{"id":11929,"date":"2025-08-05T17:43:50","date_gmt":"2025-08-05T15:43:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chile-reise.com\/?p=11929"},"modified":"2025-08-08T00:48:48","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T22:48:48","slug":"carretera-austral-norte-pure-nature","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chile-reise.com\/en\/carretera-austral-norte-pure-nature\/","title":{"rendered":"Northern Carretera Austral – Pure nature"},"content":{"rendered":"\"General<\/p>\n

10 DAY SELF-DRIVE PROGRAM<\/strong><\/p>\n

travelArt has created a self-drive itinerary that will take you from Puerto Montt to Coyhaique<\/strong>, passing beautiful natural landscapes with a diverse flora.<\/p>\n

On this unique travel adventure on the northern Carretera Austral, you will drive past lush forests, Chile’s second largest lake Llanquihue and the turquoise-coloured Futaleuf\u00fa River, which is one of the best whitewater destinations in the world and invites you to go rafting on its rapids.<\/p>\n

\"Cocham\u00f3\"Day 01 \u2013 Arrival in Puerto Montt | Drive to Cocham\u00f3<\/strong>
\nUpon arrival in Puerto Montt, pick up your rental car at the airport. Begin your journey with a scenic drive along the shores of Lake Llanquihue toward the charming village of Cocham\u00f3, where you will spend the next two nights in a beautiful lodge on the shores of Lake Tagua Tagua.<\/p>\n

Day 02 \u2013 Cocham\u00f3 | Day at Leisure<\/strong>
\nEnjoy a full day at leisure. Take in the serene surroundings, go hiking, or simply relax and explore the area at your own pace.<\/p>\n

\"Yelcho
\nDay 03 \u2013 Cocham\u00f3 to Hornopir\u00e9n<\/strong>
\nContinue your journey to the town of Hornopir\u00e9n, where your adventure along the legendary Carretera Austral begins. Overnight in Hornopir\u00e9n.<\/p>\n

Day 04 \u2013 Hornopir\u00e9n to Chait\u00e9n \/ Lake Yelcho<\/strong>
\nIn the morning, board the ferry from Hornopir\u00e9n to Leptepu. From there, drive to Fiordo Largo and take a second ferry to Caleta Gonzalo. Continue by car through the town of Chait\u00e9n toward Lake Yelcho. Overnight on the shores of Lake Yelcho.<\/p>\n

\"Futaleufu\"Day 05 \u2013 Lake Yelcho to Futaleuf\u00fa<\/strong>
\nDrive south to the village of Villa Santa Luc\u00eda. From here, head east toward the Argentine border, following the beautiful Futaleuf\u00fa River to the village of Futaleuf\u00fa. 2 nights in Futaleuf\u00fa.<\/p>\n

Day 06 \u2013 Futaleuf\u00fa | Day at Leisure<\/strong>
\nEnjoy outdoor activities in the spectacular surroundings of Futaleuf\u00fa, known for world-class rafting, hiking, and unspoiled nature.<\/p>\n

\"Rafting\"<\/p>\n

\"Puyuhuapi\"Day 07 \u2013 Futaleuf\u00fa to Puyuhuapi<\/strong>
\nContinue south along the Carretera Austral through breathtaking landscapes of rivers and lakes. Arrive in the quaint town of Puyuhuapi. Overnight in Puyuhuapi.<\/p>\n

Day 08 \u2013 Puyuhuapi to Coyhaique<\/strong>
\nWe recommend a morning visit to Queulat National Park<\/strong> to see the famous hanging glacier. Your journey continues along the Carretera Austral past various nature reserves and through stunning mountain scenery to Coyhaique. 2 nights in Coyhaique.<\/p>\n

\"Queulat\"<\/p>\n

\"Coyhaique\"Day 09 \u2013 Coyhaique | Day at Leisure<\/strong>
\nTake time to explore the region: visit Aiken del Sur Park, Puerto Ays\u00e9n, Puerto Chacabuco, or simply enjoy the local culture and cuisine.<\/p>\n

Day 10 \u2013 Departure<\/strong>
\nDrive to Balmaceda Airport and return your rental car before your departure.<\/p>\n

<\/br>
\n10-Day Self-Drive Program \u201cNorthern Carretera Austral \u2013 Pure Nature\u201d<\/strong>
\nFrom USD 2,020 per person <\/strong>(double occupancy)
\nIncludes rental car with insurance, accommodation with breakfast, and ferry from Hornopir\u00e9n to Caleta Gonzalo<\/em><\/p>\n

NOTE:<\/strong> Pick-up of the rental car at Puerto Montt airport and drop-off of the rental car at Balmaceda airport.<\/em>
\n<\/br>
\nFor more details on this program, please contact your travelArt representative or email info@travelart.com<\/a>.","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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