Carretera Austral North

Carretera Austral North Trips & Tours

Carretera Austral North

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Carretera Austral North Trips & Tours

See the beauty of Patagonia at your own pace on a journey where every turn brings new adventure.
When you hear chatter about the 'Most Scenic Highway in the World', there should only be two words on your lips: road trip. This superlative title has been given to the Carretera Austral, a rugged, meandering route that spans 1,247 kilometres, and wants for nothing in the views department. The northern portion begins in Puerto Montt, winding through acres of thick forest and sprawling valleys, with ample opportunity to explore Chilean Patagonia's parks and reserves. Find yourself in the magnificent Futaleufu Reserve, famous for its iridescent river and some of the most thrilling rapids in the world, hike into Queulat National Park to see the imposing Hanging Glacier, or search for puma, red fox, pudu and soaring condors.
Things to do

What to do in Carretera Austral North

As the northern portion of the 'Most Scenic Highway in the World', there's no end to the ravishing vistas you'll encounter. The best way to see it all is on a road trip, which passes lush forests, barren steps, deep-blue lakes and glacial Patagonian landscapes. Along the way, there's plenty of activities to get involved with, whether it's braving some of the best rapids on Earth, scenic hiking excursions or riding horseback into a cloistered valley. From Queulat's Hanging Glacier to the ever-changing colours of the Futaleufu River, photogenic is the word.

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Why you'll love it

Why you'll love it

Feeling like the only people on the planet as you rumble along the Carretera Austral where the next destination is always at your whim.
Off the beaten track

Off the beaten track

At most of the stops along the Carretera Austral, activities range from easy ambles to daring feats that take you off the beaten track and then some, including rafting the notorious 'Casa de Piedra' rapid.
Something to think about

Something to think about

If you're planning on a self-driving adventure, you'll need to be prepared for all possibilities, take plenty of water and get to know your map VERY well.
Best time to visit

When to go on a Carretera Austral North Trip

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