Top Things to do in Pucon
What to do and see in Pucon, Araucania Region: The Best Nature & Parks
Deep in the Patagonian Andes, Pucon is a picture perfect town accessed by plane in summer or by a nine-hour drive or train ride from Santiago. A great base for adventure vacations, Pucon is crammed with visitors during summer months December, January and February. Watch molten magma ooze down Mount Villarrica, hop between hot and cold thermal pools at Termas Geometricas or take the reigns of Criollo horses to explore the Andes on horseback. For other expeditions, rent a car or mountain bike.
Restaurants in Pucon
1. Laguna Llancalil
2. Parque Kulatrayken
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
In the middle of an ancestral nature, with an exuberant forest, crystal water river, three waterfalls and a lagoon, "Külatrayken Park" is born, whose meaning in Mapudungun (Mapuche dialect) is "three waterfalls. Parque Külatrayken is a natural scenery that overwhelms us with its charm. A path through the forest invites you to hike towards three waterfalls, between native trees and copihue (emblematic Chilean flower). Listening to the peaceful murmur of the Quinchol river, between sounds of nature and aromas of ancestral lands. A journey through the senses, peace and contemplation that offers the visitors of all ages the beautiful experience of renewing their energies and inner peace.
3. Tres Saltos
4. Volcan Villarica
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,420 reviews
You can see the red magma (molten rock) at the top of this still active volcano.
Reviewed By bella_australiana - Valparaiso, Chile
An intriguing active volcano begging adventurers to climb it, ski all around it and toboggan your way back to the bottom. A fun day out for sure – just make sure you have quality gear to protect from the elements!
5. Termas Geometricas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,620 reviews
Twenty-one slate covered pools with hot and cold thermal water in Chile's lake district.
Reviewed By MariannakiG - Doha, Qatar
Amazing architecture and simplicity integrated completely with the most amazing nature! The almost 1.5h drive is totally worth it, just make sure you have enough time to relax and explore different springs and water temperatures. You only need your swim suit and flip flops, anything else you may need, towels, locker key etc they provide you there, while the facilities / changing rooms etc are very clean and tidy. The evening time would be also amazing! And if the weather is cloudy, event better!
6. Huerquehue National Park
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4.5 based on 1,439 reviews
Reviewed By SandA1434 - London, United Kingdom
2 nights in this place was one of the top highlights of our 3 week travels thro Patagonia Chile and Argentina. It's up there amongst the big boys for its beauty, tranquility and amazing scenery and treks.
7. Playa Pucon
8. Santuario el Cani
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4.5 based on 213 reviews
Si Es Posible, Incluyan Este Santuario De La Naturaleza, Es Un Lugar Soñado, Ideal Para La Gente Que Gusta Del Montañismo
Reviewed By minifenn - Worthing, United Kingdom
One of my favourite hikes I’ve done in South America. Very tough beginning, and you need to find an extra burst of energy to make it up to the mirador at the end, but it is a really beautiful trek. Bring insect repellent for the horse flies! The info booklet you get when you enter is also amazing and I wish every park gave one of the same quality.
9. Maichin Turismo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Specialised in horse riding in southern Chile. Trips from 1 day to 10 days.
10. Lago Villarrica
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 343 reviews
Reviewed By mjoaquinabarra
It's a really good place to visit, in summer you can swim in the lake , kayak , stand up paddle, jet ski, relaxing in the sand of the beach and drink beer in the restaurants in the shores of the lake. Also if you come to visit this place in winter you can relaxing in a canoe and enjoy the landscape. If you are on the lake you can see the and the mountains, the volcano behind you and the stores of the town.
