Flavors of Chile by E-Bike

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 Chiloé

Day 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)

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

E-bike Hybrid: Trek XM700

• Frame: Aluminium step-over frame (urban geometry)
• Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes (front and rear)
• Drivetrain: Shimano 2x9 (18-speed)
• Wheels: 700c
• Saddle: Comfort-oriented saddle
• Pedals: Flat platform pedals

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