Flavors of Chile by E-Bike
Chile Bike & Hotel Tours
An E-Bike, Hike & Culinary Experience in Chile’s Lake District & Chiloé
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Overview
This exclusive e-bike and hike adventure takes you through the stunning landscapes of Chile’s Lake District and Chiloé Island. You'll ride scenic routes along lakes, forests, and volcanoes, hike through national parks, and visit highlights such as the Petrohué Waterfalls, coastal penguin colonies, and the northern gateway to the Route of the Parks of Patagonia.
Throughout the journey, you'll enjoy meals hosted in private homes, on working farms, and in welcoming chef-led kitchens, showcasing the ingredients and traditions of southern Chile, from fresh Pacific seafood to classic curanto prepared over hot stones.
The result is a fantastic itinerary that balances active days with traditional local food and culture.
Highlights
- E-biking around Lake Llanquihue and Chiloé Island
- Pumalín National Park and the Route of the Parks of Patagonia
- Petrohué Waterfalls in Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park
- Farm-to-table culinary experiences and traditional Curanto in Chiloé
- Penguin watching at Puñihuil and visits to Chiloé National Park
- Dock of the Souls (Muelle de las Almas)
- Optional sea kayaking in the Reloncaví Fjord
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Puerto Varas
Day 2: Puerto Varas - Pumalín National Park, 30 mi (48 km) | 4 mi (6 km)
Day 3: Pumalín National Park, 3 mi. (5 km)
Day 4: Pumalin - Puerto Varas
Day 5: Puerto Varas, 33 mi (52 km) | 4.4 mi (7 km)
Day 6: Puerto Varas - Frutillar - Puerto Octay - Puerto Varas, 28 mi (45 km)
Day 7: Puerto Varas - Chiloé Island, 50 mi (80 km)
Day 8: Chiloé National Park, 16 mi (25 km)
Day 9: Departure from ChiloéDay 1: Arrival in Puerto Varas
Meet your guide at Puerto Montt Airport and transfer to your hotel in Puerto Varas. After check-in and a short orientation, enjoy a guided walk through town, taking in its distinctive wooden architecture and scenic views of Lake Llanquihue and Osorno Volcano. This evening, gather for a welcome dinner at Espacio Patagón, hosted by Chef Cristóbal Donoso, offering an introduction to regional flavors in an intimate, home-style setting.Sample accommodations: Hotel Cabana del Lago or Hotel Pettra
Day 2: Puerto Varas - Pumalín National Park, 30 mi (48 km) | 4 mi (6 km)
After breakfast, transfer to the local airport for a scenic 30-minute flight over volcanoes and fjords to the village of Chaitén, gateway to Pumalín Douglas Tompkins National Park. Upon arrival, begin a 30-mile (48 km) bike ride* through the park’s Amarillo sector, followed by a picnic lunch surrounded by pristine wilderness. In the afternoon, enjoy a 4-mile (6 km) walk along the Darwin’s Frog Trail, your first immersion into the temperate rainforest. Continue to a cozy lodge on the shores of Fjord Largo, where you’ll relax and prepare for the adventures ahead. (B, L, D) *Please note: on this day, the ride will be on standard (non-electric) bicycles. Guests who wish not to bike today may travel by van and enjoy scenic stops along the route.Sample accommodations: Lodge Caleta Gonzalo
Day 3: Pumalín National Park, 3 mi (5 km)
Enjoy a spectacular day hiking to the summit of the Chaitén Volcano, located in the northern section of the park. The ascent follows well-defined trails on an active volcanic landscape, reaching 3,280 ft (1,000 m) over a 3-mile (5 km) hike of moderate to strenuous difficulty. In the afternoon, explore the Alerce Trail, walking among ancient trees over 2,000 years old, a powerful reminder of why Pumalín is a global conservation hotspot. (B, L, D)Sample accommodations: Lodge Caleta Gonzalo
Day 4: Pumalín - Puerto Varas
Enjoy a relaxed morning exploring Fjord Largo, taking in the surrounding landscapes before returning to Chaitén for a scenic 30-minute flight back to Puerto Varas. In the afternoon, enjoy some free time before a special dinner at a local family home, hosted by sommelier Magda Saleh, offering an intimate and authentic culinary experience. (B, L, D)Sample accommodations: Hotel Cabana del Lago or Hotel Pettra
Day 5: Puerto Varas, 33 mi (52 km) | 4.4 mi (7 km)
Today offers a choice between two distinct full-day experiences, allowing you to select the activity that best suits your interests.- Option A: Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, Osorno Volcano & Petrohué Waterfalls - After breakfast, enjoy a scenic e-bike ride of approx. 22 miles (35 km) along Lake Llanquihue, following quiet roads with constant views of Osorno Volcano. The ride leads to Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, where you’ll hike the El Solitario Trail, a moderate hike of 4.4 miles (7 km), exploring the lower slopes of the volcano through volcanic terrain and native forest. After the hike, transfer to Lake Todos los Santos, where a short boat ride takes you to a remote lakeside home for a local fish lunch, prepared with fresh local ingredients and hosted by Rosita and Alex. On the return, visit the impressive Petrohué Waterfalls, one of the park’s most iconic highlights. (B, L, D)
- Option B: Sea Kayaking in the Reloncaví Fjord & Local Lunch* - After breakfast, transfer from Puerto Varas toward Ensenada, driving along Lake Llanquihue before reaching the calm waters of the Reloncaví Fjord. After a safety briefing and equipment fitting, begin a guided sea kayaking experience of approx 8 miles (13 km), paddling through protected fjord waters surrounded by volcanoes and native forest. Midday, land at a quiet peninsula for a home-hosted lunch with Yolanda, featuring traditional homemade dishes prepared with fresh local ingredients. In the afternoon, continue paddling before returning by vehicle to Puerto Varas. (B, L, D). Please note: This optional experience requires a minimum of 4 participants, must be confirmed at least 20 days in advance, and has an additional cost.
Sample accommodations: Hotel Cabana del Lago or Hotel Pettra
Day 6: Puerto Varas - Frutillar - Puerto Octay - Puerto Varas, 28 mi (45 km)
After breakfast, begin a scenic 28-mile (45 km) e-bike ride from Puerto Varas to Frutillar, cycling through bucolic farmland with panoramic views of Osorno, Puntiagudo, and Calbuco volcanoes. Upon arrival in the charming German-style village, enjoy cheese and wine followed by time to relax in the hot springs at Cancagua Retreat. In the afternoon, transfer to Puerto Octay to meet Cornelia, a 100K chef. Visit her farm, gather fresh ingredients sourced within 100 km, and take part in a hands-on cooking experience celebrating local, organic flavors. Return to the hotel in the evening. (B, L, D)Sample accommodations: Hotel Cabana del Lago or Hotel Pettra
Day 7: Puerto Varas - Chiloé Island, 50 mi (80 km)
Begin the day with a drive to the ferry terminal, followed by a 30-minute ferry crossing to Chacao, your gateway to Chiloé Island. Upon arrival, start a scenic 34-mile (55 km) e-bike ride along the Caulín coastal route, cycling through coastal landscapes with 620 ft (190 m) of elevation gain and 590 ft (180 m) of loss. At Puñihuil, enjoy a boat excursion to visit the Humboldt and Magellanic penguin colony, then continue riding 16 miles (25 km) to a local home for a traditional Curanto lunch, a signature dish of Chiloé cooked in a pit over hot stones. In the afternoon, transfer to Castro and check in at your hotel on traditional palafitos overlooking the sea. (B, L)Sample accommodations: Palafito 1326
Day 8: Chiloé National Park, 16 mi (25 km)
Explore the western side of Chiloé Island by e-bike and on foot, riding along quiet rural roads and coastal landscapes toward Cucao. Today’s ride covers 15.5 miles (25 km) with approximately 490 ft (150 m) of elevation gain. From there, enjoy a gentle hike to the Muelle de las Almas (Dock of Souls), dramatically overlooking the Pacific Ocean, followed by short scenic walks in Chiloé National Park, immersed in the island’s temperate rainforest. Lunch is hosted at a local countryside home, El Cazador, offering an intimate culinary experience rooted in Chilote traditions and local ingredients. (B, L)Sample accommodations: Palafito 1326
Day 9: Departure from Chiloé
Transfer to Puerto Montt or Castro Airport for departure. (B) - Option A: Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, Osorno Volcano & Petrohué Waterfalls - After breakfast, enjoy a scenic e-bike ride of approx. 22 miles (35 km) along Lake Llanquihue, following quiet roads with constant views of Osorno Volcano. The ride leads to Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, where you’ll hike the El Solitario Trail, a moderate hike of 4.4 miles (7 km), exploring the lower slopes of the volcano through volcanic terrain and native forest. After the hike, transfer to Lake Todos los Santos, where a short boat ride takes you to a remote lakeside home for a local fish lunch, prepared with fresh local ingredients and hosted by Rosita and Alex. On the return, visit the impressive Petrohué Waterfalls, one of the park’s most iconic highlights. (B, L, D)
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Hotels & Bikes
You’ll stay in comfortable, well-located small hotels and lodges. Each property offers private bathrooms and the essential comforts needed after active days outdoors. The atmosphere is relaxed and reflective of the region, offering a pleasant place to relax in the evenings.
Please note - single occupancy is typically not available at Pumalín Park due to the limited number of cabin-style accommodations. Cabins feature multiple beds but are assigned on a shared basis
Bicycles
E-bike Mountain: Giant Talon E+ 3 29
- Frame: ALUXX aluminium hardtail frame (horizontal bar)
- Fork: 100 mm front suspension
- Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes (180 mm front / 160 mm rear)
- Battery: Giant EnergyPak 400 Wh with 4A fast charger
- Motor: Giant SyncDrive Core, approx. 50–55 Nm torque
- Drivetrain: Shimano 9-speed transmission
- Wheels: 29" wheels
- Saddle: Giant Sport saddle
- Pedals: Aluminium platform pedals
- Display: RideControl Dash full-colour LCD display
Mountain Bike: Trek Marlin 5 (not electric)
- Frame: Alpha Silver aluminium hardtail frame (horizontal bar)
- Fork: 100 mm front suspension
- Brakes: Mechanical disc brakes (front and rear)
- Drivetrain: Shimano 2x (14–16 speeds, depending on model year)
- Wheels: 27.5" or 29" (depending on frame size)
- Saddle: Bontrager sport saddle
- Pedals: Flat platform pedals
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Inclusions
What’s Included
- Accommodations for 8 nights
- Daily breakfasts, 7 lunches, & 6 dinners
- Electric mountain bike (helmet included)
- All guided excursions and activities described in the itinerary
- All entrance fees to national parks, protected areas, and cultural sites
- Professional naturalist guide with WFR certification
- Luggage transfers
- Private ground transportation
- Internal flight to Pumalín
- Local taxes
- Sustainability-focused small-group travel with carbon offset
What’s Not Included
- International flights
- Meals not mentioned in what’s included
- Spa treatments
- Laundry services
- Gratuities
- Bike Protection
- Travel Insurance
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Dates & Pricing
Dates & Pricing
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- 2026 Daily Oct 1–Dec 31 from $ 37622026 departures: Daily Oct 1–Dec 31
2026 October Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2026 November Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2026 December Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Tour Package 4 travelers Double occupancy $ 5005 Single occupancy $ 5572 5 travelers Double occupancy $ 4605 Single occupancy $ 5172 6 travelers Double occupancy $ 4343 Single occupancy $ 4910 7 travelers Double occupancy $ 4068 Single occupancy $ 4635 8 travelers Double occupancy $ 4018 Single occupancy $ 4585 9 travelers Double occupancy $ 3999 Single occupancy $ 4566 10 travelers Double occupancy $ 3905 Single occupancy $ 4472 11 travelers Double occupancy $ 3824 Single occupancy $ 4391 12 travelers Double occupancy $ 3762 Single occupancy $ 4329 Bike Rentals Price Electric Mountain Bike Included
- Extra Options
Extra options Sea kayaking the Reloncaví Fjord Minimum of 4 participants required$ 179
Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
- 2026 Daily Oct 1–Dec 31 from $ 3762
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Extra Info
Skill Level — Moderate
This is a moderately active e-bike and hiking experience designed for travelers with a good general level of fitness. Daily cycling distances range from approximately 15 to 50 miles (25–80 km), with some rolling terrain and moderate elevation gain. The use of e-bikes makes longer distances accessible and allows riders to adjust effort as needed. Hikes are generally moderate, following well-maintained trails in national parks and coastal areas.
Airport Info
International arrivals and departures are most convenient via Santiago International Airport (SCL). From Santiago, a domestic flight connects to Puerto Montt (PMC), the main airport serving Chile’s Lake District. Return flights to Santiago are from either Castro (MHC) on Chiloé Island or Puerto Montt (PMC).
Local Travel
Upon arrival in Puerto Montt, a private transfer is arranged to your hotel in Puerto Varas (approximately 30 minutes). At the conclusion of the journey in Chiloé, a private transfer is provided to either Castro or Puerto Montt airport for onward domestic flights.
Climate
From October through April, the Lake District and Chiloé Island enjoy mild to warm temperatures (55–75°F / 13–24°C) and long daylight hours. Weather can shift throughout the day, with a mix of sun and occasional rain, especially in rainforest areas, so layered clothing and light waterproof gear are recommended.
Remarks
Please note, for the flight to Pumalín National Park (days 2–4), luggage is limited to a maximum of 33 lbs (15 kg) per person.
Important to know
It is each traveler's responsibility to research travel requirements and to ensure that they are in compliance with the country or countries they plan to visit. This includes and is not limited to passport validity, blank visa pages required for your destination (s), and any other requirements.
US citizens: A good website to research the requirements of foreign travel is travel.gov
Non-US citizens: Please research the requirements of your country of residence for international travel and the destination country.
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