PRIVATE-Hike to Alerce Andino National Park. Alerces Forest.

In Puerto Montt

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PRIVATE-Hike to Alerce Andino National Park. Alerces Forest.
Biodiversity is so rich that a good guide will enhance your experience of visiting this forest. Learning about ecology, the valdivian forest , curiosities about nature is unique . And you will see why!
Free cancellation Private tour Pickup included

What's included

  • PRIVATE_TRANSPORTATION
  • Fee to The National Park
  • LUNCH
  • Licensed SERNATUR Professional Trekking Guide with WFR Certificate.
  • AIR_CONDITIONED_VEHICLE

What's not included

  • GRATUITIES
  • BOTTLED_WATER

Itinerary

  1. Spend the day out in the trails visiting ancient and giant Alerce pine trees a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. We will take the route Carretera Austral southwards, winding around the beautiful forested fjord of Reloncaví, beneath its snow-capped Andean mountains. The Carretera Austral is also known as Rte. 7, and it begins just outside the city limits of Puerto Montt, We will reach Parque Nacional Alerce Andino. This 39,255-hectare (96,960-acre) park is home to the alerce (fitzroyacupresoides), which is often compared to the sequoia for its thick diameter and height. These venerable giants can live more than 3,000 years, making them the second-oldest tree, after the American bristlecone pine. Other species in the park include evergreen beech, mañío, canelo, ulmo, and thick crops of ferns. It can get pretty wet here year-round, so bring rain gear just in case. After 1 hour drive, we will begin the walk from the park ranger ticket office. (6h 0min)
  2. Cruzaremos el Rio Chamiza
  3. Pasearemos por el Seno de Reloncavi.
  4. Conducimos desde el inicio de la carretera Austral hasta el Parque Nacional
  5. Atravesamos la ciudad.

Practical information

Operated by
Patagonia Trails
Travellers per booking
1–15
Languages
en, es
Confirmation
MANUAL

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 8 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.