If you’re looking for a trip that mixes mountain volcano adventure and majestic ancient forests, Malalcahuello is the perfect base. Here’s a three-day itinerary you can follow at your own pace. Day 1: Lonquimay Volcano You have two options: Hike to Crater Navidad: best accomplished either early or close to…
Malalcahuello is at its most picturesque during July and August when the snow covers the ground as far as the eye can see. The ancient Monkey Puzzle trees are dusted with snow like icing sugar and with the snow covered Volcano Lonquimay in the background you have the best social…
Relaxation Among Volcanoes In the heart of the Andes mountain range in the central-south of Chile, you will find a small rural town called Malalcahuello. It is the perfect setting to enjoy skiing at Corralco ski centre, on the active Volcano Lonquimay, followed by a relaxing soak in the curative…
Chile´s Hidden Gem – Conguillío National Park This lesser known National Park is part of an ancient landscape that forms the Kütralkura Geopark (UNESCO). Famous for it´s volcanoes and impressive rock formations and volcanic lakes, it even made an appearance on the “Walking with Dinosaurs” series. It´s not difficult to…
Spring accommodation in Malalcahuello Camping is the most economical option and can be done at several organised sites which have bathroom facilities and some have cooking facilities. Suizandina Lodge is probably one of the oldest and well developed in the area. Other economical options include home stay (hospedaje) where you…
What is nature therapy? The terminology “nature therapy” is relatively new. It is used to describe interventions designed to benefit health but based on nature. Typically activities are led by therapists or health professionals but it also refers to activities undertaken by individuals for their own wellbeing that doesn´t involve…
If you are thinking of visiting the thermal baths in or close to Malalcahuello, it is always advisable to reserve your entry to the baths and your accommodation in advance, particularly during school holidays and long weekends. Malalcahuello thermal baths Approximatley 1km from the town of Malalcahuello are the Termas…
Corralco Is a ski centre located within the Malalcahuello National Reserve in the central-south of Chile 127 km (79 mi) from the city of Temuco . It consists of a 54 room hotel and ski centre with 29 runs and 4 lifts. The location within the park is at the…
Summer in Malalcahuello Malalcahuello in summer offers the chance to escape from the rat race and enjoy peace and quiet. There are many options for activities and water sports. January and February are the hottest summer months in Malalcahuello, February being when much of the Chilean population takes holidays. Temperatures…
Cabins in Malalcahuello The first thing to be clear about is that there are a lot of cabins available for vacation rental in Malalcahuello. The availability during spring is usually fairly good, although during the national holiday in the week of September 18th you will need to book in advance…