Chelenko Territory
The majesty of Lake General Carrera leaves a lasting impression on those who visit. It is the second-largest lake in South America, and its waters are shared by Chile and Argentina, where it is known as Lake Buenos Aires. From there, its waters flow into Lake Bertrand, which feeds the powerful Baker River—one of the region’s main tourist attractions.
In the western sector of Lake General Carrera, visitors find landscapes of extraordinary beauty. Highlights include the Marble Chapels and Caves (Capillas y Cavernas de Mármol), natural rock formations that can be explored by boat from Puerto Río Tranquilo. They can also be accessed from Bahía Murta or Puerto Sánchez.
In the surrounding area, visitors will find several glaciers, including the Leones Glacier and the Exploradores Glacier. It is also possible to sail to the famous San Rafael Lagoon.
On the lake’s northern shore lies Puerto Ibáñez, about 100 kilometers south of Coyhaique. On the opposite coast sits Chile Chico, a town known for its mild microclimate and located near Bahía Jara, a charming lakeside resort.
Another highlight is the Las Llaves Pass, located on the route to Puerto Guadal. Nearby is the Los Maquis waterfall, which features a drop of 25 meters. Lastly, Puerto Bertrand—located at the lake’s outlet—offers excellent opportunities for fishing and water-based adventure tourism, including kayaking or rafting on the mighty Baker River, the most voluminous river in Chile.
The majesty of Lake General Carrera leaves a lasting impression on those who visit. It is the second-largest lake in South America, and its waters are shared by Chile and Argentina, where it is known as Lake Buenos Aires. From there, its waters flow into Lake Bertrand, which feeds the powerful Baker River—one of the region’s main tourist attractions.
In the western sector of Lake General Carrera, visitors find landscapes of extraordinary beauty. Highlights include the Marble Chapels and Caves (Capillas y Cavernas de Mármol), natural rock formations that can be explored by boat from Puerto Río Tranquilo. They can also be accessed from Bahía Murta or Puerto Sánchez.
In the surrounding area, visitors will find several glaciers, including the Leones Glacier and the Exploradores Glacier. It is also possible to sail to the famous San Rafael Lagoon.
On the lake’s northern shore lies Puerto Ibáñez, about 100 kilometers south of Coyhaique. On the opposite coast sits Chile Chico, a town known for its mild microclimate and located near Bahía Jara, a charming lakeside resort.
Another highlight is the Las Llaves Pass, located on the route to Puerto Guadal. Nearby is the Los Maquis waterfall, which features a drop of 25 meters. Lastly, Puerto Bertrand—located at the lake’s outlet—offers excellent opportunities for fishing and water-based adventure tourism, including kayaking or rafting on the mighty Baker River, the most voluminous river in Chile.