ALLTOURS

What Are Some Activities You’ve Enjoyed Doing in Snow in Chile?

1. Trek to the Living Glacier of El Morado

San José de Maipo, Chile

High in the Andes, this natural monument hosts the San Francisco Glacier, a dramatic reminder of Earth's powerful geological past.

2. Witness the Frozen Lava Flows of Laja

Biobío Region, Chile

This dramatic national park showcases a vast lake formed by a massive ancient lava flow, now often framed by snow-capped volcanoes.

3. Explore the Lair of the Puma in Winter

Araucanía Region, Chile

Known as "The Lair of the Puma," this park is a sanctuary for ancient Araucaria forests, some trees thousands of years old, often dramatically covered in snow.

4. Discover the Turquoise Gem of the Andes

Cajón del Maipo, Chile

This high-altitude reservoir, a vital water source for Santiago, transforms into a stunning turquoise oasis surrounded by snow-laden peaks in winter.

5. Marvel at the Hanging Glacier in a Rainforest

Aysén Region, Chile

Witness the extraordinary Ventisquero Colgante, a "hanging glacier" that dramatically tumbles over a cliff into a waterfall, nestled within a temperate rainforest.

6. Snowshoe to Volcanic Hot Springs

Araucanía Region, Chile

Here, amidst vast snowfields and ancient Araucaria forests, volcanic forces heat natural hot springs, creating steamy oases in the winter chill.

7. Journey to the High-Altitude Caldera Lake

Maule Region, Chile

This immense, high-altitude lake sits within a sprawling volcanic caldera, a geologically active area often blanketed in a profound winter silence.

CURIOUS?

Discover Chile's Icy Secrets

Point your phone camera at a snow-dusted peak or ancient forest, and hear its untold story.