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Puerto Varas in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Puerto Varas? Volcano, falls and lakeshore. Here is how to spend one perfect day — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Osorno
  2. 2Petrohué
  3. 3Frutillar
  4. 4Sunset

Morning: the Osorno Volcano

The snow-capped icon of the lakes.

Midday: the Petrohué Falls

Turquoise water and black rock.

Afternoon: Frutillar

The German lakeside town.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Puerto Varas — prices per person.

Excursion d'une journée sur le volcan Osorno et les chutes Petrohue en petit groupe
Puerto Varas
Excursion d'une journée sur le volcan Osorno et les chutes Petrohue en petit groupe
4.9(172)·10 heures
à partir de$90/ personne
via Viator
Excursion à terre Frutillar, Petrohue Falls et Puerto Varas
Puerto Montt
Excursion à terre Frutillar, Petrohue Falls et Puerto Varas
5.0(21)·7 heures
à partir de$66/ personne
via Viator
Excursion privée en bord de mer à Puerto Montt, Puerto Varas et Frutillar
Puerto Montt
Excursion privée en bord de mer à Puerto Montt, Puerto Varas et Frutillar
4.7(18)·6 heures
à partir de$287/ personne
via Viator
Excursion à terre : cascades Petrohue, Frutillar & Puerto Varas
Puerto Montt
Excursion à terre : cascades Petrohue, Frutillar & Puerto Varas
4.4(603)·6 heures
à partir de$85/ personne
via Viator

Puerto Varas in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Puerto Varas in one day?
Yes — the Osorno Volcano, the Petrohué Falls and the town of Frutillar fill one perfect day.
What is the best one-day experience?
A combined Osorno Volcano and Petrohué Falls tour, the region’s classic outing.
Is one day enough?
One day covers the volcano and falls; add a day for Chiloé Island or a lake cruise.

Explore more in Puerto Varas

Osorno VolcanoPetrohué FallsChiloé IslandFrutillar & LakeshoreLake Cruise