Explore Chile's Lake District on Our 3-day Soft Adventure Stay.

The Patagonia Prelude will give you a taste the natural beauty, culinary traditions, and hidden gems of Chile's Lake District — a taste that will delight all of the senses.

We'll marvel at the flora and fauna of millennial forests, refresh the senses at volcanic hot springs, and set foot on the snow-capped Volcán Villarrica.

All from the comfort of Casona La Colina, a boutique hotel and wellness space nestled into the hillside of Villarrica — the cozy lakeside town known as the gateway to Patagonia.

Casona La Colina — formerly Hosteria de la Colina — has been welcoming travelers and nature-lovers for 35 years.

A boutique hotel and retreat space set atop a hillside at the edge of a small woodland with vibrant gardens and breathtaking views, La Colina will invite you to step outside of time… to reconnect with nature, and refresh your spirit. 

On-site amenities include access to the massage room, a sauna and wood-fired hot-tub, as well as a daily housekeeping, on-site chef, and concierge receptionist.

La Colina's kitchen serves meals that focus on wellness, featuring a huerto-a-mesa menu, that incorporates fresh fruits and vegetables from the property's garden and local producers, and highlights traditional flavors and preparations.

The kitchen at La Colina is prepared to take care of guests with special dietary needs including vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, keto-friendly, gluten-free, and lactose intolerance.

The Into Patagonia Experience takes place in Villarrica, Chile and surrounding lakes, nature reserves, and national parks.

Villarrica is the capital of the Zona Lacustre or Lake District and the gateway into northern Patagonia. This area is known for its lakes, waterfalls, volcanoes, and millennial forests, boasting incredible flora and fauna.

Villarrica is also home to the Mapache people, who continue to preserve the traditions, cuisine, and language that has shaped this land for hundreds of years.

In the Mapuche worldview, time is not a straight line but a living cycle — shaped by seasons, and the rhythms of the land. In southern Chile, this sense of time is felt in the unhurried flow of rivers, the slow turning of forests, and a quiet awareness that the past and present exist side by side.

The Into Patagonia Experience is thoughtfully designed for travelers who value depth over pace — those who seek meaningful connection and the quiet luxury of time well spent.

Our emphasis on slow travel and small group sizes offers you a personal connection with your hosts and travel companions and an immersive experience in northern Patagonia’s natural beauty.

We welcome solo travelers, couples, and small groups.

Best enjoyed by guests aged 25 and over (a recommendation rather than a requirement).

In addition to nature-focused soft adventure experiences, we also offer travel itinerary planning services.

As a complimentary part of this package, you will have access to our travel planning services before you depart for Chile— whether you are looking to journey to Torres del Paine or visit the Atacama Desert, we will create a tailored itinerary for you.

Are you a wellness professional or other type of group leader looking to host a retreat?

We're happy to host your group together with you. This experience and can be tailored according to your needs to include space for the sessions and workshops you would like to offer your group, for up to 15 people (including you).

Please contact us for a quote and further details.

Enjoy a warm welcome from your hosts, who will greet you at the Temuco Airport.

You'll have the opportunity to get to know your hosts and travel companions as you enjoy a scenic drive through the Chilean countryside.

Your only plans for the afternoon are to relax and unwind from your flight with a selection of optional activities at Casona La Colina, including a complimentary massage, a stroll in the garden, and a restorative soak in our sauna and wood-fired hot tub.

We’ll end the evening with sunset cruise in sailboat over the lake, dinner and a boutique wine tasting led by Rodrigo Moraga, an experienced Chilean winemaker and enologist.

For guests who prefer to learn about the Chilean wine making tradition without without partaking, traditional non-alcoholic Chilean refreshments will also be served.

Spend the day in one of Chile’s most iconic natural sanctuaries, where ancient araucaria forests and glacier-fed lagoons lie under the watchful eye of Volcán Llaima.

Some highlights of Conguillío National Park include La Araucaria Madre, a 1,800 year old monkey puzzle tree — Araucaria araucana — and the Trufel-Trufel waterfall.

As evening settles in, we’ll gather for live music featuring traditional Chilean and Argentine ballads, while sharing impressions of Conguillío’s biodiversity over a traditional Chilean fire-side asado (barbecue).

By now you're quite familiar Volcán Villarrica, its ever-present slopes quietly keeping watch in the backdrop of each activity.

In Mapundungun, Volcán Villarrica is called Rukapillan, which means "the house of the great spirit."

No stay in Villarrica would be complete without making its acquaintance.

To liven our own spirits, we'll start the day the with a coffee tasting at Eco Mapu, a local specialty coffee-shop known for its dedication to the craft and creative incorporation of regional flavors.

In 2025, Eco Mapu was awarded #10 Best Coffee Shop in South America, taking the #2 position in Chile.

Afterwards, we'll journey up the volcano, for an invigorating walk in the national park with spectacular photo-taking opportunities.