Things to do & places to visit in Los Rios Region, Chile

Los Rios Region #11 destination in Chile 2023. The average rating score is 4.42 based on 9.677 traveler reviews, of 153 attractions. Timezone: America/Santiago, current date and time: Saturday, May 04, 2024, 17:58.

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5.0 Reserva Punta Curinanco (159 reviews)
- Must go!
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas

This was my favorite part of the whole trip. About an hour away from Valdivia, and very cheap. After you get off the bus at the reserve, follow the dirt path up behind the houses, to the left, to get to the hiking portion. The fee is only 1000 pesos (incredible), and the man attending the gate gives you a great overview of what to expect. The walk is so peaceful and beautiful, with amazing views of the ocean. I felt like I was in another world the whole time. It gets a little steep at the beginning of the walk, nothing too strenuous though, but levels out. It's so worth it, and then you can relax on the beach afterwards. There's also a cute restaurant right at the top of the cliff, with gorgeous, friendly dogs running around. I highly, highly recommend it. See more..
5.0 Wene Aventuras (151 reviews)
- So thankful for the extra safety precautions taken. Pablo was a super fun guide. We can’t wait to come back!
Saturday: 9:45 AM - 6:00 PM River Rafting & Tubing

This was the best excursion our family has ever experienced together. We’ve travelled all over the world and done many things, but this by far is one of the most exciting and memorable! See more..
5.0 Rucapillan Expediciones (62 reviews)
- Great Morning on the river
River Rafting & Tubing

We had booked with another firm but at the last minute (when we arrived !) they told us they don’t have the minimum so called Racupullian. The guys were excellent and Victor a fantastic translator as our great captain (Luis?) didn’t speak English. Very professional and good safety brief. We had a brilliant morning in the sun and a beautiful way to see more of the area. Luis agreed to send his go pro by We transfer but unlike other review simply happy to do so for whatever tip we have and not pushy at all. Christian the owner also on hand. Tea/coffee and nut/dried fruit snacks at the end too .Recommended. See more..
5.0 Acotur (60 reviews)
- Trip Adventure of Life Time
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Sightseeing Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours

If you love nature and a wonderful informative person to show you the real south of Chile you could not go past Acotur Chile in Conaripe +56995359843- +56990235345. The places you will be taken too are beyond your dreams. The choices of diferente adventures for all ages. From one full day to 14 day tours. Best thing is the price is so affordable with everything included, food, drinks, entry in to all locations, great guide to take you to all the places and very informative. Transported in a very comfortable vehicle and safe. I was visiting south of Chile after the heart break of loosing my daring wife, it allowed me to see parts of Chile my Darling wife experienced in her youth. Could not be more pleased. Very highly recommended to young and old. 100% See more..
5.0 Reserva Nacional Mocho Choshuenco (33 reviews)
- A great adventurous day out
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

This requires a 4x4 if you are going to get anywhere - the roads are unpaved and then when you enter into the park on the way to the volcano the roads get worse. Just after you cross the river having done many kilometres, you have to pay an entrance fee and only real 4x4 vehicles can go on from here. You reach a flat area where you can park and it is then about 1 hour (400m climb) to the glacier and longer to the cone(s) themselves. Great views and well worth doing but be prepared - can get cold, take water and sun lotion, good shoes needed and be careful on the decent as the track can be slippery due to loose volcanic gravel. See more..
4.5 Mercado Fluvial de Valdivia (1.467 reviews)
- Pretty Neat
Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

Fairly classic riverside market, well worth a visit. 3 things really interesting for me, beyond expectations. Gorgeous array of colourful fresh fish, fruits and vegetables, with lots of ceviche local made to buy on the spot, all in a covered but well vented space you can enjoy rain or shine. Watch and admire the fish mongers at work for a few minutes as they effortlessly clean and fillet the many fish on display with razor sharp knives. They make it look so easy and methodical, but if it was me, I would have sliced my fingers off in seconds! Plus, really cool that six or seven HUGE Sea Lions were just a metre behind them, (you could literally walk up and touch them!) taking the choicest trimmings while many more seals, sea gulls and vultures waited for their take further down the food chain. And it is all free to see! See more..
4.5 Jardin Botanico de la Universidad Austral de Chile (1.087 reviews)
- Beautiful trees
Gardens

A wonderful experience. Beautiful trees all around. I would have liked a bit more information about them though. See more..
4.5 Saltos del Huilo-Huilo (842 reviews)
- amazing view and cold water if you are brave to jump in!!!
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Hiking Trails

beautiful area!!!! amazing waterfall, good maintenance of the steps and if you are brave enough jump in the natural pool and swim in COLD WATER!!!!! See more..
4.5 Bahia de Corral (397 reviews)
- Trip to the Bay of Corral: most enjoyable!
Bodies of Water • Beaches

When visiting Valdivia, we did the trip to the Bay of Corral with the Marques de Mancera boat. The tickets you buy on the pier of Valdivia near the fish market (Mercado Fluvial). It it includes a meal on board: good food. It is a midsized ship with two decks, no crowds! On our deck were only about 6 tables for lunch. Usually there is only one family, group per table. My wife, brother-in-law and myself had the table to ourselves. The trip to the island of Corral was very enjoyable, particularly the visit to the fortress, with its historic representation which is most colourful. There I learned that Dutch pirates, stationed in Pernambuco Brasil, invaded the area, thus provoking the Spanish Crown and as a consequence fortificationes were build on the island. Furthermore the island of Mancera is visited . Worthwile outdoor trip when you visit Valdivia. See more..
4.5 Casa del Castellano (378 reviews)
- Foggy Day
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours History Museums

Museography of the Niebla Castle Site Museum, National Monument. Managed by the National Cultural Heritage Service, its entry is completely free. A must with the history of the South Pacific and international trade routes during the 18th century See more..
4.5 Parque Oncol (337 reviews)
- See Right Across Chile!
Nature & Wildlife Areas

This is a great wilderness area of forest with birdlife and ferns. There is a small camp site and one or two lookout towers from which you can see the city of Valdivia on its inlet to the south, the Pacific Ocean to the west and the volcanos of Argentina to the east including beautiful Volcan Lanin. If you are camping it is well worth an overnight stay See more..
4.5 Sistema de Fuertes de Valdivia (308 reviews)
- A piece of the colonial past
Points of Interest & Landmarks

It's wonderful to see how well preserved is the Niebla fort. There is also a nice house that explains all the historical milestones around it, and see how Belgians, British, Germans and Spaniards melted to form one unique countryside. Go learn! See more..
4.5 Huilo Huilo Reserva Biológica (291 reviews)
- Great Day Hikes if staying in Huilo Huilo
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

We only had one day in the area, but we made it count by taking three trails: Huilo Huilo, Puma, y Hoffman. Since we were crunched on time these were the three trails recommended to us by Huilo Huilo reservation and they did not disappoint. The first two are fairly short but offer amazing spectacles of two massive waterfalls (Huilo Huilo being by far the best). These two trails are located right next to each other so they are easy to tackle in one fall swoop. Hoffman is back by the hotels and is a big harder two find as you walk down a back road for about a half mile before you get to the hidden trail entrance to the left of the bridge. This trail was gorgeous though! It follows the bank of the river, giving you opportunities to sneak out onto the river on a couple of rock outlooks. Overall, very gorgeous trails that are not very taxing and a great day activity to do with friends, family, or solo! See more..
4.5 Mancera Island (253 reviews)
- I borned in Valdivia and i love this place :)
Islands

Since i was a kid, i used to came to Mancera. It's a really quiet place that you can easily make a complete tour in a couple of hours. You can take a boat from Niebla's beach and you should arrive to the island between 30-45 minutes. Once you arrive to the island you can take a walk in the beach or visit the small park. Also there're some small coffee/restaurants where you could take a beverage and taste local pastry. I recommend definitely this place :) See more..
4.5 Rio Calle Calle (199 reviews)
- Beautiful costanera
Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water • Scenic Walking Areas

Very good looking riviera, a great place for a stroll when the weather permits. Lots of bars and coffee shops along the way See more..
4.5 Lago Panguipulli (192 reviews)
- Beautiful, many mountain views
Bodies of Water

Large lake, blue waters, clean clear, with beaches of pumice sand. Not over populated. Cold water in the 80 degree (F) days of summer See more..
4.5 Laguna de los Lotos (173 reviews)
- A nice surprise
Bodies of Water

We visited this place on our one-day tour around Valdivia. I was amazed at its beauty and calmness. Unfortunately, there weren't many flowers as my visit was off season. However, I managed to take beautiful pictures and enjoy the wonderful surroundings with different kinds of species of trees. For taking pictures, the morning light may be nicer on the lake. See more..
4.5 Sendero el Puma (148 reviews)
- A must see - really!
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Hiking Trails

A simple walk for all ages on a clearly marked path which will leed you to some really beautiful views of powerful running rapids and mountainous views. The path, at times, can be slippery so bring proper attire. The accent cannot be more then 300 metes. A few steps maybe be a bit complicated for the elderly but do NOT let that be the reason to not visit. A few water falls maybe visible depending on the rain fall. You only need 30 to make the trek but take the time to enjoy each of the views provided (with benches for resting if needed). You will not need a guide See more..
4.5 Lago Pirehueico (145 reviews)
- Beautiful lake,
Spent 2-3 hours Bodies of Water

Short ride from Huilo Huilo hotel at Puerto Fuy. New catamaran service (Jan 2017); friendly crew, reasonable prices, good for sightseeing; great photo opportunities. Worth a visit. See more..
4.5 Termas El Rincon (128 reviews)
- Gorgeous thermal spa with waterfall and restaurant
Saturday: 9:30 AM - 9:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Bodies of Water • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Parks

We are a space of thermal relaxation where you will live a unique experience of contact with nature, the energy of the earth and the vitality of the water of the temperate rainforests of the South of Chile. Here you can rest and replenish your inner energy enjoying the pleasant bath in thermal water, a healthy and light meal and delight in the beauty of our landscape. We are located at the foot of the Villarrica and Quetrupillan volcanoes on the road that connects Coñaripe with the southern slope of the Villarrica National Park, Panguipulli province, Los Ríos Region. When you are in the South of Chile, visit us !. See more..
4.5 Parque Saval (112 reviews)
- A lovely walk or afternoon out
Parks

In addition to having lovely lagoons and short hiking trails, this park has one of the best sculpture parks I have ever seen, in any country in the world. That alone is worth the 500 CLP (about $0.75) price of admission! See more..
4.5 Futangue Park (71 reviews)
- Beautiful hike
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Mountains • National Parks • Biking Trails • Hiking Trails • Forests

Futangue park is a private nature reserve of amazing scenic beauty, covered by large tracts of virgin forests, imposing mountains and hidden valleys, beautiful lakes, turquoise waterfalls and rivers, and spectacular lava fields. This extreme and remote land, impenetrable in the past, today has an extensive network of carefully designed trails that invites visitors to explore and enjoy pristine nature like nowhere else. See more..
4.5 Encuentro Costumbrista playa grande (67 reviews)
- Family
Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

Great place to visit and eat. You can eat your traditional Chilean foods here. You have a large selection of foods to choose from See more..
4.5 Calle General Pedro Lagos (60 reviews)
- Quite nice
Points of Interest & Landmarks

On a sunny day, this is a quick walk that's worth the time. The sense of history is enjoyable and the architecture is refreshingly non-touristified See more..
4.5 Castillo San Pedro Alcantara (59 reviews)
- TRAVELED FROM HOUSTON ATO SEE THE CASTILLO - CLOSED
Ancient Ruins • Points of Interest & Landmarks

We had visited Niebla Castillo some years before and were told the Carrol side was even more impressive. Long way to travel only to find it was under renovation. It's a pity Chile is not a very friendly tourist country, would be nice to have updated website with some basic information. Same thing happened to us once before when we visited the Penguin site in Punta Arenas - Closed. See more..
4.5 Iglesia San Francisco (59 reviews)
- Traditional church and beautiful architecture
Churches & Cathedrals

I borned in Valdivia and i have great memories about this church. This was part of the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin, that had in Valdivia a monastery for so many years. Inside that church you will find beautiful sculptures of several saints and also some mosaics. You can take a short tour in a couple of minutes and once finished, you can cross the street and have a lovely moment in the " Ultima Frontera" coffee, that has great sandwiches and craft beer This church is a great place to visit in Valdivia. See more..
4.5 Mirador Alto La Paloma (52 reviews)
- Beautiful view, even on a winter´s afternoon.
Spent < 1 hour Lookouts

If you don´t have your own transport (as we didn´t) I´d recommend catching the bus up the hill for 500 pesos. You can easily walk back down into town afterwards if it isn´t raining too hard. See more..
4.5 Iglesia de Quinchao (52 reviews)
- A World Heritage site in a tiny and quaint village
Churches & Cathedrals

On the road south of Achao, and past the spectacular mirador (look out), is the town of Quinchao. This tiny village with a very beautiful waterfront contains this most impressive church. From the outside you can imagine the woodworkers building this structure with care and love. Once you step inside however, you are initially overwhelmed by the size and the work that has been performed. Look up to take in the boat builder style vaulted ceiling. It is truly a stunning structure especially because of it's location. Learning just a little of the history you find that on December 8 all of the villages around the area come here to pray. And one can understand why. Enjoy the drive here, be amazed at this World Heritage site and savor this building initially contructed at the end of the 18th century. You won't regret it. I was there on a Monday around 11:30 am and it was open to the public. Donations are welcomed. See more..
4.5 Parroquia San Sebastian (52 reviews)
- A Panquipulli Highlight
Spent < 1 hour Churches & Cathedrals

This is for sure a photo highlight in the town of Panquiipulli located in the downtown across from central Plaza. I love the architecture almost Danish looking, amazing construction and dedication went into the building of this historic spiritual worship center. See more..
4.5 Sendero Los Alerces (45 reviews)
- Lovely walk (TIMINGS INCLUDED)
Hiking Trails

This hike is FREE and is very well organised. It takes between 30-40 minutes to complete (15-20 minutes each way). The walk itself is beautiful and you will be surrounded by some of the most magnificent trees you'll get to see in this part of the world. See more..