Title: Southern Chile Travel Guide: Best of Southern Chile, Chile Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk

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# Southern Chile Travel Guide

## Tourist Guide

![Lake Villarrica featuring landscape views, flowers and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101284/f56a6c58-fe14-400e-af3b-0c5b59534ba8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Lake Villarrica featuring landscape views, flowers and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101284/f56a6c58-fe14-400e-af3b-0c5b59534ba8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Ojos del Caburga featuring rainforest and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6329770/19601471-899d-43b2-b598-487afdb7914c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Southern Chile](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6236446/72c3c7a5-ddd2-445f-9922-42c80234201d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Southern Chile](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053660/d8866542-e264-4725-a710-58b835aae758.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Southern Chile

Things to do

#### Explore dreamlike landscapes of untamed wilderness and crystalline waters at the very southern tip of the Americas.

Chile’s south is a complete contradiction of the country’s arid, sun-scorched north. Lush vegetation, lakes and waterfalls give way to glacial fjords and barren seascapes. Conquer mountains and kayak on the lakes of Los Lagos and find excellent fly fishing spots on the Baker River.

Overlooked by the Calbuco Volcano, the bustling port city of [Puerto Montt](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Montt.d6053664.Holidays-City-Breaks) is known for its fresh fish and open-air markets. The city serves as a gateway to the surrounding region. Join a local cruise to the Aysén and Magallanes fjords to the south and explore national parks with hot springs set amid the fjords and forests.

International cruise ships and ferries also stop here on their way to and from the archipelago of Chiloé, famed for its warm hospitality and colourful houses on stilts, known as “palafitos.” These houses, along with the islands’ historic wooden churches, have become a symbol of the region. Kayak to the Chauques Islands, part of the archipelago, where you can attend festivities and learn about local myths and legends.

From Puerto Montt, take the scenic road going south. The 770-mile (1,240-kilometre) Carretera Austral route eventually takes you to Villa O’Higgins, a small, isolated town first settled by the English. Along the route, stop and enjoy the turquoise waters of Lake General Carrera, one of the largest lakes in the Americas. Kayak through ancient tunnels and caves carved out of the rock by the water. Sail along the fjords to the San Rafael Lagoon and its glacier.

At the very south of the country, the town of [Punto Arenas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Punta-Arenas.d2904.Holidays-City-Breaks) makes an ideal starting point for adventures in wild Southern Patagonia. This region offers serenity, natural beauty and views in which the horizons seem to stretch out endlessly. Adventure seekers can try their hand atall kinds of activities here, including mountaineering, climbing, cycling, horseback ridingand whale watching. End your trip by watching an awe-inspiring sunset or sunrise at the region’s star attraction, the [Torres del Paine National Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torres-Del-Paine-National-Park-Ultima-Esperanza-Province.d6101516.Attraction).

To access Southern Chile, fly into El Tepual International Airport in Puerto Montt or Presidente Carlos Ibáñez International Airport in Punta Arenas from other Chilean cities. Cruises are another popular option for getting here.

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- Top hotels in Southern Chile
- Top Holiday Rentals in Southern Chile

![Radisson Hotel Puerto Varas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/444700/444619/8a04acf3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Radisson Hotel Puerto Varas

Del Salvador 024 Puerto Varas Los Lagos

£127

3 Mar - 4 Mar

Stay at this spa hotel in Puerto Varas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...

9/10 Wonderful! (552 reviews)

Excellent location very good place with good restaurants very clean People are very pleasant attempted is next the place that we use to cross the lakes Highly recommend this place

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

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![Hotel Cabaña del Lago Puerto Varas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/440000/430100/430032/90e1fae2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Cabaña del Lago Puerto Varas

Luis Wellmann 195 Puerto Varas Los Lagos

£135

9 Mar - 10 Mar

Stay at this spa hotel in Puerto Varas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (896 reviews)

Good staff and Beautiful view

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

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Diego De Almagro Valdivia Hotel

Arturo Prat 433 Valdivia Los Lagos

£81

1 Mar - 2 Mar

Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Valdivia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Casino Mundo Dreams and Costanera Arturo ...

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HOTEL EL DORADO

Barros Arana Concepción Bío Bío

Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Concepción. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Plaza de la Independencia and ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (62 reviews)

Dirty, no air conditioner, too noisy second floor, horrible steet view. Of course is ok if you need to save money.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

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![Cabañas Ensenada Bosque Nativo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10570000/10562800/10562744/9426f34d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Cabañas Ensenada Bosque Nativo

Route 695, Km 42 Puerto Varas Los Lagos

Stay at this cabin in Puerto Varas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attraction Green Lagoon is located nearby.

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Calma Cabins

Ruta U-55-V Puerto Octay Los Lagos

Stay at this cabin in Puerto Octay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a private beach and daily housekeeping. Popular attraction Waterfalls is located nearby.

10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)

The Cabin and settings were amazing. The night stars were most extraordinary!!

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

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### Popular places to visit

![Puerto Varas Plaza de Armas showing a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6274994/b969588d-dd99-4597-b878-06a75d5173ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Puerto Varas Plaza de Armas

Enjoy the serene ambiance or attend a concert or social event amid the trees and flowers in the town’s central plaza.

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Varas-Plaza-De-Armas-Puerto-Varas.d6274994.Attraction)

![Petrohue Falls showing a river or creek and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101380/7a2e76cb-568e-47d8-96ea-2cd9d2185cfe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Petrohue Falls

Rushing water cascades over volcanic rock at this stunning natural site in Chile’s oldest national park.

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![Caption---- fog over Todos Los Santos Lake, Puerto Varas, Los Lagos region, Chile](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101321/c31f250c-5c87-43ba-a1cf-4b19d0ca4d6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Lake Todos los Santos

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Todos los Santos during your travels in Puerto Varas. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. 

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![Ojos del Caburga showing a cascade, rainforest and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6329770/929049e0-d5fa-4bdd-a8cd-8b939c32b27b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Ojos del Caburga

Walk through tropical trees and bushes to find this photogenic trio of waterfalls, which rush through the forest into a lagoon.

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Ojos-Del-Caburga-Villarrica.d6329770.Attraction)

![Los Pozones Hot Springs showing a hot spring and forest scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101300/495367ce-26eb-4663-ae69-a0736239ec40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Los Pozones Hot Springs

Experience the joys of nature at these thermal baths above a flowing river. Later, have some drinks under the starry sky.

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Los-Pozones-Hot-Springs-Pucon.d6101300.Attraction)

![Lake Villarrica featuring a lake or waterhole, mountains and forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101284/1ac543cd-91a9-4e80-8dc0-aaecada22fa9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Lake Villarrica

A year-round destination, this gorgeous lake offers water-based fun in summer and ski trips on the nearby slopes in winter.

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Villarrica-Araucania-Region.d6101284.Attraction)

## Cities near Southern Chile

![urban street , armas square Concepcion Chile](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/790/4e082a2e-c448-4421-bcf6-7677ad141ac7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Concepción

![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4157/6e36bf65-6ab1-4350-8b66-269eaf4ab55e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Valdivia

![Laguna Verde at Conguillio N.P. (Chile) - panorama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4165/9bbb1d38-4aac-4174-be0b-671340b485a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Temuco

![Osorno volcano as seen from the #NationalPark Vincente Perez Rosalez. First sunny day after many rainy cloudy days, it was worth waiting.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181008/e4c2807d-7c35-41b2-b4dc-5ce673b4df3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Peulla

- Cities near Southern Chile
- Places of interest

[Concepción](https://expedia.co.uk/Concepcion.dx790)[Valdivia](https://expedia.co.uk/Valdivia.dx4157)[Temuco](https://expedia.co.uk/Temuco.dx4165)[Peulla](https://expedia.co.uk/Peulla.dx180425)[Pucón](https://expedia.co.uk/Pucon.dx500223)[Villa La Angostura](https://expedia.co.uk/Villa-La-Angostura.dx6035429)[Villarrica](https://expedia.co.uk/Villarrica.dx6053661)[Puerto Montt](https://expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Montt.dx6053664)[Panguipulli](https://expedia.co.uk/Panguipulli.dx6085077)[Frutillar](https://expedia.co.uk/Frutillar.dx6130149)[El Bolson](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Bolson.dx6142310)[Chillan](https://expedia.co.uk/Chillan.dx6172642)[Angol](https://expedia.co.uk/Angol.dx6203855)[Lebu](https://expedia.co.uk/Lebu.dx6252686)[Chinquio](https://expedia.co.uk/Chinquio.dx6324302)[Curarrehue](https://expedia.co.uk/Curarrehue.dx6324366)[Llanquihue](https://expedia.co.uk/Llanquihue.dx6324430)

- [Nevados de Chillan Ski Resort ](https://expedia.co.uk/Nevados-De-Chillan-Ski-Resort-Pinto.d6319536.Attraction)
- [Petrohue Falls ](https://expedia.co.uk/Petrohue-Falls-Puerto-Varas.d6101380.Attraction)
- [Los Pozones Hot Springs ](https://expedia.co.uk/Los-Pozones-Hot-Springs-Pucon.d6101300.Attraction)
- [Nevados de Chillan ](https://expedia.co.uk/Nevados-De-Chillan-Nuble-Region.d6101210.Attraction)
- [Villarrica National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Villarrica-National-Park-Chile.d6101292.Attraction)

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