Accommodation options

Day by day:

Day 1: Arrival at Puerto Montt

Arrival at Puerto Montt airport, cross Chacao Channel, Check-In and rest at Chepu.
In the evening we will be having our welcome dinner ceremony at Chimango CaraCara.

Accomodation:                                                                                            Lunch & Dinner:

4 person capacity cabins                                                                         Included

Day 2: Chepu 12 km Beach Trail – Transfer to Chiloé – Afternoon in Palafito Lodge.

We rise early for our meditation session, overlooking the river, wetlands, mountain and coastal range. After this, we are in for a steep run down through native forest trails until we reach the edging beach on the Pacific ocean through the dunes, wetlands, cows, horses, and birds that inhabit the area.

Before transferring to Chiloe Island, we will savor a delicious brunch offered by our local hosts. In the evening we will enjoy a relaxing sunset practice at the beautiful board terrace with a spectacular view to the lake.

Accomodation:                                                                                            Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner:

Ecolodge – Palafito Cucao Lodge                                                         Included

Day 3: Cole cole 12 km Beach Run – Chiloé.

On day 3 we run in the majestic views of Cole Cole, the incredible hidden beach of the Chiloé National Park. It is a beach of clear sand and deep blue sea bordered by a lush jungle. The first thing is to cross a small lagoon that separates the road from the beach.

After spending the day in Cole Cole, we will come back to Chiloé to experience a sunset yoga session at Palafito terrace, with the sounds of the crashing waves.

Accomodation:                                                                                            Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner:

Ecolodge – Palafito Cucao Lodge                                                        Included

Day 4: Ferry ride – Chaitén – Pumalín Park Trek – Caleta Gonzalo.

We rise early to tackle the Ferry ride that will take us to Chaitén village, from there we will drive 60km to Caleta Gonzalo, a small town on the seafront, located in the eastern part of the Pumalin National Park, where we will trek through lush forests and waterfalls.

Accomodation:                                                                                            Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner:

Shared Cabins – Cabañas Caleta Gonzalo                                       Included

Day 5: Caleta Gonzalo – Michinmahuida Volcano 21 km Run.

Early in the morning we head towards the Douglas Tompkins National Park, where we will follow the forestry Michinmahuida trail, one of the most epic and extensive trails on our trip, its final destination is the western flank of the Michinmahuida stratovolcano, where you can see one of its impressive glaciers.

Accomodation:                                                                                            Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner:

Shared cabins – Cabañas Caleta Gonzalo                                        Included

Day 6: Caleta Gonzalo – Hornopiren Ferry Ride – Rio Puelo Town Transfer Day

Heading south of Caleta Gonzalo we will reach the town of Hornopirén through an incredible ferry ride in the fjords. We will then cross Hornopirén village into the Puelo River, a Chilean river that originates in Argentina famous for its beaches and wells.

Accomodation:                                                                                            Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner:

Shared cabins – Rio Puelo                                                                      Included

Day 7: Rio Puelo Town – Puerto Varas- 16 km Volcano Osorno Run.

For our last run, we will transfer from Río Puelo to Puerto Varas, from there we wil head to the hill of La Picada located to the east of the conical Osorno Volcano, from where we will take the route that ascends gently through the forest area to the edge of the vegetation, until before reaching the sector known as Paso de la Desolación. We will have the privilege of enjoying the majesty of the volcano during the whole route.

We will spend our evening in Puerto Varas, a southern Chilean city, characterized by its traditional German architecture with spectacular views over the lake to the Osorno and Calbuco Volcanoes. 

Accomodation:                                                                                            Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner:

Puerto Varas Hotel                                                                                      Included

Day 8: Puerto Varas – Puerto Montt.

In the morning there will be free time to explore the town of Puerto Varas.
At noon, we will shuttle directly from Puerto Varas to Puerto Montt airport arriving at 14:00 hrs.

Breakfast:

Included

Packing List

Keep your packing as light as possible
Consider layers of breathable clothing for sun, cold and wind.

• Breathable face mask, antibacterial gel (essential to stay in the group).
• Running tights and shorts.
• Long sleeve and short sleeve shirts.
• Warm jacket or polar fleece.
• Waterproof windbreaker jacket (compact).
• Sandals, bathing suit and quick-drying towel.
• Beanie and running gloves.
• Trail running shoes.
• Running socks.
• Night Lamp or headlamp.
• Biodegradable sunblock, hat or cap and sunglasses.
• Biodegradable repellent.
• Personal medical kit (recommendation with basic medicines for any ailment).
• Hydration vest or refillable bottles 2.5 lts.
• Thermos for coffee or tea.
• Power plug adapter or voltage converter.
• Energy snacks (bars, fruits, nuts).
• Small water bag (cameras, phones, etc) in case it rains during our runs (optional).
• Hiking poles (optional).

Weather

In the Chilean Lakes District, summer weather is usually mild, but changeable and localized. Inland conditions are relatively sunny, while on the coast and in the west-facing national parks (temperate rainforest), rain is not unusual, with an average daily high temperature below 75°F / 24°C and lowest temperature above 51°F / 11°C.

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INCLUDED:

• Transportation throughout the whole experience.
• Specially designed trails along the magical landscapes of Lake District.
• Carefully curated culinary experiences.
• Exclusively designed yoga and meditation sessions.
• All food and lodging needs throughout the experience.
• Entrance tickets to all national parks and attractions included in the experience.
• Knowledgeable and professional local guides.
• Aire Libre & partner brands merchandise.
• La Familia Global Community Membership ($ 25 USD value)
• Photographer specialized in sports and action

NOT INCLUDED:

•  Inbound and outbound flights to Chile.
• We encourage you to book a personal travel insurance.
• Alcoholic beverages.

DIFFICULTY
All of our trips are designed to welcome hikers and runners of all fitness levels. We will assign different guides to groups of different levels so that no one is left behind. You will feel safe and comfortable throughout the trip whether you’re a professional runner that wants to add these runs to your training, an amateur who wants to explore the world of trail-running or a casual hiker who wishes to challenge themselves while enjoying nature in a secure environment.

Logistics / Getting There

Fly to El Tepual International Airport (IATA: PMC, ICAO: SCTE), making sure to arrive at least a couple of hours before the retreat begins and to leave a couple of hours after the retreat ends.

Aire Libre Running will provide van shuttles to and from the airport.

Arrival | Tuesday, December 26th, 2023

Any time before 13:00 hrs | Tepual International Airport (IATA: PMC)

Farewell | Tuesday, January 2nd, 2024

Any time after 15:00 hrs | Tepual International Airport (IATA: PMC)

Travel Specs

• Negative result for a PCR test: the validity of this negative result shall not exceed 72 hours between the time of collection of the sample and the time of departure of the flight that has Chile as a final destination.
• International Travelers Affidavit at www.c19.cl: all travelers from abroad, of all ages, must electronically fill-in the “International Travelers Affidavit” form up to 48 hours prior to boarding. Jointly with the Affidavit, each traveler must attach the negative result for a PCR test and proof of travel medical insurance. The Identification number used at this affidavit must be the same used at the vaccines validation form.
• Travel medical insurance: this requirement applies only to non-resident foreigners in Chile (tourists). Jointly with the Travelers Affidavit, the traveler must attach a certificate on medical insurance covering expenses by way of medical assistance, admission to hospital and repatriation during their whole stay in the country, including coverage for any expense derived from Covid-19. The minimum coverage for health services shall be USD$30.000.
• Currently, Chile’s international borders remain open.
• There is no quarantine in effect upon arrival
• No visa required
• All foreigners (tourists) must have a valid vaccination certificate approved by the Ministry of Health for entering Chile.
• We recommend all participants to acquire travel insurance to cover COVID-19 expenses.

Special Notes

Closer to the experience, you will be invited to a WhatsApp group chat. We use WhatsApp to connect with the group and share detailed info about the trip. Please make sure to download the app so you don’t miss important communication.

Our itineraries are designed to be flexible and subject to change according to weather, participant interest or other conditions.