Volcano facts: The Volcano Lonquimay, in the Araucanía region is number 8 on the list of the most active volcanos in Chile. In this list, 9 are located south of the capital, Santiago in the 8th, 9th and 10th regions. The Volcano is popular for trekking, climbing and skiing. It…
Here we explain what it is, how to prepare for it and we have prepared a calendar of Mountain Trail running events scheduled in Chile for 2017-2018, prepared as of November 2017.For current details of specific events, please see dedicated mountain trail running sites such as www.tusdesafios.com or go to…
Walking with Dinosaurs Is the name of a series produced by the BBC in Britain and filmed in Conguillio National Park. According to The Guardian, it was one of the last places on earth that still resembled the environment of the Mesozoic era. Conguillio National Park can definitely be described…
The Resort Corralco mountain resort comprises a 60 bed luxury hotel and a ski centre located within endangered Monkey Puzzle tree forest in the Malalcahuello/Nalcas Reserve. Corralco offers what is arguably the best ski centre in the south of Chile and is easy to get to being just 1.5 hours…
Rail Trail, Andes, Chile Like many of my age, I have a sad fascination with disused railway lines. Back in 1962 I did my first walk along a rail line long since closed – it was the 20 km line that used to connect the shale oil mine in Newnes…
Our dream At Chile Wild – Las Vertientes we have 5 mountain-style timber cabins, offering modern comfort and quality. The cabins in Malalcahuello, or just outside Malalcahuello, are a dream come true for us after several years planning the project whilst living in Australia. A year of construction followed which…
Corralco ski resort is hosting its seventh snowkite festival this year from the 24th to 27th of September, closely followed by the national freeride circuit which starts in Antillanca ski field on Volcano Osorno and ends at Corralco ski resort on Volcano Lonquimay. Both are great spectator sports and for…
How to choose a winter cabin There are 4 key tips to ensure that the cabin you choose helps make your ski holiday a success Don´t leave your search until the last minute as many of the best cabins are booked out early, particularly during school vacations and on long…
Skiing in Chile Chile has all you need for a great ski trip, with over 15 ski centres from Santiago to Patagonia, there plenty of options. The best time of year is July to mid September. Remember to check the dates of Chilean school holidays and Fiestas Patrias celebrations in…
For the ideal relaxation, why not visit one of the four thermal baths in the area that boast the healing properties of their thermal waters? There are four thermal baths within 1.5 hours drive from Malalcahuello. The closest, within 1km of town, is Las Termas de Malalcahuello, which boast a…