At Rincón Bonito, the experience begins before you arrive! We are situated in a remote valley and will assist in making your journey seamless.
For Road
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The Road
Route: Puerto Montt / Puerto Varas / Ensenada / Ralún / Cochamó / Río Puelo / Lago Tagua Tagua / Llanada Grande / Primer Corral.
This journey covers 229 kilometers of some of the most beautiful scenic routes in the region, leading to the start of the trail at the Correntoso Footbridge. Half of the route is paved, while the other half consists of gravel roads built to the same standards as the Carretera Austral. The approximate driving time is 5 hours, not including the ferry crossing and waiting times.
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The Ferry
• Capacity for 9 pickup trucks
• Operates on a first-come, first-served basis
• There are 4 schedules during the summer (December to March) and 3 for the rest of the year (April to November)
• Depending on the season and schedule, it is necessary to arrive 2 hours before departure
• Equipped with a restroom
• You can check the ferry schedules and rates at the following link: http://transportespuelche.cl/horarios-tarifas/tagua-tagua/ -
The Area
• No ATMs
• No gas stations
• Several well-stocked mini markets in Llanada Grande
• Movistar, Claro, and Entel signal available in different areas of the basin -
Night in Llanada Grande
If you want to explore Llanada Grande and its surroundings, here are our recommendations:
• Hostal Puelo Libre: +56 9 93322062
• Cabaña Paola Ortega: +56 9 40014444
• Cabañas Loboden: +56 9 99118342
• Ranchos del Puelo: +56 9 68120399
• Sendero Andino: +56 9 87989607
• Campo Eggers: +56 9 87300953 -
The Trail
• Difficulty: Easy
• Length: 15 km
• Elevation gain: 70 meters
• Average Incline: 5.7%
• Water points: 7 permanent water sources
• Existing infrastructure: Suspension bridge over the Correntoso River and a Tyrolean cart over the Alicia RiverThe trail begins at the suspension bridge (footbridge) over the Correntoso River. From here, a well-marked and signposted 15 km trail leads to Rincón Bonito.
This trail has been used since the early 20th century by local settlers and passes through a series of fields inhabited by people who keep the Gaucho Campesino culture alive. The route follows the southern bank of the Ventisquero River, crossing through primary forests, new growth, and pampas. Its main attractions include the forest, views of the Ventisquero River, and Hanging Glaciers.
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Hiking the Trail
One of the best trails in the area, it is relatively flat, wide, and well-marked. It features bridges and Tyrolean carts as alternatives when the rivers are swollen from snowmelt and rain. The 15 kilometers from the Correntoso footbridge can be covered in an average of 4 hours. The trail has several water points, and you can often hear the Woodpecker, the Chucao, the Wett Wett, and the Fio Fio, who visits us every summer.
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Riding the Trail
Riding is undoubtedly the traditional way to travel in the area. The main difference from trekking is the fording of the Ventisquero River to shorten the journey, when the river allows. It offers stunning views of the mountainous landscape and the glaciers hanging from the peaks at the end of the valley.
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Trail with Packhorses
A great way to travel is to have your load transported by packhorses, allowing you to walk lightly and leisurely along this beautiful mountain trail.
If needed, we can provide you with a list of local muleteers.
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For Air
Contamos con un aeródromo autorizado para aviones STOL (short take off and landing) con matrícula SCBT. Desde el aeródromo del Tepual en Puerto Montt hasta Rincón Bonito calculamos un tiempo de aproximadamente 45 minutos sobrevolando paisajes extraordinarios.
Otros tramos:
Llanada Grande a Rincón Bonito
Río Puelo a Rincón Bonito
Cochamó a Rincón Bonito
Hornopirén a Rincón Bonito
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