grande, Pehoé Lake, and the Grey Lake area, where you will have the opportunity to observe icebergs calved from Grey Glacier and enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding scenery.

The excursion includes lunch, providing a pleasant break in a privileged natural setting before continuing the tour.
One of the highlights of the day is the hike to Condor Viewpoint, a moderate trail offering one of the most impressive panoramic views in the park. The round-trip hike takes approximately 2 hours and reaches an elevation of around 350 meters. From the summit, you will enjoy outstanding views of Pehoé Lake, the Cuernos del Paine, the Paine Massif, and many of the landscapes that have made Torres del Paine one of the world’s most celebrated natural destinations.

Throughout the excursion, your guide will share information about the park’s history, geology, flora, and fauna, enriching the experience with fascinating insights into Patagonia and its ecosystems.

At the end of the activities, you will return to Puerto Natales, with arrival expected in the afternoon.

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Day 7

Lago Grey Navigation - Puerto Natales

Grey Glacier in Torres del Paine National Park

 

  • Full-Day Grey Glacier Navigation

We will pick you up from your hotel in Puerto Natales and head to Torres del Paine National Park. We will arrive at Hotel Lago Grey one hour before departure and check in at the main desk.

To reach the boarding area, we will need to walk for 35-40 minutes (1.5 km) from the parking area located on the banks of the Pingo River. We will cross a bridge, walk through a lenga forest, and then continue across Grey Beach to board the catamaran. Shortly after, we will begin the navigation to Grey Glacier aboard the Grey III catamaran, enjoying the scenery of floating icebergs, lush vegetation, and mountains. The boat will approach the different faces of the glacier, allowing us to observe its nearly 6 km width and 20-30 meters height.

After the activity, we will take the same return path to the parking area, where the vehicle will be waiting to take us back to Natales.

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Grey Glacier in Torres del Paine National Park
Day 8

Enjoy your Free Day - Puerto Natales

Balmaceda and Serrano navigation

 

  • Day at leisure in Puerto Natales

Today, you will have a day at leisure to keep discovering Puerto Natales.

You may go for a walk at the shores of Last Hope Sound, explore the little and picturesque town by bike or even book an optional tour for today.

One of our favourite tours is the Balmaceda and Serrano Navigation, in which you will sail the fjords and discover the natural wonders of the Bernardo O’Higgins National Park. This is a full-day trip that allows you to stay in contact with nature while also showcasing one of the most awe-inspiring landscapes of Chilean Patagonia.

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Balmaceda and Serrano navigation
Day 9

End of your family Journey through Chilean Patagonia

Punta Arenas - Landscape - Penguins

 

  • Transfer Puerto Natales Hotel / Punta Arenas Hotel

At the specified time, you will be transferred to the Punta Arenas Hotel.

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Prices per person
Accomodation INN & B&B
From
2915
Accomodation Comfort
From
3225
Accomodation Superior
From
3585
Accomodation Luxury
pricing
  • Prices in US Dollars.
  • Valid until April 2027 (ask for prices at Christmas and New Year).
  • Prices are per person, based on 2 people in double occupancy. Single rates are available on request.
  • Flights are not included in the price but can be arranged on request.

 

  • Family Trips: Prices are per person, based on 4 people traveling together in double occupancy. Single rates are available on request. Teen and child rates may apply depending on your custom itinerary and the selected hotel category; please request a quote from your travel advisor.
included
  • 1 Night in Santiago de Chile
  • 3 Nights in Puerto Varas
  • 4 Nights in Puerto Natales
  • Transfers & Meals mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Tours described in the itinerary.
  • Bilingual guides (English/Spanish) when mentioned in the itinerary.
not included
  • Fees & Mandatory Documentation (For more information click HERE).Except when mentioned in the itinerary.
  • International or Domestic Flights (quoted separated if requested).
  • Travel / Medical Insurance – To get a free quotation please follow this link: Travel Insurance.
  • Tips: For more information click HERE.
  • Hotels, transfers, tours and other services not described in the itinerary.

 

Flights needed for this itinerary

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ESTIMATED COST FOR THE FLIGHTS ON THIS TRIP: Local flights cost from $200 per person per segment. We offer special rates on flights for this tailor-made itinerary.

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