Lake crossing cruises of Chile's Lake Region,

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Cruces de Lago (Lake Cruises) offer 2 days cruises between Puerto Varas and San Carlos de Bariloche, the best way to see one of the most picturesque areas in the World.

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Lake Crossing 2 days 1 night

Fall-Winter program, May through August.

          Day 1:

  • 8:30 AM: Depart from Puerto Montt, Chile to Puerto Varas.
  • 9:00 AM: Depart Puerto Montt to Petrohue, bordering lake Llanquihue with a fantastic view of Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes. Visit to Vicente Perez Rosales National Park and its spectacular Petrohue Falls.
  • 10:30 AM: Arrive at Petrohue and free time to stroll around.
  • 11:00 AM: Depart to Peulla, sailing through Todos Los Santos Lake and enjoy an even more spectacular view of Osorno volcano, Puntiagudo and Tronador hills.
  • 12:45 PM: Arrive at Puella, a paradise for nature lovers. Optional lunch. Accommodation and dinner at Hotel Puella.
  • Day 2:

  • 9:00 AM: Depart by bus to Puerto Frias, Chilean Customs Point. Cross the Andes Mountain Range at 2,800 feet and continue down the winding road to Puerto Frias, Cruise on lake Frias to Puerto Alegre.
  • 11:30 AM: Arrive at Puerto Blest and visit Cantaros Falls and lunch.
  • 3:30 PM: Depart from Puerto Blest on the last cruise to Puerto Panuelo. Upon arrival, board the tour bus for Bariloche, Argentina. It's a unique city that invites tourist all year round with its scenic views, ski resorts, hotels, shops and restaurants.

Spring-Summer program, September through April

  • 8:30 AM: Departure from Puerto Montt to Puerto Varas following the same itinerary with the exception of a visit to Cantaros Falls, Arrival at Bariloche at 9 PM
  • Notes: The times and stops may vary due to weather conditions and number of passengers.

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