Natural beauty to explore without limits
There are hundreds of kilometers of trails to explore within the National Park, trails to walk and enjoy its landscapes and characteristic flora and fauna, such as alerce trees, tineo trees and other specimens typical of the Valdivian rainforest.
We recommend the excursions to Torrecillas Glacier and the one to the Ancient Alerce Forest. Both include boat trips across Lake Menéndez, with a 2-hour journey in each case.
Destinations
Torrecillas Glacier
ancient larch grove
Torrecillas Glacier
- Modality: trekking.
- The adventure begins in Puerto Chucao, approximately 3 km from El Aura Lodge
- After a 40-minute navigation, an ascent of just over 1 hour begins from the Old, located at the foot of the majestic Torrecillas Glacier.
- The excursion lasts 6 hours, covering 5 km on foot in approximately 1 1/2 hours.
ancient larch grove
- Type: Lake excursion.
- The adventure begins in Puerto Chucao, approximately 3 km from El Aura Lodge.
- After 1 hour of navigation you arrive at Puerto Sagrario, where the trail begins that takes you to the Grandfather, a larch tree over 2600 years old.
- The excursion lasts 4 hours, covering 6 km on foot and 2 hours by boat.
Equipment
- 20-30L daypack to carry the essentials (water, jacket, snacks, camera).
- Layering: Breathable base layer (not cotton). Mid-layer: fleece or microfiber. Insulating layer (pump jacket/synthetic down). Waterproof/windproof jacket & pants.
- Footwear: Waterproof trekking boots with good grip and ankle support. Optional: lightweight camping shoes.
- Suitable socks: Several pairs of cotton-tech (wool or synthetic) socks. Avoid damp socks.
- Protection from the elements: Sun hat, warm hat, gloves (also waterproof), scarf or neck warmer.
- Useful accessories: Trekking poles, headlamp with extra batteries, UV sunglasses, high sun protection, insect repellent.
