Conguillío

Conguillío National Park – Chile

Conguillío National Park – Chile

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…

Dark sky escape Malalcahuello, Chile

Dark sky escape Malalcahuello, Chile

Night sky escapes If you live in a city, you will understand why the experience of a dark sky can be an escape. Our cities are so full of light pollution that often we´re not even aware what stage of the lunar cycle we are in. It takes an event…

Adventure Tourism in Malalcahuello, Chile

Adventure Tourism in Malalcahuello, Chile

Your Mountain Adventure Awaits Malalcahuello represents more than just another mountain destination – it’s a place where conservation, adventure, and authentic mountain hospitality converge to create great experiences. Whether you’re seeking challenging outdoor pursuits, peaceful connection with ancient forests, or simply a refuge from modern life’s complexities, this remarkable valley…

Conguillio National Park – Sierra Nevada lookout track

Conguillio National Park – Sierra Nevada lookout track

Conguillío National Park Is one of the best places to see the threatened species Araucaria araucana or Monkey Puzzle tree, presumably named as such due to it´s very spiky, leathery leaves which make it extremely difficult to get anywhere near the trunk to climb up to eat the tasty fruit…

Conguillío National Park, Malalcahuello and accommodation

Conguillío National Park, Malalcahuello and accommodation

Conguillío National Park Is the jewel in the crown of the Araucanía region in the central south of Chile. It is quite popular in summer for local tourists but not so well known outside of the region or country. Nevada. There are numerous walking tracks and several attractive lakes and…

Cabins in Malalcahuello  and summer vacation ideas

Cabins in Malalcahuello and summer vacation ideas

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…

Where to see the eclipse 14 December in Chile

Where to see the eclipse 14 December in Chile

Total eclipse of the sun is due on 14th December 2020 in Chile, and will be visible in the Araucanía region at around 13:03 with the partial eclipse visible between 10:30 and 13:30 (weather permitting). In Malalcahuello, a small rural town close to Volcano Lonquimay, the owners of tourist establishments…

Conguillio National Park – restrictions on access

Conguillio National Park – restrictions on access

Conguillío National Park, located in the Araucanía region in the central-south of Chile, is the jewell of the region. It´s popularity lies in its beauty and access for swimming in one of its various lakes. It offers spectacular views of Volcano Llaima and surrounding mountains as well as the unusual…