Pucón Parasitic Craters Hike

Discover the incredible volcanic activity in Pucón on our hike around the parasitic craters. Explore these unique formations in this spectacular part of Chile.

Pucón Parasitic Craters Hike

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Pucón and drive to a part of the Andes with temperate forests at the foot of the Villarrica Volcano. This volcano is the most active in Chile. Upon arrival, we'll see the remarkable parasitic craters.

These cavities are carved into the rocks by volcanic lava and are part of a stunning landscape. We'll explore this area during our 5-mile (8-kilometre) hike, taking between 3 and 4 hours.

We'll walk along trails with different terrains, from forests to volcanic areas. As we walk, you'll see the craters and panoramic views of the Villarrica, Llaima, Sollipulli, and Quetrupillán volcanoes.

While climbing up to the craters, we'll view the glacial lakes in this region, including Villarrica, Caburgua, and Calafquén, surrounded by lush Andean forests.

Afterward, we'll walk back to the starting point, returning to your hotel in Pucón about 5 hours later.

Pick up

This activity includes pick up from hotels in central Pucón. If you're staying in a remote location, we'll collect you from 375 Pedro de Valdivia Street in the city.