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Hiking in Villarrica National Park + Pichillancahue Glacier |
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Today we leave Pucón and head south throughout the 7 lakes route. We'll drive 2 hours and visit a wonderful thermal complex located in the environs of the Villarrica National Park. We'll see several majestic snow-capped volcanoes such as Quetrupillan and Rucapillan. The vegetation changes from Nothofagus alpina and Nothofagus oblicua forests to Araucaria araucana as we ascend to Chinay, the highest point of the day at 1.250 m. After approximately 2 hours of hiking, we'll arrive at the Pichi Llancahue Glacier trail, where we'll take a good break and grab a bite of your on-route snack. Later we'll hike the trail that leads to a phenomenal glacier which is absolutely covered by the volcanic ashes of the Villarrica volcano. Once again you'll enjoy the stunning views of four volcanoes. Back to the main road we'll hike down through the forest. After an almost 7-hour hike, we will reward our physical effort by visiting the Geometricas Hot Springs. |
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... This place offers the perfect combination between thermal facilities and natural surroundings. Located in the environs of the park, Termas Geometricas has 16 strategically located thermal pools, allowing the visitors to never feel overcrowded. The natural surroundings are exuberant and the facilities are simple but very cozy.
Finally we get in the minibus and return to the hotel or meeting point. While driving down the road we'll have a wonderful view of Calafquén Lake, which is situated on the eastern border of Coñaripe, a town that was totally destroyed by the 1964 eruption of the Villarrica volcano (Rucapillan). Return to Pucón; Drop off at your desired location |
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| Meet up location: I will meet you at your hotel/hostal |
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| End location: I will drive you back to your hotel/hostal |
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| Duration: 1 day |
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| 14000 Chilean Pesos - Entrance fee at Geometricas Hot Springs |
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Duration: Full Day (6 hour hiking + 1 hour at hot springs + 3 hour driving)
Difficulty: Medium/High, intended for active people who are comfortable participating in up to [7] hours of physical activity per day.
Available from: October to April
Including: specialized guide, private transportation and all activities according to the itinerary
Not Including: tips and entrance fee to hot springs
Activities included: Guided hikes including natural interpretation and focus on the history, volcanology and the native flora and fauna of the park; hot springs. |
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| Tour #: 2990 |
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| Tour Type: Nature & Wildlife, Hiking & Walking |
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| Activity Level: Moderate |
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 Friendly: No. |
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| Kid Friendly: Yes. Children must be at least 8 years old. |
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| Language(s): English (advanced), French (basic), Portuguese (conversational), Spanish (fluent) explanation |
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| Maximum travelers: 10 |
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