Carretera Austral Norte 11-Day Bike Tour

Ride along the northern section of the Carretera Austral to Coyhaique on this 11-day bike tour from Puerto Montt, showcasing the Andean landscapes of Patagonia, including Queulat and Pumalin National Parks.

Carretera Austral Norte 11-Day Bike Tour

Day 1: Puerto Montt

Meet at Hostal Casa Ankulenmo in Puerto Montt at 4 pm for orientation with guides and drivers. This venue serves as accommodation for the first night.

Day 2: Puerto Montt - La Arena - Hornopirén

Travel by minibus to La Arena pier, take a boat across the Reloncaví Estuary to Caleta Puelche, then bike along Route 7 to a hostel in Hornopirén.

Day 3: Hornopirén - Chaitén

Catch a boat for a five-hour journey to Caleta Gonzalo, then cycle through Pumalín National Park to a campsite near Chaitén.

Day 4: Chaitén - Yelcho Lake

Biking through Pumalín National Park, stop at Puerto Cardenas to see the Yelcho River suspension bridge and glacier, then camp by Yelcho Lake.

Day 5: Yelcho Lake - La Junta

Biking from Yelcho Lake, traverse toward Villa Santa Lucía, observing landscapes and ending the day in a hostel in La Junta.

Day 6: La Junta - Puyuhuapi

Cycle into Queulat National Park, then enjoy lunch in Puyuhuapi followed by hot springs. Stay at a hostel between La Junta and Puyuhuapi.

Day 7: Puyuhuapi - Queulat National Park

Ride along Puyuhuapi fjord into Queulat National Park. Participate in a hiking route to the Ventisquero Colgante viewpoint or explore the area.

Day 8: Queulat National Park - Villa Amengual

Cycling up Cuesta Queulat, a challenging section with 33 curves, we’ll end at a campsite in Villa Amengual.

Day 9: Villa Amengual - Villa Mañihuales

Ride south along Route 7, enjoying the Lago Las Torres National Reserve, then camp in Villa Mañihuales.

Day 10: Villa Mañihuales - Coyhaique

This day features winding roads leading to a hostel in Coyhaique for dinner and rest, following lunch in Villa Ortega.

Day 11: Coyhaique

Breakfast is included at the hostel in Coyhaique, marking the end of the tour.

Accommodation & meals

The tour includes 10 nights of accommodation with breakfast:

Day 1: Casa Ankulenmo, Puerto MonttDay 2: Quilda, HornopirénDay 3: El Volcán campsite, ChaiténDay 4: Yelcho campsiteDay 5: Copihue Patagón, La JuntaDay 6: Refugio Don TitoDay 7: Cabañas Aonikenk, PuyuhuapiDay 8: Refugio Rio Cisnes, Villa AmengualDay 9: Borde Río MañihualesDay 10: Huella Patagónica, Coyhaique

Lunches are provided at outdoor stops, consisting of snacks and picnic bags. Dinners vary by accommodation or local restaurants and are not included in the tour price.

Bike rental

Bike and helmet rental options are available with the reservation. Alternatively, guests may book the tour without equipment.

10-day tour of Carretera Austral Sur

Booking is also available for the 10-day bike tour of the Carretera Austral Sur from Coyhaique.