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…
Discover Conguillio National Park and Malalcahuello During late April to mid May, the rich autumn colours of Malalcahuello and Conguillío National Park, make it one of the best areas in Chile to visit in these months. One wakes up to ever changing hues of yellow, orange and red as the…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…