Things to do in Araucanía Region

Activities, attractions and tours

La Poza showing a lake or waterhole, mountains and forests
La Poza showing a lake or waterhole, mountains and forests
Los Pozones Hot Springs which includes a river or creek and forest scenes
La Poza showing a lake or waterhole
Lake Villarrica showing mountains and a lake or waterhole as well as an individual male
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1. Lake Villarrica

Lake Villarrica is a vast body of water stretching more than 15 miles (24 kilometers) across offering beaches, water activities and picturesque vistas. A string of quaint Chilean towns dot the lake’s shores, all great vantage points from which to admire the snow-capped volcano of the same name. Get involved in exhilarating watersports and swim in the pleasantly warm water.
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Lake Villarrica showing mountains, a lake or waterhole and forest scenes

2. Ojos del Caburga

The Ojos del Caburgua is a group of three spectacular waterfalls that flow into a pool of turquoise water. These small torrents of water are surrounded by dense forest providing wonderful photo opportunities. Explore this stunning natural environment and swim in cool water below the falls.
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Ojos del Caburga featuring rainforest, a waterfall and a lake or waterhole

3. Los Pozones Hot Springs

Los Pozones Hot Springs is home to six stone pools of different depths and varying temperatures. Surrounded by forests and a rushing river, the pools are set amid gorgeous natural scenery. Relax in the warm water and stay until evening to sip wine beneath the night sky.
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Los Pozones Hot Springs showing forests and a hot spring

4. Villarrica National Park

Visit Villarrica National Park in southern Chile in summer to go walking, mountain bike riding or bird watching in the shadows of mighty volcanoes. In winter, skiing, snowboarding and snow trekking are great ways to enjoy the epic views from its volcanoes.
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Villarrica National Park showing tranquil scenes, snow and mountains

5. La Poza

La Poza is a scenic woodland park overlooking Lake Villarrica. With a myriad camping sites and facilities including hot water, lockers and cooking utensils, the park makes an excellent place for a nature excursion. Marvel at the spectacular and varied panoramas, which encompass vast lake vistas and views of a snow-capped mountain.
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La Poza showing a lake or waterhole, mountains and forests

What to do in Araucanía Region

Popular places to visit

Lake Villarrica showing mountains, a lake or waterhole and forest scenes

Lake Villarrica

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

Lake Villarrica
Ojos del Caburga featuring rainforest, a waterfall and a lake or waterhole

Ojos del Caburga

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

Ojos del Caburga
Los Pozones Hot Springs showing forests and a hot spring

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.

Los Pozones Hot Springs
Sunset at Villarrica Lake, Lake District, Chile

Pucon Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Pucon Beach during your travels in Pucón? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Pucon Beach
La Poza featuring a lake or waterhole, mountains and forest scenes

La Poza

Sleep under the stars in a tent at this picturesque campground, which offers enticing lake and mountains views.

La Poza
Huerquehue National Park which includes a lake or waterhole, landscape views and tranquil scenes

Huerquehue National Park

Hike the popular Los Lagos trail to scenic mountain lakes, gaze up at mighty volcanoes and enjoy the fresh mountain air of the Andean foothills.

Huerquehue National Park
Snow covered Volcano Villarica, Chile

Villarrica Volcanic Caves

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Villarrica Volcanic Caves during your travels in Pucón. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Villarrica Volcanic Caves

Temuco Shopping Mall

During your visit to Temuco, you can enjoy retail therapy at Temuco Shopping Mall. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Temuco Shopping Mall

Parque Nacional Conguillío

You can find out about the history of Melipeuco with a stop at Parque Nacional Conguillío. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Parque Nacional Conguillío
Laguna Verde at Conguillio N.P. (Chile) - panorama

Temuco

La Poza showing a lake or waterhole, mountains and forests

Villarrica

Con 33°C bañarse en el río es lo mejor.

Caburgua

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