City and commune in the south of Chile, capital of the Capitán Prat Province in the Aysén Region, it was born in 1927 and officially in March 1954 it was inaugurated as a town due to the completion of a house for the post office that later became the property of the Chilean Air Force. This contemporary and beautiful city with a maritime climate, typical of temperate latitudes and typical of the regions near the ocean, is located in the Patagonian mountain range, its main land access is through the Carretera Austral and in kupos.cl we tell you what you should know to arrive and mobilize in the capital of the province.
One of its most symbolic attractions is to appreciate the deformations caused by glaciers and the formations of ice fields in it through the Patagonian mountain range, where areas in the mountains accumulate with large amounts of snow and make this set of natural elements a wild landscape. Some of its most important water sources are the Baker River, the largest in Chile, and Lake Cochrane, which shares its effluents with the Argentine province of Santa Cruz, and can be navigated in small boats that connect with other rivers.
The Tamango National Reserve is surrounded by the Cochrane River and Lake, it is a large protected area that preserves endangered species and has privileged areas open to the public so that you can photograph and admire native flora and fauna without interfering or altering the balance of this magical ecosystem.
But these are not the only attractions, surrounding this area you can see lakes, lagoons, rivers and streams, which can be reached by land and in which in the winter they are filled with snow, promoting ecotourism and adventure. Cochrane offers multiple services of accommodation, commerce, typical gastronomy of the region, transportation and cultural activities such as the Chacabuco Valley, which is responsible for the conservation and protection of the Patagonian habitat in the area; Mount San Lorenzo, 3,706 meters high, is the second highest peak in the region.
At kupos.cl we tell you what you need to know to get there and get around in this beautiful commune, where the oceanic and dry climate in the summer, due to the northern Patagonian ice field, will give you a unique and unforgettable experience to enjoy new experiences and enjoy of the nature.
On kupos.cl you can get bus tickets to Cochrane with the company Buses Sao Paulo, traveling from Coyhaique, Puerto Tranquilo, Guadal, Bertrand and Bahía Murta. You can also share your trip using kupospool from our app, available for iOS and Android.
Patagonia National Park
Cochrane and its surroundings present landscapes as beautiful as they are wild, a perfect place to contemplate all this is the Patagonia National Park. Let's get to know it!
This place is considered the kingdom and refuge of the huemul, here you can see this beautiful mammal as close as never before. You can also walk its trails and enjoy the varied flora and fauna. But the protagonist of the place is the beautiful and crystalline Lake Cochrane. This reserve is an unmissable and super fun ride. Do you dare?
Outdoor activities.
It doesn't matter if it's winter or summer here, in Cochrane there is adventure and fun all year round.
Let's see, what do you prefer? a walk on the snow or on a clear path full of vegetation. Or are you one of those who prefer to cycle through beautiful landscapes? Maybe you prefer to practice sports such as diving and snorkeling… because in Cochrane there is all this and much more. Here are the best options for your outdoor entertainment!
Calluqueo Glacier
Are you a lover of landscapes? Well, the Calluqueo Glacier in Cochrane will take your breath away.
This glacier is only 47 kilometers south of the city and access is super easy. It can be reached by a vehicle path that reaches the entrance of this beautiful glacier. Knowing a glacier has never been easier! This work of nature is one of the highest massifs in the Patagonian Andes… Simply amazing!
Path of the pioneers
On foot or on horseback, regardless of the environment, there you can enjoy a serene and pristine landscape.
This day trip begins in the Los Ñadis sector, 48 kilometers from Cochrane, on the pioneers' route, you will be able to visit the Corte San Carlos, a work of pioneers that culminates in a narrow tunnel in the vertiginous heights and with a privileged view of the great Baker River. Do not miss it!
Route | Company | Price | |
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Coyhaique to Cochrane | Buses Sao Paulo | $ 19.500 | Book |
Coyhaique to Cochrane | Buses Don Carlos | $ 19.500 | Book |
Cerro Castillo to Cochrane | Buses Sao Paulo | $ 17.400 | Book |
Cerro Castillo to Cochrane | Buses Don Carlos | $ 17.400 | Book |
Río Manso to Cochrane | Buses Don Carlos | $ 13.000 | Book |
Río Cajón to Cochrane | Buses Don Carlos | $ 11.400 | Book |
Cofre to Cochrane | Buses Don Carlos | $ 11.400 | Book |
Traihuanca to Cochrane | Buses Don Carlos | $ 10.300 | Book |
Cruce Murta to Cochrane | Buses Sao Paulo | $ 11.400 | Book |
Cruce Murta to Cochrane | Buses Don Carlos | $ 11.400 | Book |
Puerto Tranquilo to Cochrane | Buses Sao Paulo | $ 11.000 | Book |
Puerto Tranquilo to Cochrane | Buses Don Carlos | $ 11.000 | Book |
El León to Cochrane | Buses Don Carlos | $ 10.300 | Book |
Punta Baja to Cochrane | Buses Don Carlos | $ 9.300 | Book |
El Desague to Cochrane | Buses Don Carlos | $ 8.700 | Book |
Cruce Guadal to Cochrane | Buses Sao Paulo | $ 8.200 | Book |
Cruce Guadal to Cochrane | Buses Don Carlos | $ 8.200 | Book |
Bertrand to Cochrane | Buses Don Carlos | $ 6.000 | Book |
Bertrand to Cochrane | Buses Sao Paulo | $ 6.000 | Book |
El Manzano to Cochrane | Buses Don Carlos | $ 7.100 | Book |
Cruce E Baker to Cochrane | Buses Don Carlos | $ 6.500 | Book |
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