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Huerquehue Lakes and Araucaria Trek

Ancient monkey-puzzle forests, waterfalls and mountain lagoons

Duration
8 h
Difficulty
Moderate
Group size
1–12
Minimum age
10
Cancellation
Flexible
Meeting point
Pucón, Chile
Operated by
Fumarola Sur Aventura

Overview

Huerquehue National Park protects forests of araucaria trees, some over a thousand years old. The Los Lagos trail climbs past two waterfalls and a viewpoint over Lake Tinquilco, then levels out among a cluster of glassy lagoons reflecting the araucarias.

Your guide explains the forest's ecology and the importance of the pehuén tree to the Mapuche people. Finish the day with an optional soak in nearby hot springs.

Highlights

  • Thousand-year-old araucaria forests
  • Nido de Águila and Trufulfruful waterfalls
  • Chico, Toro and Verde lagoons
  • Optional hot springs

Included

  • Transport from Pucón
  • Naturalist guide
  • Packed lunch

Not included

  • Park entrance
  • Hot springs fee
  • Tips

Before you go

14 km round trip with 700 m of ascent.

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