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Guided climb up Villarrica Volcano: An adventure in Pucón
The ascent of Villarrica Volcano is one of the absolute highlights for active travellers in Chile. Starting from Pucón, this adventure takes you to one of South America’s most active volcanoes, famous for its smoking crater and pristine snowfields. The tour is perfectly organised with safety and comfort in mind: experienced, certified mountain guides accompany you every step of the way and provide you with all the necessary professional equipment – from crampons and ice axes to specialised windproof clothing. To conserve energy and ensure the tour is enjoyable for fit travellers in their prime, the first third of the ascent can be comfortably covered by chairlift. Once you reach the crater’s rim, you’ll be rewarded with a spectacular view of the bubbling lava inside, as well as a magnificent panorama of the glistening lakes and neighbouring volcanoes of the Araucaria region. The absolute highlight awaits on the descent: on special sledges, you’ll glide safely and enjoyably down across the snowfields. An unforgettable, active adventure for nature lovers who, under professional and attentive guidance, want to push themselves to new heights and experience Chile’s raw natural power up close.