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…
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…
The central-south of Chile has the best guarantee of finding real snow in good quantity for skiing. In the last couple of years, the ski fields close to the capital, Santiago, have suffered from a lack of snow, apparently global warming taking effect. This year (2020), there is doubt whether…
When the Spanish arrived in Chile, the indigenous Mapuche tribes occupied a large area of territory between Limarí River in the region of Coquimbo in the north of Chile, to the Island of Chiloe, some 1690km (1050 miles) to the south, and from the coast to the mountains east west…
Patagonia in Chile is known for its wild rivers, offering exciting rafting and fishing experiences. The Cautín River in the Araucania region of central-southern Chile is a perfect place for family friendly rafting being les technical than some of the rivers further south. Surrounded by native beech forest, rural landscapes,…
In 2019 Corralco has returned to offer snowkite equipment to rent and guide. They will also host the annual snowkite festival 29 August- 01 September, where one can mix it with the small but dedicated community in Chile of kiteboarders/snowkiters, led by Ariel Blaschke. For participants of the festival Chile…
In Chile there is the possibility to ski at altitudes of up to 4000 metres between lakes and volcanoes, in national parks and nature reserves. Spas in Chile include the usual array of health and wellness services such as the different forms of massage (lymphatic drainage, hot rocks, sports, relaxation…
A little north of Patagonia and the lakes region, the Araucanía Andina region can be found, so named for the Andes mountains and its iconic Monkey Puzzle tree, listed as Endangered by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation); the tree is only found in this region, Nahuelbuta National…
Vacation cabins or chalets are a sensible option for families and couples travelling in Chile. The increased privacy and independence offered over hotels, are the biggest advantages. Usually they contain an equipped kitchen so one can save money and prepare simple meals. They are usually surrounded by vegetation or have…
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…