Advanced Chile Kayaking Trip
Pucon Creek Week
Experience the thrill of advanced Chile kayaking on Pucon’s iconic Class IV–V creeks, rivers and waterfalls. This weeklong whitewater immersion is designed for seasoned paddlers seeking technical challenges, big drops, fast water, and nonstop stoke. Pucon Creek Week is your gateway to Chile’s most dynamic rivers, led by expert guides with years of experience navigating this volcanic whitewater mecca.
What’s Included
- Daily expert-led kayaking on Class IV–V rivers
- Coaching and safety support from pro guides
- Optional kayak rentals and safety gear
- Riverside accommodations with hot tub
- Breakfast, lunch, appetizers & dinner (not included one dinner out)
- Airport pickup and drop-off at Temuco Airport (ZCO) during scheduled transfer times
- Ground transportation to all river put-ins and take-outs
- Cultural experiences: local cuisine, asado celebration, volcano views
Tentative Itinerary for our Advanced Chile Kayaking – Pucon Creek Week
Day 1: Arrival, gear check, Middle Trancura warm-up run
Day 2: Upper and Lower Trancura – your backyard classic for charging boofs
Day 3: Maichin Canyon – basalt canyon with deep gorges
Day 4: Upper & Lower Palguin – technical waterfalls and boofs
Day 5: Rio Nevados – remote canyon with big volume features
Day 6: Salto Blanco or Rio Puesco
Day 7: Palguin laps or boater’s choice depending on skill and flow
Day 8: Optional farewell lap and return transfers to Temuco
Note: Itinerary will change based on levels and group performance. This trip requires strong Class IV skills and comfort in challenging environments.
Why Choose Pucon Creek Week for Advanced Chile Kayaking?
- Access to Chile’s most famous steep creeks in a short radius
- Rivers fed by glacial and spring flows offer consistent water all season
- Expert local guides provide safety and coaching for progression
- Stay in comfort with riverside lodging, hot tub, and full meals
- Cultural connection to Chilean paddling community
Who Is An Advanced Chile Kayaking Trip For?
This trip is designed for experienced paddlers with solid Class IV+ ability and a reliable roll in Class V whitewater. If you’re looking to push your boundaries and run some of the best creeks in South America, this is the trip for you.

Pucon Creek Week: Lucas Varas & Boyd Ruppelt (Clean Line Kayaking)

Pucon Creek Week
7 Days of rivers, canyons & waterfalls- FEATURING CHILE’S BEST KAYAKER: Lucas Varas personal pro instruction
- SKILL LEVEL: III+ to IV+
- DEPOSIT: $750 USD (Read Payment Guarantees)
- TRIP LENGTH: 7 Days
- LODGING: Select your level of comfort & budget
- ARRIVAL: Temuco Airport (ZCO) NOV 9 between 11 AM and 5 PM
- DEPARTURE: Temuco Airport (ZCO) NOV 15 between 11 AM and 5 PM
*Cost varies by lodging choice. Click here to view options.
Got questions? We’re here to help.
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Email: info@puconkayakretreat.com

Trip Itinerary for Pucón Creek Week
YOUR GUIDE TO CHILE’S RIVERS
Day 1. Kayak Assessment. Hot Tub. Orientation. Welcome Dinner.
ARRIVAL GOALS.
- Nutrition. We greet you with food after your long travel.
- Hydration. Let’s get you rehydrated.
- Rest. Our goal is to keep you active and awake until after dinner so you have a full night of great rest. A short kayak or hot tub session is proven refreshing.
Arrival by Airport: Temuco Airport (ZCO) 11 AM to 5 PM
Arrival by Vehicle: Check-in after 15:00 PM
Arrival at Different Time: Emal info@puconkayakretreat.com to arrange transport.
Check in to your room. Pending arrival times let’s get your kayak outfitted and wash the travel lag off with a refreshing Trancura section. After a lap relax in
Day 2 – 7. Daily feature specific instruction… and rivers.
*Pending river levels and individual skills.
Paddle Pucon’s iconic rivers like the Palguin, Nevados, Trancura, Coilaco, Puesco, , tackling Class IV-V rapids with expert coaching and personalized video analysis. Perfect for skilled paddlers looking to push their limits, this trip blends adrenaline-fueled descents with technical skill progression.
Day 8.
Early final breakfast and packing. In the AM, you’ll get your last morning of a favorite river lap. Lunch is availible with a shuttle to the airport departure flights from Temuco Airport (ZCO) scheduled between 11 AM – 5 PM.
EXPERT CHILE RIVERS GUIDE & LINKS
Nevados Canyon // Upper Fuy // Upper Palguin Canyon // Lower Palguin // Middle Palguin // High Water Upper Trancura River // Maichin Canyon // Claro River // Upper Nuble River // Middle Fuy 50 Footer Canyon // High Water Lower Trancura // Magic Canyon Liucura
Click on each river name to be taken to more information about the river (when available).
- Let us do it all for you… All-Inclusive.
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Choice Kayak Rental
- Airport Transfers & Transportation
- Lodging Selection
- World’s Best Kayak Instruction
- Airfare
- 2 Travel Day Meals (out of pocket)
- Paddle & Personal Equipment
- Alcohol
- Elbow pads & GoPro
Let us do it ALL for you… ALL-INCLUSIVE!
Retreat Kayak Trips Include

Kayak Choice
Choose from Chile’s best whitewater kayak fleet.

Lodging
Choose from unique lodging options that best suit your comfort & budget.

Wining & Dining
Breakfast, lunch, appetizers and dinner. Some VIP trips come with special additional provisions.

Transportation
Airport transfers during scheduled time and daily river and town transportation included.
Clubs, Schools & Custom Groups
Got a group of friends or club, school group with academic needs, varying skills, your dates don’t match with our trips, or want to explore a customized itinerary? We’ve developed custom itineraries for universities for credits, clubs, high schools, friends of varying skills, paragliders, bikers and trekkers.