Beside the time you spent with your spanish courses, there's still time for a lot of activities.

Pucon is one of the centers of outdoor and adventure tourism in southern chile, with so many activities and things to see in it's surroundings. Some of them you can organize on your own, for others you need (or may find it comfortable to use) the help of an agency.

The trails in NP Huerquehue you can easily walk on your own (although maybe you want to be accompanied by a guide), for climbing the volcano Villarrica you need equipment and an experienced mountain-guide. On Pucon‘s main street you find a lot of agencies, some of them specialized, most selling "all inclusive" programs. Organizing tours we work together with agencies (e.g. on the volcano) and outfitters (e.g. horse riding) thus getting the most suitable and best provider for each activity.

Conquering Villarrica volcano Duration 12 hours Price: $ 30000 / 50 US$ minimum 3 pax Volcano climbing with randonnée skis (June to December) Price: $ 35.000 / 54 US$

Trekking in National Park Huerquehue Excursion to three beautiful mountain lagoons, surrounded by an ancient araucaria forest. You can visit the Huerquehue National Park at any time of the year, in winter, because of large amounts of snow, snowshoes may be needed. Generally: good foot wear is essential for this hike. Duration: 8 hours Price for guided tour: $ 14.000 minimum 3 passengers Park entrance fee only: $ 2.200 Transfer only  (return trip): $ 4.000

Trekking el Cañi sanctuary It is a private protected area, similar to the Huerquehue N. P. Duration: 9 hours Price: $ 12.000, minimum 4 pax

Horse back riding Horseback excursions up to one day can made all year round. Most of the longer rides are done between late October and March.As the area is ideal to be explored on horseback, there are many farms offering horse rides in different parts of Pucon's surroundings, e.g.: Campo Antilco, riding on circuits in the mapuche-indian reservation Quelhue, LosNevados, riding on the slopes of Villarrica volcano, Rancho de caballos at the foothills of Quetrupillan volcano

Horse trail in the mapuche  community Quelhue,

Mountain biking There are several excursions , according to your ability on the bike. Some you start right in town, others you drive out to the mountains, getting back on your bike. There's a quite popular 5 hours ride, following a gravel road through mountain slopes with a beautiful view of three volcanoes, passing along a crystal clear river and visiting waterfalls. Bike rental without transport or guide ½ day: $ 4.000 1 day: $ 6.000

 

Relaxing in the hot springs From the most luxurious to quite basic , you can find a wide variety of hot springs around Pucon .Their prices range between $ 3.000 to 10.000 There is no public transport to any of the hot springs. Some have their own transport and charge $ 3.000 . Some tourism agencies include a visit to the hot springs in their area tours and/or organize special tours to them for about $ 4.000 per Plax (minimum 4) for the ride from and back to Pucón with a stay of 3 hours. Taxis charge $ 14.000 for the ride from and back to Pucón with a 2 hours stay.
	Los pozones,quiet natural hot springs
	Termas de Huife -hot springs and hotel

Visit the Volcanic Caves of Villarrica Volcano. Interesting excursion to the slopes of the Villarrica Volcano where there is a tubular cave of about 500 meters length as a result of an ancient eruption. The cave is illuminated and has catwalks and stairs to explore it. Duration: 4 hours Price: $ 11.000minimum 4 pax

 

White water rafting The most popular river for raft descents is Trancura. It's divided in two sections, according to the grade of difficulties. The Trancura Bajo(Lower Trancura) grade III, is great for anyone that wants to have a fun adventure on the river. The descent lasts about one hour passing exciting grade III rapids. Duration 3 hours (1 hour in the river) Price: $ 6.000 / 9 US$ minimum 4 pax The Trancura Alto(Upper Trancura) grade IV -V is for those, looking for real adventure, Duration: 4 hours (1½ - 2 hours in the river) Price: $ 12.000 / 18 US$ minimum 4 pax

Canoeing on tranquil waters Descending silently a shallow part of Liucura or Trancura river. Enjoy the tranquility watching birds in the surrounding vegetation and a view of three volcanoes. Duration 4 hours (2 hours in the river) Price: $ 12.000 / 18.5 US$ minimum 4 pax

Kayak classes Basic course: it is an introduction to the technique of kayaking. Duration: 1 day (2 x 4 hours) Price: $ 35.000 / 54 US$ 2 – 3 pax Beginners course: gives you the basic knowledge to kayak in rivers up to grade II. Duration 2 days (4 x 4 hours) Price: $ 65.000 / 100 US$ 2 – 3 pax Advance course: gives you the ability to kayak by yourself in rivers grade III. Duration: 1½ days (3 x 4 hours) Price: $ 50.000 / 77 US$ 2 – 3 pax The courses include one meal per day. Private lessons cost 50% more.

	Hydro speed(river board) Maybe the most exciting way to descend a river, swimming down the rapids using as flotation a special board and fins. This excursion is made with a guide and a security kayak Duration 3 hours (1½ hours in the river) Price: $ 12.000 / 18.5 US$ minimum 2 pax.
Rappelling Experience the exciting adventure of descending a rock wall with ropes and harness, with the support of a guide who teaches you the techniques and the safety systems Duration: 3 hours Price: $ 7.000 / 11 US$ minimum 2 pax

Fishing trips The fishing season begins the second Friday in November and lasts until the first Sunday in May. The best months for fishing are November, December, March and April. To fish in Chile you need a license which can easily be obtained . ½ day excursion in the Liucura river: Using a traditional row boat, you pass through many kilometers of crystal clear waters, with lush native vegetation on the banks. It is great for catching rainbow trout, which are not very large but are quite plentiful and give a good fight. Price per boat (up to 2 people): $ 50.000

1 day excursion in the Trancura river: Mixing small rapids with large stretches of calm waters, you see islands and clean beaches for fly fishing. Excellent for catching salmon, rainbow trout and brown trout. Price per boat (up to 2 people): $ 87.000 / 2 days excursion in the San Jorge Lagoon: Beautiful mountain lagoon surrounded by native forests. The only way to reach it is with a four-wheel-drive vehicle. Wonderful place to camp and enjoy the nature. Price per boat (up to 2 people): $ 163.000 / Note: All these fishing tours include transport, meals, boat, equipment and fishing guide. The fishing licence is not included.

	Tandem parachute jump Exciting adventure of 30 seconds of free fall and then glide for about 4 minutes with your parachute, enjoying a wonderful view. The jump is made accompanied by an expert instructor. 1 to 4 pax: 175 US$ per/pax 5 to 9 pax: 165 US$ per/pax.
Sightseeing by plane To fly over the Pucón area is an unforgettable experience, during which you’ll be able to see the boiling lava inside the crater of the Villarrica Volcano. Cost of one hour flight around the area (1 to 3 pax): 250 US$ per flight. Flight to the Volcano (45 minutes) 1 pax 180 US$ 2 pax 90 US$ per/pax 3 pax 75 US$ per/pax.

Transfer service
Airport Temuco – Pucón. Length of trip 1½ hours
1 to 5 pax $ 30.000 per trip
6 to 8 pax $ 35.000 per trip