🟢 Beginner Track
🟢 Beginner Track
River sections vary daily based on flows, weather, and group progress.
🟢 BEGINNER TRACK — Foundations → First Real Rivers
Tentative day to day pending skills assessments and levels.
This itinerary does not list non-kayak activities such as hikes, fire and ice challenge (hot tub/cool pool), and games.

Day 1 (SAT) — Arrival + Orientation
Gear fitting, safety systems, river overview, retreat orientation, hot tub recovery.

Day 2 (SUN)— Lake + Flatwater Skills
Wet exits, strokes, edging, intro roll work, confidence building.

Day 3 (MON) — Intro River Day - Middle Liucura to Below the Wave
First current reading, eddies, ferrying on beginner Class I–II sections. Section ends with a couple of class II+ rapids for the climax.

Day 4 (TUE) — Skill Consolidation - Rio San Pedro (ALL GROUPS ONE RIVER)
A trip highlight is the big volume beautiful clear water of the San Pedro. Take a hard shell or inflatable kayak for this high adventure day of fun.
Repeat section with skill targets + optional small feature surfing.

Day 5 (WED)— Progression River Day - Trancura Delta or Lower Liucura
Trancura Delta (I to II+)... this scenic section offers basic eddy line and rapid features. Paddle right into Lago Villarrica to practice flat water rolls.
Tip... pack beverages and snacks for the beach takeout.
Pucon tour and culinary adventure.

Day 6 (THU) — Lower Liucura or Rio Fuy
Pending skills beginner kayakers will kayak a higher action section of the Lower Liucura or Rio Fuy.

Day 7 — Celebration Paddle + Hot Springs / Culture
River repeat OR step-up section OR IK progression option.
Week 2 - Staff will assess beginners and intermediates with goal of advancing to proper beginner, intermediate or advanced development.
Pending skills second week beginners may return to beginner or advance to intermediate development sections.
Pending skills second week intermediates may return to intermediate or progress to advanced development sections.
Some days will have options for non-kayak multi-sport activities keeping the second week exciting and fresh.
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🔵 INTERMEDIATE TRACK
🔵 INTERMEDIATE TRACK
Precision + Class III Confidence
🔵 INTERMEDIATE TRACK - Precision + Class III Confidence
Day 1 (SAT) — Arrival + Skill Assessment + Fire & Ice + Appetizers + Showers + Orientation... Welcome to Chile.

Day 2 (SUN) — Warm-Up + Skill Benchmark Middle Trancura + Fire and Ice
Combat roll reps, ferry precision, eddy acceleration. Intermediates start just one KM above the retreat at a beach offering flat water warm up drills space, and class I to III rapids down to the retreat takeout.
Walk up the river bank to a hot tub and cold beverage. This is going to be good.

Day 3 (MON) — Middle Liucura to Ponchos + Fire & Ice Challenge at Retreat
Feature linking, boof timing, current management. There are plenty of development features including a surf wave and aggressive ferries. We believe the Middle Liucura is Chile's best development section of river.

Day 4 (TUE) — All Group Rio San Pedro
Lines, micro-eddy use, surf + control in pushy water.

Day 5 (WED) — Lower Trancura + Pucon Tour and Culinary Adventure
Confidence building in bigger features and faster water. Put in right at the retreat and paddle this action packed section of boofs, eddies and fun rapids.

Day 6 (THU) — Lower Fuy
Drive 180 degrees to the other side of Volcano Villarrica and experience the beauty of another volcano drainage on the Lower Fuy section. Big waves and fun action with plenty of ferries, eddies, and rapid challenges.

Day 7 (FRI) — Fun Run + Kayaker Choice + Hot Springs
Week 2 - Staff will assess beginners and intermediates with goal of advancing to proper beginner, intermediate or advanced development.
Pending skills second week beginners may return to beginner or advance to intermediate development sections.
Pending skills second week intermediates may return to intermediate or progress to advanced development sections.
Some days will have options for non-kayak multi-sport activities keeping the second week exciting and fresh.
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Pucon's Best Multispoort
Pucon's Best Multispoort
Week of Non-Kayak Adventures Too!
🟢 = Low Intensity / Relaxed Option
🔵 = Medium Intensity / Active Adventure
⚫ = Full Adventure / High Output Day (I added this for clarity where useful)
Tentative itinerary - pending guest activities selected in registration.
Day 1 — (SAT) | Arrival & Riverside Reset

Arrival · Orientation · Recovery

Arrive Temuco Airport (ZCO) 11:00–17:00 → Transfer to retreat.
Welcome appetizers, property tour, river orientation.

🟢 Hot tub soak · Stretch · River walk
🔵 Short local hike to loosen up after travel

Evening welcome dinner · Fireside hangout · Music · Trip overview.
Day 2 — (SUN) | Lagos Andinos & Puesco Brewery

Volcano Lakes · Native Forest · Scenic Culture

Drive into Andes → Lagos Andinos hike through Araucaria forest + volcanic lakes.
Finish at Cervecería Puesco riverside.

🟢 Scenic flexible hike · Photo stops
🔵 Extended hike with elevation options

Evening dinner + riverside recovery at retreat.
Day 3 — (MON) | Horse Ride to Buddhist Monestary + Pucón Culture

River Riding · Reflection · Town Time

Therapy horse ride along Río Liucura toward Buddhist monastery setting.

🟢 Relaxed ride + café time + town walk
🔵 Extended riding route or optional afternoon hike

Evening hot tub · River dip · Activity center social time.
Day 4 — (TUE) | ALL GROUP... Río San Pedro Raft or Inflatable Kayak Day
Turquoise Water · Big Scenery · Classic Patagonia River Day

Travel to Río San Pedro (Lago Riñihue drainage under volcanic skyline).

🟢 Scenic float sections · Conservative lines · Photo stops
🔵 Raft or IK Class II–IV (conditions dependent)
⚫ Full engagement river day + travel day

Return → Appetizers → Quincho dinner → Firepit evening.
Day 5 — (WED) | Via Ferrata OR Scenic Recovery + Culinary Night

Vertical Adventure or Cultural Exploration

🔵 Via Ferrata guided climb (harness + cable protected route)

OR

🟢 Scenic valley hike · Pucón town tour · Peninsula culinary experience

Evening curated dinner or retreat social night.
Day 6 — (THU) | Yoga + Trancura Backyard Raft + Riverside Chill

Movement · River From Basecamp · Culture & Food

Morning riverside yoga.

🟢 Yoga + River lounge + Hot tub recovery
🔵 Trancura raft from retreat (~10 km scenic whitewater)

Afternoon hot tub · River dip · Sun / shade lounge · Appetizers.
Evening quincho dinner + fireside hangout.
Day 7 — (FRI) | Cañón del Turbio + Farewell Asado

Basalt Canyon · Waterfalls · Celebration Night

Explore volcanic basalt canyon terrain from Villarrica lava flows.

🟢 Short canyon walks · Viewpoints
🔵 Extended lava flow + waterfall hiking routes

Afternoon:
🟢 Pucón shopping OR Retreat recovery

Evening Farewell Asado Celebration — Wood fire BBQ · Drinks · Music · Firelight.
Day 8 — (SAT) | Departure

Coffee · Pack · Transfers

🟢 Relaxed morning · River walk · Stretch
Transfer to airport late morning → afternoon.
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🟢 Beginner Track

River sections vary daily based on flows, weather, and group progress.

Pucon Kayak Retreat and Multisport Adventures

20 reviews

Offer world-class whitewater kayak, multi-sport and educational adventures in the heart of Chile’s Lakes and Volcanoes District. Specializing in beginner to expert kayaking trips, multisport adventures, and riverside lodging, we combine the best of Patagonia’s rivers with personalized hospitality. From lake lessons to iconic river runs like the Rio Claro and Trancura, Pucon Kayak Retreat is your home base for unforgettable paddling experiences.

I had the trip of a lifetime, felt completely comfortable and confident with the best kayaking instructor, Blue. Food was awesome, lodging was a dream. Can't think of anything that could improve this experience other than more time.

By joy h for Intermediate Chile Kayak Trips – Progress with Confidence on Mar 10, 2026

I spent a week at Pucón Kayak Retreat on a multisport trip followed by a week beginner Whitewater kayaking. The trip was my first to Chile and South America. Transfers were smooth. Lodging in a yurt alongside the river was beautiful in setting, comfortable, and convenient. Meals were together as a group with great food abd great camaraderie. Attention was paid to detail with all activities and the time hiking, paddling, and with other activities were perfect for ability, scenery was amazing, and we were busy, but still had time to relax. It was an amazing trip and I am looking forward to more adventures in Chile and throughout South America as well as more future paddling..

By Heidi O for Beginner Chile Kayak Trips on Mar 03, 2026

Thank you Heidi for the compliments. Enjoyed the family style meals and hearing about your daily adventures. And thanks for the free spinal advice. -David

By Pucon Kayak Retreat and Multisport Adventures on Mar 03, 2026

I had an Amazing time my first time in Chile and I loved it. The kayaking was wonderful, beautiful rivers, great guides I felt safe and it was wonderful. Everything was taken care of, food and lodging was wonderful. I cant wait to go back in the future.

By Amanda P for Women of Chile Rivers on Mar 02, 2026

Better than we had even anticipated! The staff were super friendly and made us feel right at home like family. The guides were very skilled and knowledgeable. The food was outstanding. The property is beautiful with even more improvements and enhancements on the roadmap. Highly recommend and hope to go back soon myself!

By Chris P for Intermediate Chile Kayak Trips – Progress with Confidence on Feb 17, 2026

Thank you Chris and Mary. And thank you so much for helping with the Dagger Kayak parts. That was super cool of you. Hope to host you again next year for our Futa or advanced trips. Keep Kayaking. David

By Pucon Kayak Retreat and Multisport Adventures on Mar 03, 2026

We had such a fun time. The kayaking is amazing, the instructors are so helpful and the retreat center is dreamy - great food, a charming dining area, and comfortable rooms. Definitely a worthwhile experience!

By Brian F for Intermediate Chile Kayak Trips – Progress with Confidence on Feb 09, 2026

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🟢 BEGINNER TRACK — Foundations → First Real Rivers

Day 1 — (SAT) | Arrival & Riverside Reset

Day 2 — (SUN) | Lagos Andinos & Puesco Brewery

Day 3 — (MON) | Horse Ride to Buddhist Monestary + Pucón Culture

Day 4 — (TUE) | ALL GROUP... Río San Pedro Raft or Inflatable Kayak Day

Day 5 — (WED) | Via Ferrata OR Scenic Recovery + Culinary Night

Day 6 — (THU) | Yoga + Trancura Backyard Raft + Riverside Chill

Day 7 — (FRI) | Cañón del Turbio + Farewell Asado

Day 8 — (SAT) | Departure

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