Saltos del Petrohue
Saltos del Petrohue
4.5
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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- pablucho35Savannah, Georgia120 contributionsBreath taking viewSpectacular view of the river and volcano. Definitely a visit if you are in the south of Chile. There are some large annoying bugs all over the place, but you just have to keep scaring them away. Breath taking views are great. You pay 2000 for parking but afterwards I realized that if I had driven a bit more, I could have parked for free along the road. Nice gift shops.Visited January 2023Travelled with friendsWritten January 7, 2023
- Doc ChialFort Lauderdale, Florida99 contributionsMUY RECOMENDADOMUY RECOMENDADO. Hermoso paisaje, vale la pena. No pueden dejar de venir si estan en Puerto Varas. El volcan detras, se ve hermoso. Buen contacto con la naturaleza, aire puro, el color turquesa del agua, y esas corrientes y cascadas de agua, Salen fotos extraordinarias en los puntos claves del corredizo para caminar cerca del rio. NO se lo pierdanVisited February 2023Written February 27, 2023
- Doc ChialFort Lauderdale, Florida99 contributionsMUY RECOMENDADOMUY RECOMENDADO. Hermoso paisaje, vale la pena. No pueden dejar de venir si estan en Puerto Varas. El volcan detras, se ve hermoso. Buen contacto con la naturaleza, aire puro, el color turquesa del agua, y esas corrientes y cascadas de agua, Salen fotos extraordinarias en los puntos claves del corredizo para caminar cerca del rio. NO se lo pierdanVisited February 2023Written February 27, 2023
- DuncanTCHEast Greenbush, New York1,272 contributionsThe perfect outdoor setting with amazing backdropSaltos del Petrohue is perfect setting to take in the beauty that is the country of Chile. The rapids have well constructed walkways over the various parts of the rapids, all of which are wide enough to let several people pass. Obviously, there are places where everyone wants to take pictures, but these more crowded areas are quickly cleared and everyone is able to take in the terrific views. The water is an amazing blue-green color that's not to be missed. The setting is perfect and the volcano makes an impressive backdrop for any photo. Definitely a must see location when in Puerto Varas.Visited January 2023Written March 7, 2023
- KarenM1_101,084 contributionsVery nice areaOur tour from the cruise ship stopped at Petrohue Rapids. Here we walked along a path to see the rapids and several waterfalls that were in the area. The area was very nice and there were several visitors when we visited. I would recommend coming here. Well worth the time.Visited January 2023Written May 26, 2023
- Mauricio GonzalezQuebec City, Canada439 contributionsNice place to visit. Wear waterproof clothing. The trails can be slippery.Nice place to visit. Close to the falls, there is a lot of moisture and wind. You may end up all wet. Wear waterproof clothing if you want to be there sightseeing for some time. The trails can be slippery, so it's best to wear good shoes.Visited July 2023Travelled with familyWritten July 21, 2023
- R S7 contributionsWorld-class views and very accessible.World-class. Just wonderful. There are 3 walking routes you can do, 1 to the main falls and view of Osorno volcano (500m and very smooth accessible path suitable for wheelchair/pram) a second loop (680m easy walking but not for wheelchair/pram) to some additional viewpoints of the river and a separate smaller fall, and a third slightly longer loop (1km not for wheelchair/pram) through the forest. We did all 3 and included a meal stop in the on site cafe/restaurant after the second just because we could. ( great photo opportunity with one of the foxes that can be found in many of the local tourist car parks). Just lovely.Visited November 2023Travelled with familyWritten November 21, 2023
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7 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Family
World-class. Just wonderful.
There are 3 walking routes you can do, 1 to the main falls and view of Osorno volcano (500m and very smooth accessible path suitable for wheelchair/pram) a second loop (680m easy walking but not for wheelchair/pram) to some additional viewpoints of the river and a separate smaller fall, and a third slightly longer loop (1km not for wheelchair/pram) through the forest.
We did all 3 and included a meal stop in the on site cafe/restaurant after the second just because we could. ( great photo opportunity with one of the foxes that can be found in many of the local tourist car parks).
Just lovely.
There are 3 walking routes you can do, 1 to the main falls and view of Osorno volcano (500m and very smooth accessible path suitable for wheelchair/pram) a second loop (680m easy walking but not for wheelchair/pram) to some additional viewpoints of the river and a separate smaller fall, and a third slightly longer loop (1km not for wheelchair/pram) through the forest.
We did all 3 and included a meal stop in the on site cafe/restaurant after the second just because we could. ( great photo opportunity with one of the foxes that can be found in many of the local tourist car parks).
Just lovely.
Written November 21, 2023
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Mauricio Gonzalez
Quebec City, Canada439 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Family
Nice place to visit. Close to the falls, there is a lot of moisture and wind. You may end up all wet. Wear waterproof clothing if you want to be there sightseeing for some time. The trails can be slippery, so it's best to wear good shoes.
Written July 21, 2023
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Polo Morailles
San Diego, CA107 contributions
Feb. 2023
This stop was included in my expedition, so I decided to fork over the money to visit inside.
There are great views of the river and the large, majestic mountains next it with some deep blue water.
Though when I went there, the rapids weren't as strong, so it wasn't as great as it could have been.
The park has a cafe and bathrooms and a gift shop and mini-market at the entrance. Entrance is 7,000 CLP for foreigners. Credit cards accepted.
There are great views of the river and the large, majestic mountains next it with some deep blue water.
Though when I went there, the rapids weren't as strong, so it wasn't as great as it could have been.
The park has a cafe and bathrooms and a gift shop and mini-market at the entrance. Entrance is 7,000 CLP for foreigners. Credit cards accepted.
Written June 12, 2023
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KarenM1_10
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan1,084 contributions
Jan. 2023
Our tour from the cruise ship stopped at Petrohue Rapids. Here we walked along a path to see the rapids and several waterfalls that were in the area. The area was very nice and there were several visitors when we visited. I would recommend coming here. Well worth the time.
Written May 26, 2023
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Valentina Lucia B
Santiago, Chile6 contributions
Apr. 2023 • Couples
The views are amazing, please be respectful with the nature, dont feed the wild animals, don’t throw garbage dont scrape the trees, please just be respectful
Written April 13, 2023
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DuncanTCH
East Greenbush, NY1,272 contributions
Jan. 2023
Saltos del Petrohue is perfect setting to take in the beauty that is the country of Chile. The rapids have well constructed walkways over the various parts of the rapids, all of which are wide enough to let several people pass. Obviously, there are places where everyone wants to take pictures, but these more crowded areas are quickly cleared and everyone is able to take in the terrific views. The water is an amazing blue-green color that's not to be missed. The setting is perfect and the volcano makes an impressive backdrop for any photo. Definitely a must see location when in Puerto Varas.
Written March 7, 2023
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todareistodo
Winsford, UK517 contributions
Jan. 2023 • Couples
Fantastic experience views 360degree amazing views absolutely stunning this was part of an organised excursion off the cruise ship
Written January 20, 2023
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pablucho35
Savannah, GA120 contributions
Jan. 2023 • Friends
Spectacular view of the river and volcano. Definitely a visit if you are in the south of Chile. There are some large annoying bugs all over the place, but you just have to keep scaring them away. Breath taking views are great. You pay 2000 for parking but afterwards I realized that if I had driven a bit more, I could have parked for free along the road. Nice gift shops.
Written January 7, 2023
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PBPG
Yorkshire, UK6,007 contributions
Jan. 2023
Amazing rapids, huge volumes of water and all an amazing blue colour, set against the backdrop of at least one, if not two volcanos, a must see
Written January 5, 2023
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David B
Toronto, Canada359 contributions
Nov. 2022
Really impressive! Great views of falls/rapids in a beautifully coloured river with forest and volcano backdrop. 3 seperate trails to viewpoints, really good photo access right up close to the water. Significant new infrastruction to upgrade the pathways and bridge, you feel very secure. Each trail is fairly short for walkers of all ages. Each one takes between 10 and 30 minutes. Also, we had a nice bite of lunch at the restaurant located where the 3 trails split off.
Written November 27, 2022
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Se está pidiendo el carnet del plan de vacunacion con las 3 vacunas?
Marcealvarez
Santiago, Chile52 contributions
Si , sirve el QR del carnet de identidad o el QR del pase de movilidad
Hola! Para ir a los saltos hay que pagar? Se puede hacer sin tour?
LuliC
Chile32 contributions
Si,se paga entrada en la entrada. Podés ir perfectamente sin tour, está a unos 45’ desde Puerto Varas en auto.
Leonardo D
Volta Redonda, RJ
Está funcionando com a Pandemia ?
OLIVIERI EDU
Franca, SP142 contributions
quando fui usei a agencia de passeios SO VIAGENS ;postado comentarios aqui; talvez o CRISTOBAN possa lhe informar
Camila
1 contribution
Se pude bañar en la cascada ?
juanpablobravo8@gmail.com
Santiago, Chile22 contributions
No esta permitido bañarse en la cascada.
Hola se puede ingresar con mascotas
Angeles F
Province of A Coruna, Spain64 contributions
No está permitido
Consuelo Gomez Guerra
Quillota, Chile15 contributions
Desde Puerto Montt salen buses hasta saltos de petrohue?? O puerto varas? Horarios por favor
Bravemann
Quilpue, Chile
Hola, alguien sabe cuánto cuesta el transporte público a los Saltos desde Puerto Varas? Hay buses para la vuelta? Gracias!
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Frequently Asked Questions about Saltos del Petrohue
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Saltos del Petrohue:
- Osorno Volcano and Petrohué Waterfalls (From C$61.75)
- Frutillar, Puerto Varas, and Petrohué Waterfalls Excursion from Puerto Montt (From C$115.51)
- Private Tour: Puerto Montt, Puerto Varas and Vicente Peres Rosales National Park (From C$419.36)
- Osorno Volcano and Petrohué Falls - Full day (From C$511.71)
- Premium Full day Tour to Osorno Volcano and Petrohue in Puerto Varas (From C$326.15)
- Hotels near Saltos del Petrohue:
- (8.16 km) Bordemundo B&B y Cabanas
- (8.56 km) Hostal Erika
- (8.64 km) Hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas
- (10.51 km) Alojamiento Familiar Vista Al Mar
- (9.02 km) Solace Hotel
- Restaurants near Saltos del Petrohue:
- (0.75 km) Sushi Rolls
- (9.54 km) Tomi's Pizzeria
- (8.29 km) Quintal
- (10.15 km) Chile Picante Restoran
- (9.02 km) Santo Fuego
- Attractions near Saltos del Petrohue:
- (0.92 km) Museo Historico de Puerto Montt Juan Pablo II
- (8.87 km) Turismo Puerto Varas
- (8.69 km) Alsur Expediciones
- (9.33 km) Ko'KayaK
- (9.23 km) Jass Puerto Varas