Adventure & Outdoors
Trekking, mountains, sports and outdoor activities.
The best hikes near Santiago, Chile 2026: 9 trails with price, distance and difficulty
We compare 9 hikes near Santiago with verifiable data: Google Maps rating and reviews, 2026 entry fee from each park, distance, trail length and Conaf visitor numbers. From the Salto de Apoquindo waterfall to the El Morado glacier and the summit of Cerro La Campana, with a verdict for each type of traveller.
German tourist dies on Llaima volcano: Conaf reminds climbers that registration is mandatory
A 65-year-old German tourist died on Sunday 8 November 2026 after an accident on the Llaima volcano, in Conguillío National Park. According to Conaf, he had not registered his entry. What is known, what Conaf requires and what to check before climbing a volcano in Chile.
Across Andes 2026: 300 riders from 25 countries will cover 800 km and eight volcanoes from Pucón
Across Andes 2026 Volcano Edition starts on Sunday 22 November from Pucón's main square: more than 300 riders from 25 countries, 800 km of gravel and bikepacking through La Araucanía and Los Ríos, eight volcanoes and a 128-hour limit. Programme, checkpoints and what it means for tourism.
Futaleufú, Chile: rafting, how to get there, weather and things to do in 2026-2027
A guide to Futaleufú in northern Chilean Patagonia: rafting the Futaleufú River (class IV and V rapids, from CLP 75,000 for the short section), how to get there via the Carretera Austral or from Argentina, the weather month by month and the Futaleufú National Reserve.
Maipo River tragedy: what is known about the rafting accident and what to check before booking adventure tourism in Chile
Three women died on November 1, 2026 when a raft crashed on the Maipo River near Santiago. Sernatur said it was a private family outing, not a hired service. What is known, the proposed "Safe Tourism" bill and how to check a rafting operator in Chile.
Cochamó Valley, Chile: how to get there, La Junta reservations, toboganes and when to go in 2026-2027
Guide to the Cochamó Valley in Chile's Los Lagos Region: the mandatory La Junta campsite reservation (CLP 12,000 per night in the 2026-2027 high season), registration at the visitor centre, the 4-to-6-hour trail, the rock slides, buses from Puerto Montt and the best time to go.
Cascada de las Ánimas: 2026 prices, waterfall hike, rafting and how to get to the Cajón del Maipo sanctuary
Guide to the Cascada de las Ánimas Nature Sanctuary in San Alfonso, near Santiago: CLP 25,000 entry in high season (November to March), the waterfall hike, Maipo River rafting from CLP 35,000, horseback rides, zip lines, camping and how to get there from Santiago.
After the Laguna del Inca avalanche, Chilean authorities propose regulating avalanche risk
After the avalanche of 17 October 2026 at Laguna del Inca, Portillo, which left three dead, the Valparaíso Presidential Delegation called for avalanches to be recognised in law and for an agency to be put in charge of preventing them. What is being proposed and what mountain visitors should know in spring.
Osorno Volcano: how to get there, height, ski resort and things to do all year round
Guide to the Osorno Volcano, the 2,652-metre snow-capped cone facing Lake Llanquihue: how to get there from Puerto Varas, the ski and mountain resort, the viewpoints, the Petrohué Falls and what to know about its volcanic risk.
Torres del Paine O Circuit: the reopening planned for November and the rules to hike it
The O Circuit, or Paine Massif circuit, stays closed until October 31, 2026 and could reopen from November 1 if the weather allows. What is known, what is still pending and what to book.
Things to do in Cajón del Maipo: El Yeso reservoir, Baños Morales and El Morado
Guide to Cajón del Maipo: how to get there from Santiago, El Yeso reservoir, the Baños Morales hot springs, El Morado glacier, rafting on the Maipo River and tips for a day trip.
Trekking in Torres del Paine: the W and O circuits explained
Differences between the W circuit (4-5 days) and the O circuit (7-9 days) in Torres del Paine National Park, and how to choose based on your time and fitness level.
Villarrica Volcano: how to climb it and what you'll need
One of Chile's most-climbed active volcanoes: what the ascent of Villarrica from Pucón is like, how long it takes, and what gear you'll need.
Surfing in Chile: the best beaches from Pichilemu to Arica
Chile has more than 4,000 kilometers of coastline with waves for every level. A guide to the country's best-known surf beaches.
Cerro San Cristóbal and urban hiking in Santiago
How to climb Cerro San Cristóbal in Santiago -on foot, by funicular or by bike- and which lookout has the best view of the city.