VILLARRICA LAKE
Know Villarrica Lake
With 170 kilometers of surface and great depth, Villarrica lake is one of the main attractions in the region. Discovered in 1551 by Pedro de Valdivia, Villarrica features an incredible landscape thanks to its beaches, fields and mountains. Pucara and Linda beaches are the most popular ones, because of its calm waters and the possibility to practice aquatic sports.
Destination's information:
Attractions: Flora. Beautiful surroundings.
Activities: Swimming, banano, aquatic ski, sport fishing, rowing, surf, windsurf, sailing, flora and fauna contemplation, photography.
Location: Araucanía
How to get there: Land route, by route that conects Temuco, Freire and Villarrica.
When to go: All year long.
Weather: Rainy, moderate weather. This weather features rain all year long; in the interior, the temperature oscillates between day and night time. In the high lands there´s a cold weather.
Services: Housing, food, outdoor activities.
Surroundings: Araucano Hill, Comulo Hill, Caburgua Hill, Villarrica Lake, Careau Lagoon, Ojos del Caburgua or Cahuello waterfalls, Villarrica National Park, Blanca Beach, Negra Beach, Pucón, Salto del León, Yanqui Springs, Lanin Volcano, Villarrica Volcano, Huerquehue National Park.