Chile · CANOES & KAYAKS
Chile is long and your holiday is not, so this is the short version: 14 kayak trips, each with a price, a traveller verdict and the detail that decides it.
Paddle four Patagonian lakes near Villa La Angostura with quality gear, tea, small groups, and expert care from Patagonia Infinita.
“Passeio incrível de Kayak em Villa La Angostura! Definitivamente recomendo essa experiência. Os equipamentos são de excelente qualidade, Pablo e Marcela foram muito gentis e atenciosos. Amamos nossa experiência!”
Review of Dalca Adventures’ four-hour kayak tour on Lake Nahuel Huapi, with calm water, a beach picnic, trained guides, and small groups.
“This was a wonderful trip, I could do this over and over again. It’s a beautiful location, very peaceful and nice views. You stop at an island for a snack and drink and it’s a nice break. The group had fun and I just was so happy to get a chance to be on the water in this amazing place.”
Paddle Pucon’s Liucura River through calm water and white-water rapids, with volcano views, local guides, gear, and transport included.
“Had an amazing afternoon with Lorenzo and Guillermo guiding us through the rivers on kayaks, there knowledge of the area elevated the experience and ensured we had an amazing time whilst remaining safe. Would totally recommend, an unforgettable afternoon with great people.”
Paddle from Lago Llanquihue into the peaceful Maullín River, with Andes views, wildlife, snacks, pizza, beer, and local guides.
“We had the best day of our trip so far! The river and its surrounds were lovely - clear, deep water as well as shallow parts with interesting flora, a steady current, beautiful surrounds and lots of birds to watch. Phillipe was a great guide with lots of info about the habitat and guidance about kayaking in this area. Between him and Steve the whole activity was a pleasure - really nice to chat with them at the end over pizza and a beer. Highly recommend this day trip.”
Paddle the Maullín River’s sunken forest near Llanquihue with expert guides, birdlife, kayaks, snacks, pizza, and craft beer.
“Amazing tour and guides! They had so much knowledge about the wildlife and Chile in general. The tour was the perfect level of difficulty and I felt safe the whole time. A big thanks Felipe for all the Puerto Varas recommendations as well. Overall, fantastic experience!”
Kayak through Patagonia’s Marble Chapels with warm gear, small groups, geology lessons, photos, and a safe three-hour outing.
“Magdalena was great and very flexible to our schedule, the weather, and making sure we got the full experience.”
Paddle Patagonia’s first fjord from calm waters to Cochamó, with expert guides, wildlife, farmhouse lunch, gear, and transport included.
“Amazing full day sea kayak with Cata. Everything was slick and very well organised - minimum fuss and just straight to it. Cata was lovely and very knowledgeable. The lunch was an amazing experience with Yolanda and delicious traditional food. 5 stars, we loved it! Highly recommend! Thank you!”
Paddle Chile’s largest lake to the Marble Chapels near Puerto Río Tranquilo, with guides, gear, transfers, and sanctuary entry included.
“Well organized, very good equipment, great guide, very helpful and a lot of photos”
Kayak Lake Llanquihue from Puerto Varas on a small-group half-day trip with views of Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes.
“Most companies in Viator provide refunds with 24 hours notice. THIS one does not. Fine print does say this, but people DO get ill. BEWARE!!!”
Review of Punta Arenas whale kayaking, from Cape Froward to Francisco Coloane Marine Park, with practical advice on price, timing, weather, and wildlife.
“The experience of seeing Whales is incredible. You go out in the boat with everyone regardless of whether they are doing the kayak bit.”
Review of Grey Glacier kayaking in Torres del Paine: icebergs, glacier views, gear, costs, logistics, and who should book.
“I had a great time with wonderful people and special experience in Grey Glacier of Torres del Paine. I really recommend this tour!”
Kayak turquoise Laguna del Inca near Aconcagua on a private Andes day trip from Santiago, with gear, lunch, guides, and hotel pickup.
“Kayaking in Laguna Del Inca was incredible! My tour guide was Frank, and I enjoyed his company for the day. He was prompt, spoke good English (my Spanish is terrible), and is an all around good guy. He gave me the option of kayaking in a single or a double with him. Even though I am experienced at kayaking, I chose the double so that I could take lots of pics and just enjoy the scenery. The highlight was us being the only ones on the water!! Absolutely beautiful place — pictures don’t do it justice!! It is a pricey excursion for a solo traveller, but I thought it was…”
Paddle 8 km to Chile’s Marble Caves from Puerto Rio Tranquilo, with a guide, safety gear, transfers, snacks, and small groups.
“This kayak tour to the Marble Cathedral was a perfect combination of beauty, adventure and learning, made possible by the impeccable professionalism and passion of our guide Gonzalo. I highly recommend this experience to everyone as it is the only one that allows you to see and enter the formations and caves that lie beyond the cathedral.”
Paddle 30 kilometers through Reloncaví Fjord from Puerto Varas, with Osorno Volcano views, lunch, hot springs, and full gear.
“Our travel agent arranged a full day kayak trip on the Reloncavi Fjord from Puerto Varas”
The desert, the vineyards, the lakes and the ice, and the best day in each.
