Tours and Activities:

Adventure Travel Circuits

Sport fishing trips and horseback riding remain a great way to connect with nature, admiring its forests, rivers, and crystal-clear lakes.

Several land circuits ideal for those who enjoy outdoor activities originate in Puerto Octay. Nature offers a diverse range of landscapes that are suitable for both short walks and extended excursions.

The trails appear as soon as you leave the center and lead to places of remarkable beauty. The walks pass through ancient pine forests and extensive evergreen meadows, allowing each individual to choose their own pace. You can explore the larch forest, Los Arenales hill,a natural viewpoint from which to admire other neighboring lakes. You can also take the classic tour around Lake Llanquihuecontinue to Lake Todos los Santos, surrounded by imposing hills and native vegetation.

In our case, we wanted to embark on a guided trip to try our luck at catching some good trout in the corners of Llanquihue. We organized the trip and sailed to the ports of Fonck and Klocker, and then to Las Cascadas, with excellent results. During the tour, we were also invited to learn about other types of sport fishing, so we visited the Gaviotas River and Los Quetros Lagoon, both renowned for their rainbow and brown trout. These areas have specific regulations, so it was necessary to use appropriate rods, permits, and lures.

On another excursion, we visited the natural hot springs near Lake Rupanco, ideal for relaxing the body after intense hikes. Surrounded by a privileged environment, the hot springs can be enjoyed with the Puntiagudo and Osorno volcanoes as a back.

During all our excursions with local people, we were able to identify the fauna and flora of the various natural environments. Some tracks revealed the presence of mammals that are difficult to see, while we were able to observe various birds such as the chucao, the hummingbird, and the kingfisher, especially in the undergrowth and in wet areas. When the guide indicated, we remained silent and used binoculars to distinguish each species.

With its great environmental diversity, the area around Puerto Octay offers sports and recreational experiences for all tastes, always outdoors and in settings as splendid as they are authentic.

Contact

Municipio de Puerto Octay - Dep.Turismo

Pedro Montt 378, (5370000) , Puerto Octay, X Región de los Lagos
Tel: +56 64-2391860

See also: Hotels in Puerto Octay and other accommodation venues