There are two places with the name “Lonquimay” in the ninth region (the Araucanía) of Chile; one is the city called Lonquimay near the Pino Hachado frontier with Argentina and the other is Volcano Lonquimay. The city Lonquimay is approximately 38km from the Volcano Lonquimay and has a variety of…
Malalcahuello, the town If you are reading this blog, then you have heard of Malalcahuello, a small rural town in the central-south of Chile, 120km from the city of Temuco towards the Andes mountains. In the local pehuenche indigenous language, Malalcahuello means “horse corral”. You can still occasionally see horses…
If you are new to skiing you might be wondering about the different types of skiing and skis that they talk about. It can be quite confusing, especially if you are considering buying some skis. Here is a brief overview of the different types of skiing and what gear is…
Principal scenic attractions of Conguillío National Park 1. Volcano Llaima Without a doubt, offers the most majestic view of National Park Conguillio. It can be seen from the three main entances to the Park, imposing itself upon the visitor. The altitude is 30125MASL /102.53 feet, offering the adventurous good opportunities…
Obviously there are advantages and disadvantages to both options, ski chalet or hotel, depending on the likes and dislikes of each individual. However, a mountain chalet or cabin can be a good choice for your next ski vacation, based on a number of factors: Price – While some hotels offer…
Spring Spring starts in mid September and finishes at the beginnning of December but with coming of climate change, August can have temperatures and weather suitable for cross-country skiing/splitboard or trekking with snowshoes in National Park Conguillío, although the daylight hours are still short. Access Conguillío National Park is usually…
Skiing in Chile – What to Wear The clothes you need for skiing in Chile are really the same as what you need in other ski centres around the world. Mountains are mountains and tend to have the same weather conditions, although the altitude can vary, and with it the…
The Zorro con Botas (The fox with boots) Is the name of this modern ski centre which opened on Volcano Lonquimay in the central-south of Chile in 2012. It takes its name from the native fox (Zorro culpeo) that inhabits the Reserve in which the ski centre is located. It´s…
Do you think that sitting inside a very small room in temperaturs of 80 degrees celcius (176 F) is uncomfortable and a waste of time? The evidence is strong that similar to moderate exercise, regular sauna bathing has strong benefits for your health. In a study published in the American…
Although Malalcahuello is a rural town of less than 1000 habitants, there are a multitude of holiday accommodation options. It is possible to find 5 star hotels as well as camping with basic facilities. This diversity means that there is something to suit everyone. The price usually reflects the quality…