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Chaitén

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Chaitén

The Top 19 Attractions in Chaitén

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Chaitén. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Chaitén is a region where 19

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: December 1, 2025

Villa Santa Lucía

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Villa Santa Lucia was hit hard by a flood in December 2017. It has now returned to being an important connection centre: from here, in fact, it is possible to …

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Chaitén Volcano

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The view of the Chaitén Volcano crater is one of the most impressive spots in Pumalín Park: from the rim, you can observe the fumaroles, the vast crater formed after …

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Yelcho Suspension Bridge

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This is an impressive suspension bridge over the River Yelcho near Puerto Cardenas.

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Chaitén Town and Volcano

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The town of Chaitén still shows the scars of the volcanic eruptions of the Chaitén volcano. In 2008 and 2011, this volcano caused quite a bit of damage. As you …

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Caleta Gonzalo

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Pumalin Park begins as soon as you exit the ferry at Caleta Gonzalo. Valuable information is given to you on a large wooden sign.

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Estacionamiento del sendero Ranita de Darwin

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The roads in this part of the national park are unpaved and very narrow. For the rear area you need a 4x4 vehicle.

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Las Cascadas Waterfalls, Parque Nacional Pumalín Douglas Tompkins

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Los Alerces Trail Entrance

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This trail is magnificent. It is home to very beautiful specimens of alerce trees, typical of this region of Patagonia. It is also the perfect place to camp. After crossing …

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Trail to Chaltén Volcano

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The trail to Chaitén Volcano is a short but very demanding route that climbs to the crater rim, with steep inclines, stairs, and muddy sections. The reward is extraordinary: views …

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Cascada en el Parque Nacional Pumalín Douglas Tompkins

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While passing by the stream on the Ranita de Darwin trail, you can see this small but beautiful waterfall.

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