An unforgettable way to experience the Pehuenche culture. In a natural mountain valley in Araucanía, surrounded by ancient Pewen forest (or Araucaria), volcanoes and Galletué Lake, you'll live a unique experience by the hand of the Quinquén community. You'll stay in the village to take part in daily activities like farming, while also going out for activities to explore the beautiful natural surrounds on hikes and horseback rides
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Feel welcomed in the friendly Pehuenche community
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Hike beautiful trails with local guide to see the revered Aurcaria trees
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Experience daily lives alongside locals in the Quinquen community
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Go fishing and horseback riding
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Eat fresh, traditional Pehuenche food
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Day 1 - Welcome to Quinquen
Day 2 - Community Life and Mountain Trails
Day 3 - Fishing and School Visit
Day 4 - Morning Hike and Depart
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Travolution
Locally Owned Social Enterprise
From visiting the giant moai statues and volcanos on Easter Island to learning how to loom knit from the Mapuche people of Chile, Travolution offers a wide variety of intercultural experiences that facilitate mutually beneficial encounters between travelers a
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Transport options
You're home base for this trip will be the Quinquen community near Lonquimay. You can reach this area by overnight bus from Santiago or flying into the city of Temuco.
One of our local experts in Chile will make this the perfect trip for you!
Speaks: Spanish