Start of the Trek

Chairlift was closed since there was too much wind. This added another 1 hr to the trek.

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March 16th 2010
I highly recommend spending the $90 USD to climb Villarica volcano if the weather conditions are good. The challenging 6 hour hike using crampons and ice pick on the glacial peak rewards you with spectacular views of surrounding volcanoes and the opportunity to toboggan down a glacier! Unfortunately, we were 1 hour from the top and the volcanic fumes were blowing in our direction and forced us to ... read more

South America » Chile » Araucanía » Pucón

Prior to the coming of the Spanish in the 16th century, northern Chile was under Inca rule while Araucanian Indians inhabited central and southern Chile; the latter were not completely subjugated until the early 1880s. Although Chile declared its ind... ... read more

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