Casually earth day with a sunny autumn evening when the volcano begun to erupt shaping an amazing landscape on the sky.
Along with its neighbor Osorno, is one of Chile's most active volcanoes. It is located 11 km south of Lake Llanquihue and 30 km NE of the town of Puerto Mont in the Lake District in southern Chile.
Calbuco volcano consists mainly of blocky lava flows and tephra layers, and its summit is truncated by a 400-500 m wide summit crater. Debris avalanches from Calbuco have reached Lake Llanquihue.
One of the largest historical eruptions in southern Chile took place from Calbuco in 1893-1894. It ended with the formation of a lava dome in the summit crater. Later eruptions have enlarged the lava-dome complex. This volcano erupted last 22nd April 2015. Calbuco Volcano is the third most active Volcano in the Region after Villarica and Llaima with 2003 meters above sea level.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
12:00 AM and 8:30 AM
Next available
Wed, Oct 7
Adult (ages 11–76)
$308
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
Season 2026/2027
Pickup included
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Sandwich, fruit, snack. dried fruits.
WFR Certified Professional Trekking Guide
Not included
At least 2 litres per person per day.
Pickup Locations & Times
We can pick you at the preferred hotel. Please let us know the address in advance.
Traveller Ratings
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How it compares in Puerto Varas
Starting price $308 is 58% above the typical $195 for tours of similar length in Puerto Varas
Excurgo comparison of 101 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does PRIVATE- Calbuco Volcano Hike- take?
PRIVATE- Calbuco Volcano Hike- lasts about 8 hours.
How much does PRIVATE- Calbuco Volcano Hike- cost?
Prices start at $308 per person for this Puerto Varas experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does PRIVATE- Calbuco Volcano Hike- run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 12:00 AM and 8:30 AM.
Can I cancel PRIVATE- Calbuco Volcano Hike- for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We can pick you at the preferred hotel. Please let us know the address in advance. Pickup points include Casa Kalfu, Solace Hotel.
What languages is PRIVATE- Calbuco Volcano Hike- offered in?
The experience is available in EN, IT, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 4 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is PRIVATE- Calbuco Volcano Hike- worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Patagonia Trails.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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GLK83
April 3, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great guide for an interesting hike!
Highly recommend Maria, great communication prior to the hike. Collected from hotel and spoke excellent English. Maria provided a delicious lunch and was excellent company throughout the hike! The hike itself was really interesting to see the ancient forests and the destruction from previous eruptions. The hike takes you through the forests and the terrain is quite muddy and full of tree roots and obstacles which makes for a good challenge!
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