Climb Villarrica Volcano
Villarrica National Park 10 hrs
Embark on a challenging guided ascent to the crater of an active volcano.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
Spanish and Mapudungun
Local currency
CLP
(CLP)
Local time
(GMT-3)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Pucon Town Center
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
10% expected in restaurants
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
70 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Trucha a la Plancha
Cordero al Palo
Empanadas
Sopaipillas
When to visit Pucon
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: January, February
Busiest: Dec-Feb
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Jan90
Warm & sunny
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Feb90
Warm & sunny
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Mar75
Mild, less crowds
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Apr60
Autumn colors
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May40
Cooler, rainy
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Jun30
Cold, some snow
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Jul30
Cold, ski season
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Aug40
Cold, ski season
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Sept60
Spring blooms
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Oct70
Mild, green
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Nov80
Pleasant, warming
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Dec85
Summer begins
Things to do in Pucon
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
3 places
Rafting on Trancura River
Trancura River 3.5 hrs
Experience thrilling white-water rafting on the scenic Trancura River.
Explore Huerquehue National Park
Huerquehue 5 hrs
Hike through ancient araucaria forests to discover pristine mountain lakes.
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Visit Ojos del Caburgua
Caburgua 2.5 hrs
Discover stunning blue waterfalls and lagoons hidden in the forest.
Best in the evening
1 place
Savor Local Cuisine
Pucon Town Center 1.5 hrs
Indulge in fresh lake trout, traditional Chilean empanadas, and hearty stews.
Any time of day
2 places
Relax at Termas Geometricas
Coñaripe 4 hrs
Bathe in natural hot springs connected by unique geometric wooden walkways.
Walk along Lake Villarrica
Pucon Town Center 1.5 hrs
Enjoy scenic strolls, relax on the black sand beach, or rent a kayak.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Pucon
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
Villarrica Volcano Ascent - Zenit
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Standard tour
Full Day Excursion Tour to Quetrupillán Volcano
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Activity tour
3-Hour Rafting Experience in Pucon
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Standard tour
Geometric Hot Springs from Pucon
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Standard tour
Full Day Private Tour Ascending Sollipulli Volcano
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Standard tour
Terra Volcano Pucon - Climbing Volcano Villarrica
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Multi day tour
2-Day Expedition Ascent to Lanin Volcano
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Unstructured tour
Private Transfer Pucon Thermal Resorts to Temuco Airport (ZCO)
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Practical ratings
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Near Pucon
Straight-line distance from the centre of Pucon.
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