Southern volcanoes of Chile 9-day splitboarding tour

Explore the southern volcanoes of Chile and relax at the hot springs on this 9-day splitboarding tour. Nicolás, an IFMGA certified mountain guide, will lead this program.

9 Days

Jul - Nov

Description

Enjoy going down five different Chilean volcanoes on this splitboarding tour in Patagonia!

During this 9-day program, we’ll enjoy the ascent and descent of the volcanoes and get to rest in comfortable mountain lodges. Apart from splitboarding, we will also have the chance to taste the delicious local food and discover the Chilean culture.

The amazing volcanoes we will ride in are Lonquimay (2,865 meters), Llaima (3,195 meters), Villarrica (2,847 meters), Mocho (2,422 meters), and Osorno (2,652 meters). Every one of them has a particular shape and will give you a unique splitboarding experience.

Additionally, this program offers a rest day that will give you the chance to relax in some hot springs. Furthermore, it also includes a day trip to Puerto Varas. You will get the chance to enjoy some more Chilean landscapes and also delicious meals. Take a look below for a more detailed description of the trip itinerary!

For this trip you will need to have previous splitboarding experience. Also, keep in mind that we will be out and about all day, so you will need a good fitness level. Furthermore, you will need to bring your own splitboarding equipment and accessories. Please let know if you need to rent anything. I will be happy to assist you all along the way.

So does this splitboarding tour sound tempting? Then send your request now and come with me to explore the southern volcanoes of Chile!

Are you looking for a shorter trip? Then take a look at this mountaineering program in the Villarrica volcano.

Price includes

Accommodation included
Guiding fee
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Transport during the trip
Permit and entrance fees

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival

We’ll meet at the Temuco Airport and drive you to the region of Malalcahuello. We will spend the night in a hostel near Lonquimay volcano.

Day 2: Lonquimay volcano

After breakfast, we’ll begin our first climb. It will take us around 4-5 hours to get to the crater of the volcano and then we’ll enjoy the descent (1 hour). Hot springs will be optional.

Day 3: Llaima volcano

First, we’ll drive to the base of the volcano and start the ascent (5-6 hours). Then, we’ll enjoy a descent of around 2-3 hours.

Day 4: Rest day

On our rest day, we’ll go to Pucon and spend the day relaxing at the hot springs and visiting the city.

Day 5: Villarrica volcano

First, we’ll have a 40-minute drive and start the ascent to the top (4-5 hours). We may have the chance to see the lava activity of the volcano. Then, we’ll enjoy going down the slopes.

Day 6: Mocho volcano

We’ll drive for 2 hours to the Mocho-Choshuenco massif and start a 3-4 climb to Mocho. After, during the descent, we’ll contemplate the amazing landscape. Finally, we’ll spend the night in Neltume, where we’ll be able to explore the surrounding nature.

Day 7: Travel day

We’ll make a trip to Puerto Varas city where we’ll have dinner and enjoy the beautiful views.

Day 8: Osorno volcano

From Puerto Varas, we’ll go to the base of the mountain and begin the ascent (4-5 hours). Then, we’ll see the glacier on the top of the volcano.

Day 9: Departure

On the last day, we’ll transfer you to the Airport and say goodbye.

Details

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Do not forget to bring: Splitboarding equipment, ice axe, helmet, warm mountain clothes, gloves, headlamp, sunscreen, sunglasses and personal items. It will be possible to rent part of the equipment.

Meeting point

Temuco Airport.

About the guide

Nicolás

Mountain Guide

UIAGM/IFMGA mountain guide from Chile.

The mountain is my life, every time I ski, climb or walk in this incredible environment I am happy and I find the beauty of the world. I think, like mountain guides, we have the best work in the world, we take people through this wonderful terrain and we enjoy discovering together.

More than 12 years ago I got into the mountains, this took me to travel to different places around the world. I have been climbing in Peru, Bolivia, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, France, Italy, Switzerland and Spain.
I have done long expeditions to Aconcagua, Marmolejo and another 6000’s, I have climbed and guided the classics of the Alps like Matterhorn, Mont Blanc, Monte Rosa, Lyskamm, and I have ski mountains in the Alps and volcanoes in the Andes.

I first studied 3 years in Chile in the national school of mountaineering to become a local mountain guide (ACGM). I did the training to get the international license of mountain guide (UIAGM) in Bolivia and I completed the ski training in France (ENSA).

I speak Spanish, English and French fluently. I also can speak a little bit of German, Italian and Portuguese.

See my programs, contact me and I can take you to discover the mountains and to have incredible moments!

Languages

French | English

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