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Top 10 day trips things to do in Puerto Montt

When Puerto Montt is your base but the destination is somewhere else for the day. Fully-organised round trips with private transport, guides, and the reservations sorted before you leave the hotel.

  1. Osorno Volcano & National Park for Cruisers - PRIVATE, Puerto Montt1

    1. Osorno Volcano & National Park for Cruisers - PRIVATE

    · 6 hours

    Join us on a tour to discover Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park! We’ll visit Puerto Montt and Puerto Varas, allowing us to delve into the Lakes Region and witness the stunning Osorno Volcano.This shore excursion seamlessly blends the natural beauty, history, and gastronomy of southern Chile.

  2. Explore Peulla Full Day Tour from Puerto Montt, Puerto Montt2

    2. Explore Peulla Full Day Tour from Puerto Montt

    · 12 hours

    You will begin this full-day tour from Puerto Montt towards the Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park bordering Lake Llanquihue, and then take a boat ride across Lake Todos los Santos to the town of Peulla, a picturesque town in the middle of nowhere.

  3. Cruise Shore Private Excursion Osorno Volcano & Petrohué Falls, Puerto Montt3

    3. Cruise Shore Private Excursion Osorno Volcano & Petrohué Falls

    5.0· 35 reviews· 6 hours

    In our tours you will find personalized attention, with the best local guides and 20 years of experience in tourism, we will make your visit an unforgettable experience. We also have a modern fleet of vehicles for a comfortable and safe trip. Thanks for choosing us.

  1. Shore excursion Frutillar Petrohue and Puerto Varas, Puerto Montt4

    4. Shore excursion Frutillar Petrohue and Puerto Varas

    5.0· 8 reviews

    Discover the Magic of Southern Chile in One Unforgettable Day Join us on a scenic, culture-filled journey through Chile’s Lake District—designed especially for cruise travelers wanting to see the best of the region in just one day. This curated tour includes three unforgettable stops: the stunning Petrohué Falls, the charming town of Puerto Varas, and the lakeside elegance of Frutillar. Start the day at Petrohué Falls, where emerald waters rush through volcanic rock with Osorno Volcano towering nearby. Then explore Puerto Varas, known for its German-style architecture, craft markets, and beautiful lake views. Our final stop is Frutillar, a peaceful town home to the striking Teatro del Lago, perched right on the lake. Enjoy complimentary Chilean empanadas and wine in Puerto Varas, and German Kuchen with tea or coffee in Frutillar. We’ve never missed a cruise ship return—so relax and enjoy every moment. Three iconic stops, one perfect day!

  2. Private Day Tour Frutillar, Puerto Varas and Puerto Montt, Puerto Montt5

    5. Private Day Tour Frutillar, Puerto Varas and Puerto Montt

    5.0· 7 reviews· 7 hours

    Located in front of Llanquihue Lake and volcanoes, this charming town is representing the beauty resume of arquitecture and german heritage in the region. Tea houses, tradicional kuchen and sweets are envolving visitors to stay a long time. Puerto Varas is considered the tourist capital of southern Chile. The peaceful life of streets, visitors and locals enjoy the beautiful view and its surroundings. Influenced by the German colonization and the perfect fusion with Spaniards and Chileans, they transform it into one of the most attractive cities of our region.

  3. 5-Day Tour Chile & North Patagonia, Puerto Montt6

    6. 5-Day Tour Chile & North Patagonia

    5.0· 1 reviews· 5 days

    With this package, you will be able to know the most beautiful landscapes of the Northern Patagonia, from the city of Puerto Varas. Through 5 days and 4 nights you will know the incredible architecture of Puerto Varas and Puerto Montt, the natural beauty of Frutillar and all the magic of the island of Chiloé. This package includes transfers, accommodation and excursions.

  4. Puerto Montt: Half day Llanquihue and Frutillar City tour, Puerto Montt7

    7. Puerto Montt: Half day Llanquihue and Frutillar City tour

    5.0· 1 reviews

    From Puerto Montt city, you will then join this full-day tour and begin your trip visiting the city of Llanquihue and Frutillar city. This tour will start from hotels and accommodations that are centrally located. It will not start from Cruiser ship or from the Puerto Montt port.

  5. Private Day tour Petrohue Falls, Osorno Volcano & Puerto Varas, Puerto Montt8

    8. Private Day tour Petrohue Falls, Osorno Volcano & Puerto Varas

    4.8· 52 reviews· 7 hours

    Located in the Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, Petrohué River delights with its rapids. After a violent eruption of the Osorno Volcano, basaltic material gave rise to this attraction that runs through the evergreen forest. The Osorno Volcano is part of National Park and its height is 2650 meters. A complete panoramic view of Lake Llanquihue Lake and part of the Andes is possible in a sunny day. The vehicle reaches an altitude of 1,200 meters on asphalted road where there is a cafeteria and ski center. In addition, it is possible to reach 1400 meters by liftchairs. Puerto Varas is considered the tourist capital of southern Chile. The peaceful life of streets, visitors and locals enjoy the beautiful view and its surroundings. Influenced by the German colonization and the perfect fusion with Spaniards and Chileans, they transform it into one of the most attractive cities of our region.

  6. Private Shore Excursion Tour to Puerto Montt, Puerto Varas and Frutillar, Puerto Montt9

    9. Private Shore Excursion Tour to Puerto Montt, Puerto Varas and Frutillar

    4.7· 18 reviews· 6 hours

    Puerto Montt, Puerto Varas and Frutillar at the same tour. You start from the dock visiting typical places of Puerto Montt, later the city of Puerto Varas, an icon of tourism in southern Chile located opposite the Llanquihue lake. Then you will visit the City of Frutillar, small town of German origin, beautiful oasis of peace and tranquility, also nestled against Lake Llanquihue, beautiful gardens and impressive is his Teatro del Lago. Its wooden houses, rich cuisine and fine local crafts, a unique experience with the pleasure of warm weather.

  7. Shore Excursion: Petrohue Waterfalls, Frutillar & Puerto Varas, Puerto Montt10

    10. Shore Excursion: Petrohue Waterfalls, Frutillar & Puerto Varas

    4.4· 603 reviews· 6 hours

    With over 20 years of experience, this tour is designed for cruise passengers looking for a smooth, well-paced day. You’ll travel with an experienced local guide and professional driver, ensuring safe transportation and a timely return to port. The experience includes a delicious traditional Chilean empanada, freshly made the same morning, along with tastings of local Chilean wine and a traditional pisco sour. This is one of the most complete shore excursions in the Chilean Lake District, visiting the Petrohué Waterfalls in Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park and the historic German towns of Frutillar and Puerto Varas, with all park entrance fees included. You’ll travel along Lake Llanquihue throughout the day, enjoying sweeping views of the Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes. Our fully authorized vehicles carry all required permits, insurance, and documentation, offering a reliable and worry-free way to experience the best of southern Chile in one day.

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