Nov–Mar usually brings together more balanced temperatures and conditions to cover the stages of this trip in comfort.
CHILE · ADVENTURE + NATURE
CHILE — CARRETERA AUSTRAL
Carretera Austral between forests, mountains and rivers.
DURATION16 days
BEST TIMENov–Mar
EXPERIENCEAdventure + Nature
COUNTRYChile
THE JOURNEY
Route map
Carretera Austral (Ruta 7): Puerto Montt → Villa O’Higgins
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FEATURED
Key highlights
1Landscapes of Puerto Montt
2Experiences in Villa O’Higgins
3Nature of Villa O’Higgins
4Lookouts and photography
5Local culture
6Rhythm and identity of the destination
Carretera Austral between forests, mountains and rivers. The combination of Puerto Montt and Villa O’Higgins gives the itinerary an identity that does not depend on a single postcard.
SEASONALITY
When to go
A STARTING POINT
Suggested base itinerary
DAY 1
Arrival in Puerto Montt
First hours in Puerto Montt for nature, photography and panoramic points of Puerto Montt and adapting to the local rhythm.
DAY 2
Puerto Montt — local experience
The day in Puerto Montt combines trails, viewpoints and landscapes of Puerto Montt.
DAY 3
Puerto Montt in depth
The stay in Puerto Montt continues with exploration of the natural formations and scenery of Puerto Montt.
DAY 4
Puerto Montt — full day
Day in Puerto Montt for nature, photography and scenic spots in Puerto Montt.
DAY 5
Puerto Montt — landscapes and culture
Puerto Montt gets a full day for trails, viewpoints and landscapes of Puerto Montt.
DAY 6
Puerto Montt — selected experiences
More time in Puerto Montt, now exploring the natural formations and scenery of Puerto Montt.
DAY 7
Puerto Montt — local experience
The day in Puerto Montt combines nature, photography and panoramic points of Puerto Montt.
DAY 8
Puerto Montt in depth
The stay in Puerto Montt continues with trails, viewpoints and landscapes of Puerto Montt.
DAY 9
Puerto Montt → Villa O’Higgins
The route between Puerto Montt and Villa O’Higgins changes the scene of the trip; upon arrival, you will find trails, viewpoints and landscapes of Villa O’Higgins.
DAY 10
Villa O’Higgins in depth
The stay at Villa O’Higgins continues with exploration of the natural formations and scenery of Villa O’Higgins.
DAY 11
Villa O’Higgins — full day
Day at Villa O’Higgins for nature, photography and scenic spots at Villa O’Higgins.
DAY 12
Villa O’Higgins — landscapes and culture
Villa O’Higgins gets a full day for trails, viewpoints and landscapes of Villa O’Higgins.
DAY 13
Villa O’Higgins — selected experiences
More time in Villa O’Higgins, now exploring the natural formations and scenery of Villa O’Higgins.
DAY 14
Villa O’Higgins — local experience
The day at Villa O’Higgins combines nature, photography and panoramic points of Villa O’Higgins.
DAY 15
Villa O’Higgins in depth
The stay at Villa O’Higgins continues with trails, viewpoints and landscapes of Villa O’Higgins.
DAY 16
Villa O’Higgins — full day
Day in Villa O’Higgins to explore the natural formations and scenery of Villa O’Higgins.
THE EXPERIENCE
The spirit of the journey
Active exploration, challenge and intense contact with the territory. The sequence between Puerto Montt and Villa O’Higgins gives concrete form to this proposal.
YOUR WAY
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