Adventure Without Limits

In the heart of the Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park is Petrohué, the destination that welcomes visitors seeking to explore the wonders of this national park. It is located on the shores of Lake Todos los Santos, 60 km from Puerto Varas in the Los Lagos Region. The geography of Petrohué is a visual delight that defies the limits of adventure.

Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park at a Glance

A Tour of Multiple Emotions

Petrohué is the starting point for an exciting journey that attracts adventurers and explorers of natural wonders. This small corner becomes the perfect setting for activities such as trekking, zip-lining, rock climbing, rappelling and kayaking. A destination without limits, where the virgin nature of the Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park dazzles with the presence of imposing volcanoes, centennial forests, native fauna and magnificent waterfalls.

Visitors arriving at Petrohué have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a tour of multiple emotions, where trekking reveals the secrets of biodiversity and the wooded environment of alerces, ferns and coihues. The adrenaline is unleashed with zip lines, rock climbing and rappelling that take explorers to rocky peaks with panoramic views of the lake and waterfalls that characterize the region. The journey culminates with a unique experience: paddling against the current of the Petrohué River in a kayak, navigating to the mouth of Lake Todos los Santos, fed by tributaries such as the Peulla River and others.

Among Volcanoes

In terms of geomorphology, the park lies in a region shaped by volcanic activity, tectonic processes and glaciers. On the border with Argentina, Lake Todos los Santos dazzles with its emerald green waters surrounded by three iconic volcanoes: Osorno, Puntiagudo and Tronador, which accompany travelers revealing the natural wealth of lush temperate forests. From the Cayutué lagoon with its humid gallery forest to the variety of animals that includes pumas, pudúes, foxes, monitos del monte and native birds, the park is a natural sanctuary.

Trails in the Park

The Petrohué River, known for its waterfalls, meanders through this natural environment, offering a network of trails that go deep into the native forests. For recreational activities, options such as the Petrohué River Falls Trail, Los Enamorados, Laguna Verde and Velo de la Novia stand out. Each offers a unique experience, from short walks to more extensive routes with breathtaking views. Excursions lead to more remote places, such as the Paso Desolación Trail on the eastern slopes of the Osorno Volcano, which covers 12 km with panoramic views of the Tronador Volcano and Lake Todos los Santos.

This privileged and well-preserved corner captivates not only nature lovers, but also those looking for a different experience to enjoy their holidays in the magical setting of the Andes.

How to Get There

From Puerto Varas, take Route 225 and travel 64 kilometers to Petrohué.

Tips

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes and carry few personal belongings, as the various trials require skill and, of course, attention, which sometimes is lost if we have to care for personal objects.