There is always talk about what will be the ‘next Pucón’. The most common answer these days is Puerto Varas. That may mystify some as Puerto Varas has long been a vacationer’s paradise, but where Varas follows in the footsteps of Pucón is that it is quickly becoming the go-to destination for a variety of outdoor adventure sports. They have gone as far as to build cables for canopy rides on a forested hill right in town. There is great access to water sports – kayaking in particular – canyoning, climbing, fishing, hiking and even skiing. While Puerto Varas gets packed in the summer, it still receives many more independent travelers than the package-tour onslaught that sieges Pucón. It basically shuts down in the winter except for a few hearty skiers and mountaineers.
Puerto Varas has much more than just outdoor sports. It is a friendly and welcoming town with some decent bars, restaurants and accommodations. It is graced with superb views across the lake to the two snowy volcanoes: Osorno and Calbuco. With all of the conveniences of Puerto Montt just a short trip away, Puerto Varas is a top choice for an extended stay and also makes a good base for exploring the region.
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