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Scenic Catamaran Tour on Llanquihue lake

4.980 reviewsCity tours

  • 45 minutes
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 3 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Embark on a family-friendly catamaran adventure across the stunning waters of Llanquihue Lake, the second largest lake in South America and one of Chile’s most iconic natural landmarks. This relaxing and educational experience is perfect for all ages, offering panoramic views of snow-capped volcanoes, lush forests, and the charming lakeside town that dot the shoreline. As you sail, enjoy the comfort of an onboard coffee serving delicious snacks, hot chocolate, and local treats—ideal for warming up and sharing a moment with loved ones. The journey is enhanced by a guided audio tour, available in multiple languages, that brings to life the rich history, geography, and cultural heritage of the region. Whether you're traveling with kids, grandparents, or just looking for a peaceful way to explore the beauty of southern Chile, this scenic cruise is a memorable experience the whole family will enjoy.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Rain ponchos
  • Restroom on board
  • Blankets to keep you warm from the cold
  • Historical and geographical audio tour available in 3 languages

What's not

  • Onboard coffee products

Itinerary

  1. We'll enjoy a stunning view of the magnificent Teatro del Lago from the lake.

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  2. If the weather allows, we’ll be able to see five volcanoes along the mountain range.

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  3. Experience the charm of Frutillar from a whole new perspective.

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

4.9

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Ratings come from 80 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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  • 5Good tour in frutillar

    Good tour not too long or short about 45min. About 10,000clp. I ordered a hot chocolate it was pretty good. Tour also gives a brief history of frutillar. Very informative!! Recommend 👍

    brendabT1138TUvia Tripadvisor

  • 5Fun boat tour on Frutillar

    Great experience! The boat ride is really nice and profesional. The audiotour has some interesting info about the area and the volcanos, and it's both in english and spanish. Really nice crew as well! Brought us blankets for the cold and were willing to answer any extra question we had. They took some really cool polaroid pictures of us by the lake theater!

    98javieryvia Tripadvisor

  • 5Wonderful boat tour

    Really nice boat ride with a view of the volcanoes and information about the lake. They had English in addition to Spanish for the history lessons.

    danitY9459EXvia Tripadvisor

  • 3You get what you pay for

    It wasn't great. It wasn't bad. You basically get on the boat and circle the bay once while a recording plays and tells you about the lake. It's something to do to fill time and it was inexpensive.

    jamiedC8458NPvia Tripadvisor

  • 5Informative and beautiful catamaran tour

    It was a nice experience! I was a bit late and they were so kind to wait for me.. Good onboard menu of snacks, hot chocolate etc. I got to see and take pictures and enjoy the breeze and sunny day. The crew were nice and helpful 👍

    EdChewvia Tripadvisor

Know before you go

Meeting point
Find us at the Frutillar dock, right in front of the Chessboard on the boardwalk.
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 38 travellers
Operated by
Catamarán Bandurria
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Puerto Varas

  • Its from-price is 93% below the median of the 8 city tours we list in Puerto Varas.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 1 of 8.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Puerto Varas

Puerto Varas is a lakeside town in southern Chile, set on Lake Llanquihue beneath the Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes with a German-settler stamp.

Puerto Varas sits on the shore of Lake Llanquihue, one of Chile's largest lakes, with the snow-capped cone of Osorno volcano standing across the water and the jagged Calbuco close by. German families settled the region from the 1850s, and the wooden houses with steep shingled roofs and the gardens full of roses along the lakefront still show their influence.

Top-ranked sights in Puerto Varas: Llanquihue Lake, Calbuco Volcano.

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