{"id":76660,"date":"2026-01-10T12:45:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-10T15:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chile.travel\/?p=52489"},"modified":"2026-03-05T17:15:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T20:15:29","slug":"travel-guide-5-must-see-destinations-on-the-carretera-austral","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chile.travel\/en\/blog\/travel-guide-5-must-see-destinations-on-the-carretera-austral\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel guide: 5 must-see destinations on the Carretera Austral"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visit the destinations on the Carretera Austral (Austral Highway) and discover why it is one of the most beautiful routes in the world. Don\u2019t know how to start or where to stay? Here you have a travel guide including 5 must-see locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ruta 7 or <a href=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/en\/destinations\/carretera-austral\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Carretera Austral<\/a>&nbsp;starts in the south of the Los Lagos Region and crosses the entire Ays\u00e9n Region. To get there, you can take a plane to<strong>El Tepual Airport in Puerto Montt<\/strong> and move south, or arrive directly at <strong>Balmaceda Airport<\/strong>, one hour from&nbsp;<strong>Coyhaique<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember to always prefer services registered with Sernatur,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/serviciosturisticos.sernatur.cl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">which you can check at the following link.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/en\/good-to-know\/entry-and-visa-requirements\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check the requirements to visit Chile here.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Travel guide: 5 must-see destinations on the Carretera Austral<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Futaleuf\u00fa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bkt-chile-travel\/2024\/09\/7986519d-futaleufu-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52433\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Sernatur Audiovisual Bank<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/en\/blog\/futaleufu-and-puerto-natales-are-among-the-100-most-sustainable-destinations-in-the-world-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Futaleuf\u00fa<\/a> is a mandatory stop for any kind of trip on the Carretera Austral. A town known for its crystal-clear waters and its ideal rapids to do rafting, kayak and other water sports.&nbsp;<strong>Its name means \u201cBig River\u201d in Mapudungun.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Among its unmissable locations there is the <strong>Tronador Lagoon<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;the <strong>Piedra del \u00c1guila (Stone of the Eagle)<\/strong>, which has an incredible panoramic view. Moreover, just two hours away we have <a href=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/en\/blog\/pumalin-national-park-preservation-as-an-impulse-in-local-development\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pumal\u00edn National Park<\/a>, beautiful Valdivian forest surroundings and&nbsp;where nature reveals itself in the purest way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How do I get to Futaleuf\u00fa?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Puerto Montt you must travel south 390 km by bus or in a vehicle along the Carretera Austral.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/en\/itineraries\/visit-the-carretera-austral-through-the-green-patagonia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">We recommend stopping off in other amazing places like Hornopir\u00e9n and Chait\u00e9n.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where can I stay in Futaleuf\u00fa?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Futaleuf\u00fa has a wide variety of tourist accommodation at different prices. Learn more at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.futaleufu.cl\/turismo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>www.futaleufu.cl\/turismo&nbsp;<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Queulat National Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bkt-chile-travel\/2024\/09\/fc35c75f-parque-nacional-queulat-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52429\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Sernatur Audiovisual Bank<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A place of unbeatable beauty, the <strong>Queulat<\/strong> <strong>National Park<\/strong> is impressive. We have the <strong>Hanging Snowdrift<\/strong> here, an enormous glacier that serves up a show when it falls off, causing a waterfall that falls into the valley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of its most famous routes is the&nbsp;<strong>Enchanted Forest<\/strong>, which will make you feel you are inside a tale of fantasy. Moreover, in its rivers and lagoons you can go&nbsp;<strong>kayaking and sport fishing.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How do I get to Queulat National Park?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The closest city to Queulat National Park is&nbsp;<strong>Puerto Cisnes<\/strong>, located four hours from Futaleuf\u00fa and three hours from Coyhaique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Puerto Cisnes is one hour from the park, on a trail that must be crossed in a vehicle in good condition because of its rubble stretches. You can buy a ticket from 3,000 CLP at&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/pasesparques.cl\/\">Pasesparques.cl<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where can I stay?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Queulat National Park has <strong>camping areas which cost 5,000 CLP per person.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Plan your stay at <a href=\"https:\/\/aysenpatagonia.cl\/planifica-tu-viaje\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/aysenpatagonia.cl\/planifica-tu-viaje<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">San Rafael Lagoon National Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bkt-chile-travel\/2024\/09\/e7910989-laguna-san-rafael-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52425\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Sernatur Audiovisual Bank<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The<strong> San Rafael Lagoon National Park&nbsp;<\/strong>is formed by a lagoon and a huge glacier of the same name, which make up an impressive postcard that leaves you speechless. You\u2019ll sail through millenary icebergs and turquoise color waters whose existence tell the story of the Earth in an experience that\u2019s enjoyable in all senses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How do I get to San Rafael Lagoon National Park?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Coyhaique you must travel 15 km to Puerto Chacabuco, where the boats depart to the lagoon<strong>. The journey lasts between 10 and 12 hours. <\/strong>You can buy a ticket from 3,000 CLP at&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/pasesparques.cl\/\">Pasesparques.cl<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where can I stay?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Coyhaique you\u2019ll find countless accommodation, from cheap to more luxurious options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Plan your stay at <a href=\"https:\/\/aysenpatagonia.cl\/planifica-tu-viaje\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/aysenpatagonia.cl\/planifica-tu-viaje<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">General Carrera Lake and Marble Chapels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bkt-chile-travel\/2024\/09\/d9a79cbd-capillas-de-marmol-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52421\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Sernatur Audiovisual Bank<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Did you know that the General Carrera Lake is the second largest lake in South America?<\/strong>&nbsp;You\u2019ll love this huge mass of water because of its beautiful surroundings and because of its main attraction: the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/en\/itineraries\/explore-and-discover-the-landscapes-of-the-aysen-region\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Marble Chapels.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sailing in this place is like traveling to another planet, one made of carved marble that shines with shades that change colors with sunlight. Moreover, beautiful birds like condor and black-necked swan inhabit the zone, something that lovers of <a href=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/en\/blog\/birdwatching-in-chile-discover-some-of-our-chilean-birds-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">birdwatching<\/a> will love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How do I get to General Carrera Lake?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Coyhaique you must travel around 4 to 5 hours to<strong> Puerto R\u00edo Tranquilo.<\/strong>&nbsp;From there you can sail to the Marble Chapels, which takes near an hour and a half.&nbsp;<strong>You\u2019ll find tours from 20,000 CLP.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where can I stay?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can stay in Coyhaique or in Puerto R\u00edo Tranquilo, where you\u2019ll find a variety of prices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Plan your stay at <a href=\"https:\/\/aysenpatagonia.cl\/planifica-tu-viaje\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/aysenpatagonia.cl\/planifica-tu-viaje<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Caleta Tortel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bkt-chile-travel\/2024\/09\/af203307-caleta-tortel-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52417\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Sernatur Audiovisual Bank<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located next to the mouth of the Baker River,&nbsp;<strong>Caleta Tortel<\/strong>&nbsp;is a unique town. Instead of streets, there are wooden walkways that connect different color houses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s a town full of warmth, with kind residents,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/en\/blog\/discover-chiles-seafood-cuisine-from-north-to-south\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">exquisite homemade cuisine<\/a>&nbsp;and beautiful landscapes. Moreover, the area is filled with tourist attractions, like the mysterious&nbsp;<strong>Isla de los Muertos (Island of the Death), the Quetru lake and the Jorge Montt and Steffens glaciers.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How do I get to Caleta Tortel?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Coyhaique<strong>, it\u2019ll take you between 6 and 8 hours<\/strong>&nbsp;to get to Caleta Tortel along the Carretera Austral. You can travel by private car or by bus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where can I stay?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Caleta Tortel you\u2019ll find different accommodations and places to camp. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Plan your stay at <a href=\"https:\/\/aysenpatagonia.cl\/planifica-tu-viaje\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/aysenpatagonia.cl\/planifica-tu-viaje<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00a1Claro! Aqu\u00ed tienes la traducci\u00f3n de los textos sobre <strong>Puyuhuapi<\/strong> y el <strong>Parque Nacional Cerro Castillo<\/strong> a los cuatro idiomas solicitados. He mantenido el formato organizado para que sea f\u00e1cil de leer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Puyuhuapi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/34736b4f-puyuhuapi-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-93511\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/34736b4f-puyuhuapi-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/34736b4f-puyuhuapi-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/34736b4f-puyuhuapi-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/34736b4f-puyuhuapi-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/34736b4f-puyuhuapi.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Puyuhuapi is a small town founded by German settlers in 1935 on the shores of the fjord of the same name. Its charm lies precisely in that calm: quiet streets, wooden houses, and exuberant nature surrounding it completely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its most famous attraction is the <strong>Puyuhuapi Hot Springs<\/strong>, thermal waters that spring up in front of the fjord, allowing you to bathe with views of the snowy mountain range\u2014an experience hard to beat. Additionally, the town is the gateway to <strong>Queulat National Park<\/strong> and an ideal resting point on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to get to Puyuhuapi? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Futaleuf\u00fa, Puyuhuapi is located approximately four hours south along the Carretera Austral. You can also arrive from Coyhaique in about three hours heading north.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where to stay? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The town has hostels and cabins at various prices. For the hot springs, there is the option of staying directly at the <strong>Lodge &amp; Spa Puyuhuapi<\/strong>, which features thermal baths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Cerro Castillo National Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ee653504-cerro-castillo-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-93521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ee653504-cerro-castillo-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ee653504-cerro-castillo-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ee653504-cerro-castillo-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ee653504-cerro-castillo-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ee653504-cerro-castillo.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most spectacular destinations on the Carretera Austral, <strong>Cerro Castillo National Park<\/strong> stands out for its black basalt summit and hanging glaciers visible from various points along the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its flagship trek is the <strong>Las Horquetas<\/strong> trail, considered by many travelers as an equally impressive alternative to Torres del Paine but with far fewer tourists. Along the way, it is even possible to spot <strong>huemules<\/strong>, the most emblematic native deer of Chilean Patagonia and an endangered species.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to get to Cerro Castillo? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The park is located approximately 80 km south of Coyhaique, about 75 minutes by vehicle along the Carretera Austral. The village of Villa Cerro Castillo is the starting point for all treks. You can purchase tickets at <strong>Pasesparques.cl<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where to stay? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Villa Cerro Castillo has lodgings, campsites, and local guide services. You can also stay in Coyhaique and visit the park for the day.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Visit the destinations on the Carretera Austral (Austral Highway) and discover why it is one of the most beautiful routes in the world. 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