Neltume is a town belonging to the Panguipulli commune, located in the mountain range of the Los Ríos Region. It is located on the stretch of the River Fuy 5 km west of Puerto Fuy, and 50 km from Panguipulli.
Despite being in an area of volcanic risks, in this sector specifically, the chances of it being affected during the eruptions of the Mocho-Choshuenco volcano are low. This town has arisen mainly for the development of tourist products, since it is within the Seven Lakes route. Currently, in Neltume you can access all kinds of services related to tourism, among which are lodging, gastronomic proposals and outdoor activities.
In Neltume you can visit Avenida Los Robles, which concentrates part of the history of Neltume represented in wood sculptures made by local artisans. In the same way, it is recommended to visit the Kimün Park located on one side of the international route and where you can see handicrafts and different types of wood sculptures that have been the product of the "chainsaw sculpture contest" that is held annually in Neltume.
Neltume is strategically located between two tourist destinations in the commune, which are Puerto Fuy and Choshuenco, 5 and 15 km away respectively on a paved road and with 16 km of bicycle lanes. Near the center is Lake Neltume, on the connecting route to Liquiñe, being a rural sector characterized by its high Mapuche population and the abundant presence of wetlands. Neltume also has the Museum of Memory that recalls the logging past and the political events that determined the local culture and society.
The commune can be accessed by taking the Panamerican road number 5, and at kupos.cl we take you to Neltume with Buses Lafit, but from nearby towns there are also direct trips to by carpool, or shared car, which is another travel alternative when you are looking to travel comfortably, safely and for less money. With kupos.cl you can access the available carpool routes to Neltume.
In kupos.cl you can find the available routes, and pay through the app with any card or in cash. Kupos.cl is the platform where you find all the transport options to get to and get around Neltume.
Huilo Huilo Reserve
Native forest, rivers and waterfalls of pure water! This is Huilo Huilo, the must-see of Neltume.
During summer the entrance to the park is $ 3,000 pesos, but if you go in low season the entrance is totally free. In this reserve there are 11 spectacular trails, but you can't miss the Bosque de Los Ciervos, Salto La Leona and the Los Espíritus trail.
The hotels of Huilo Huilo
As if it were a fantasy tale, here the hotels are crazy, within the reserve there is accommodation for all tastes and budgets. Let's see them!
La Montaña Mágica is the most amazing hotel of all, a night in this particular hotel can cost up to $ 140,000 pesos. But don't worry, there are also campsites and hostels that you can book for $ 10,000 pesos a night. More information here!
Ancestral navigation
Here the Mapuche heritage is still alive and well, so we recommend you support traditional tourist proposals.
Ancestral navigation is one of the most popular activities to do on Lake Neltume, so you can't miss it. This activity has an approximate cost of $ 15,000 pesos per person, but in this practice you will know part of the culture and history of this beautiful town.
Andean Condor Cable Car
Did you know that Neltume is the only cable car in southern Chile? Yes! And it is within the Huilo Huilo Reserve.
A landscape full of ancient trees and native forest surrounds the cabin that rises through the air ... When you reach the top of the cable car you can see the town of Neltume and the always snow-capped Mocho volcano. Simply fabulous! The entrance fee to the cable car is $ 10,000 for adults and $ 5,000 for children. For more information, check here!
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