Lake District, Chile
DISCOVER &BEYOND Located in the heart of Araucanía, in Chile s Lake District, the homeland of the courageous Mapuche people, breath-taking glacial lakes mirror the frosted tips of volcanoes and lush flora decorates national parks. Once a war ground, this area stretching over 99km 2 (38 mi 2 ), saw the Mapuche people resisting the advances of Inca and Spanish invaders. Thriving farmlands transformed into a tranquil tourist mecca, where a colourful intricately woven tapestry of quaint villages, such as Pucon are sprawled along the shores of the Villarrica Lake, near the active Villarrica Volcano. Evergreen rainforests, sparkling lakes and massive Araucaría (or monkey puzzle) trees, some over 1 000 years old, add to the idyllic landscape waiting to be explored. Nestled amidst a spectacular sprawling 22 hectare (54 acre) estate is the exceptional &Beyond Vira Vira. Immersed in a beautiful park with natural lagoons, flowing rivers and sensational views of the Villarrica Volcano, luxurious grounds boast both a magnificent lodge and Hacienda with beautifully appointed suites and villas. A modern working farm, organic vegetable garden and state-of-the-art cheese factory complete the estate that is set just outside of Pucon, Chile. Freshly grown produce is sourced from the farm and used to create award-winning Chilean-inspired menus. Guests can enjoy myriad exploits, hosted by knowledgeable and engaging guides, including trekking in the national parks; horseback riding in the cordilleras; scenic helicopter flights over the Villarrica Volcano; skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing or snowmobiling in winter. The list is seemingly endless with fly fishing, mountain biking, and a variety of water sports. All excursions are specifically tailored according to your interests and fitness levels. SUITES Intimate yet spacious, six suites at &Beyond Vira Vira have been individually decorated with curated objects and authentic materials. Inviting bedrooms feature large ensuite bathrooms and all suites offer stunning views of the lagoon and park, or the Liucura River. Look out from your private terrace to the working farm and bask in the glorious morning light illuminating your suite. VILLAS Along the shoreline of the Liucura River, guests can enjoy sensational views from one of 12 villas, each individually decorated with beautiful local tapestries. Inviting the light inside, panoramic windows allow for stunning views and split-level design provides a sense of being immersed in nature. Offering unrivalled comfort and ambiance, each villa comes equipped with a fire place, large bathroom, spacious terrace overlooking the river and an outdoor bath tub to relax in, after a day filled with adventure. HACIENDA Guests can enjoy the exclusivity of &Beyond Vira Vira, a five-bedroom sole-use Hacienda that is ideal for multigenerational travel. The Hacienda is stunningly decorated with local artwork, textiles and unique furniture, and features one master bedroom with a private outdoor hot tub, and four bedrooms, three with ensuite bathrooms. Previously the owner s residence, the Hacienda offers a spacious living and dining room, a family room on the second floor, a pretty garden terrace, and a covered balcony with veranda that boasts magnificent views.
GETTING THERE &Beyond Vira Vira La Araucanía International Airport (Temuco) 1hr 20mins flight from Santiago - 77km / 1hr 40mins road transfer (dependant on traffic) - 77km / 25mins helicopter transfer (in season for an additional cost) Pucon Airport Private charter flights only - 11km / 15mins road transfer (dependant on traffic) El Tepual International Airport (Puerto Montt) 2hrs 10mins flight from Punta Arenas - 352km / 4hr 30mins road transfer (dependant on traffic) - 352km / 1hr 20mins helicopter transfer (in season for an additional cost) Juan Fernández Island PACIFIC OCEAN Concepcion Valparaiso Santiago Temuco CHILE VICENTE PEREZ ROSALES NATIONAL PARK Puerto Varas Puerto Montt WINE COUNTRY LAKE DISTRICT Pucón CHILOÉ NATIONAL PARK Chiloé Island M O U N T A I N S Mendoza &BEYOND ARGENTINA San Martin de Los Andes NAHUEL HUAPI NATIONAL PARK San Carlos de Bariloche Esquel Córdoba Bahia Blanca Puerto Madryn Trelew ESTANCIAS Buenos Aires Mocopulli Airport (Castro - Chiloe) 2hrs flight from Santiago - 503km / 7hr 15mins road transfer (dependant on traffic) - 503km / 2hrs helicopter transfer (in season for an additional cost) Bariloche 2hrs 20mins flight from Buenos Aires - 354km / 5hrs 10mins + border crossing road transfer from Argentina - 354km / 1hr 30mins helicopter transfer, dependent on immigration (in season for an additional cost) NORTHERN PATAGONIA LAGUNA SAN RAFAEL NATIONAL PARK SOUTHERN PATAGONIA TORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK Puerto Natales Coyhaique CALAFATE El Chalten El Calafate Comodoro Rivadavia ATLANTIC OCEAN Falklands / Malvinas Islands San Martín de los Andes - 180km / 3hrs + border crossing from Argentina (self-drive) Punta Arenas ALBERTO DE AGOSTINI NATIONAL PARK Puerto Porvenir Río Grande ATLANTIC PATAGONIA Ushuaia TIERRA DEL FUEGO NATIONAL PARK Navarino Island
ONCE IN A LIFETIME ADVENTURES You ll regret it if you don t! INCLUDED Trekking Floating raft on the Liucura River Horseback riding Community visit - cultural Mapuche experience Mountain biking Whitewater rafting Catch-and-release fishing* (seasonal) Kayaking (seasonal) Birdwatching Farm-to-table vegetable garden tour On-site cheese factory tour Skiing & snowboarding (seasonal) Snowshoeing WILDChild activities Stand-up paddle boarding EXCLUDED Wellness treatments Yoga Ascending the Villarrica Volcano Scenic helicopter flight over the Villarrica Volcano Heli-hiking Heli-biking Heli-fishing (seasonal) Hot springs Snowmobiling (seasonal) Huskies dog sledding (seasonal) *Only valid for one fishing excursion. Additional fishing trips at an extra cost. WHILE YOU RE IN THE NEIGHBOURHOOD An adventure for all FIRST-TIME TRAVELLERS REPEAT SOUTH AMERICA ADDICTS BUCKET LIST ADVENTURE 3 nights Atacama Desert 1 night Santiago 3 nights Lake District / &Beyond Vira Vira 2 nights Wine Country 2 nights Chiloe 1 night Puerto Varas 4 nights Lake District / &Beyond Vira Vira 2 nights Santiago 3 nights Patagonia / Torres del Paine 2 nights El Calafate 2 nights Bariloche 3 nights Lake District / &Beyond Vira Vira 2 nights Mendoza 2 nights Iguazu Falls 2 nights Buenos Aires
TIMING IS EVERYTHING The Lake District in Chile is a wonderful year-round destination to explore, which offers many attractions in every season. JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Average High Temperature (C ) 25 24 22 18 14 11 10 12 15 18 20 23 Average Rain Fall (mm) 67 64 91 156 335 342 353 291 193 154 106 86 Rate Season - Mid ($) High ($$) $$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $$ Mapuche cultural experience Best time for whitewater rafting Best time to float down the Liucura River Fishing for trout To catch Chinook salmon Best time for kayaking Ascending the Villarrica Volcano Scenic helicopter flight over the Villarrica Volcano Best time for trekking Best time for snowshoeing Skiing & snowboarding Dog sledding with huskies Best time for snowmobiling Excellent birdwatching Horseback riding Best time for mountain biking
WHAT SETS US APART? Situated on a 22 hectare (54 acre) park sprawled along the banks of the Liucura River Boasting 822 m (0.49 miles) of river frontage Exclusive land and water-based excursions such as trekking/ snowshoeing, cultural excursion, fishing, kayaking, skiing, birdwatching and boat excursions Access to an on-site helicopter and pilot (seasonal) Farm to table cuisine with an onsite organic vegetable garden Cheese factory making Swiss cheese Easy access from Santiago and Bariloche Finest guides Outstanding local hospitality Excellent showcase of the cultural heritage of the indigenous Mapuche community Lodge shop, massage sala, yoga studio, conference centre, wine cellar and 2 hot tubs Beautiful views of the active Villarrica Volcano Fun-filled WILDChild programme MEET THE CHEF Damian Fernandez is a French-trained executive chef, who brings the &Beyond Vira Vira farm to table concept alive. Inspired by the different seasons, and always prepared, his cuisine is pure and authentic from the fresh healthy sourdough creations to crusty delicious baguette and irresistible French croissants. All the natural products and ingredients are sourced from our farm or from local providers. Passionate about cuisine, and committed to the ideal dining experience, Damian and his team create mouth-watering 3-course lunches and 4-course dinners that infuse the delectable flavours of Southern Chile. FAUNA AND FLORA Ancient Araucaría trees (over 1 000 years old) within nearby Valdivian temperate rainforests, considered one of the most biodiverse places on earth 65 bird species Spectacular fauna and flora in Huerquehue National Park and Villarrica National Park PERFECT FOR: Outdoor enthusiasts Groups or multi-generational families Honeymooners Romantic getaways Individual travellers SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES Bountiful vegetable garden that provides organic produce for the lodge kitchen 100% of the lodge s central heating is generated by certified wood pellets Hot water is partially produced by solar panels (more than 25 plates installed) Grey water is treated by ecological treatment plants on site All lamps in the lodge and outdoor spaces are fitted with LED bulbs The lodge meets the European insulation standards (thermopanel glass, walls and ceilings with insulation) Lodge parts are lined with recycled and certified wood The lodge interior surface is treated with organic products (natural wax) Recycling of waste and reuse of organic waste on the farm A Water Bottling Plant was installed to eliminate the use of plastic water bottles at the lodge. All energy use at &Beyond Vira Vira is stringently tracked and reported on both a monthly and quarterly basis. The lodge undergoes an annual sustainability audit to determine their environmental impact.
ACCOMMODATION & LAYOUTS
ACCOMMODATION TYPES &BEYOND SUITES Intimate yet spacious, the suites at &Beyond Vira Vira have been individually decorated with curated objects and authentic materials. Inviting bedrooms feature large ensuite bathrooms and all suites offer stunning views of the estate or the Liucura River. Closet Bedroom Entrance Toilet & shower Bathroom Terrace Terrace Bathroom Outdoor Bath tub Bedroom Fireplace &BEYOND VILLAS Guests can enjoy sensational views from their villas, each individually decorated with beautiful local tapestries. Inviting the light inside, panoramic windows allow for stunning views and the split-level design provides a sense of being immersed in nature. Offering unrivalled comfort and ambience, each villa comes equipped with an individual fire place, large bathroom, spacious terrace overlooking the river and an outdoor bath tub to relax in after a day out or to marvel at the clear sparkling Chilean sky at night. Closet Shower Toilet Storage room Entrance
FAST FACTS SUITES VILLAS NUMBER OF SUITES 6 suites, including 2 interleading family suites 12 villas MAXIMUM GUESTS 12 24 SIZE 35-50m 2 (375-540ft 2 ) 75m 2 (807ft 2 ) CHILDREN Children over the age of 6 are welcome* Children over the age of 6 are welcome* CHILDMINDING Available at an additional cost Available at an additional cost TRIPLES No, on request TWIN BEDS, all convertible to double, all convertible to double UNDERFLOOR HEATING AIR CONDITIONING / HEATING BATH INDOOR SHOWER PRIVATE OUTDOOR BATH TUB No SEPARATE W.C SONY MUSIC PLAYER LODGE POOL No No IN-ROOM SAFE PERSONAL BAR No TELEPHONE HAIRDRYER LAUNDRY INCLUDED No No WHEELCHAIR ACCESS No Villa 1 only CHECK IN / CHECK OUT 15h00 / 12h00 15h00 / 12h00 POWER 220v AC (50 Hz) 220v AC (50 Hz) INTERNET ACCESS Wi-Fi in guest suites Wi-Fi in guest villa PRIVATE DINNERS CREDIT CARDS Visa, Diners, Amex, Mastercard Visa, Diners, Amex, Mastercard MASSAGE TREATMENTS TEMPERATURE Summer: 25 C / 77 F Winter: 10 C / 50 F HELIPAD GPS COORDINATES S 39.2525 W 71.8414 Summer: 25 C / 77 F Winter: 10 C / 50 F S 39.2525 W 71.8414 LODGE/VILLA CLOSURE 13 May 30 June 2019 13 May 30 June 2019 LINKS FOR MORE IMAGES ibrochure ibrochure *Children accommodated from 15 January until 16 December only, on condition a private guide is booked (additional cost). Earlier dining hours.
ACCOMMODATION TYPES &BEYOND HACIENDA Guests can enjoy the exclusivity of the five-bedroom sole-use Hacienda that is ideal for multigenerational travel. The Hacienda is stunningly decorated with local artwork, textiles and unique furniture, and features one master bedroom with a private outdoor hot tub, and four bedrooms, three with ensuite bathrooms. Previously the owner s residence, the Hacienda offers a spacious living and dining room, a family room on the second floor, a pretty garden terrace, and a covered balcony with veranda that boasts magnificent views. Guests staying at the Hacienda can enjoy a personal chef and private excursions. Little ones staying at the Hacienda can enjoy a range of fun-filled adventures with our exciting WILDChild Programme. Terrace Terrace Terrace Living room Kitchen Master bedroom Bedroom 3 Bedroom 1 Hot tub Entrance Bathroom Closet Storage Bedroom 4 Bedroom 2
FAST FACTS HACIENDA NUMBER OF SUITES MAXIMUM GUESTS 10 SIZE 450m 2 (4844ft 2 ) CHILDREN CHILDMINDING WILDCHILD PROGRAMME TRIPLES TWIN BEDS OVERHEAD FANS UNDERFLOOR HEATING BATH INDOOR SHOWER OUTDOOR SHOWER SEPARATE W.C PRIVATE OUTDOOR HOT TUB IN-ROOM SAFE INTERACTIVE KITCHEN TELEPHONE HAIRDRYER LAUNDRY INCLUDED WHEELCHAIR ACCESS CHECK IN / CHECK OUT POWER INTERNET ACCESS PRIVATE VEHICLES PRIVATE DINNERS CREDIT CARDS MASSAGE TREATMENTS Private sole-use house with 5 bedrooms Available at an additional cost No, master bedroom only No, master bedroom only No, master bedroom only No No, with assistance 15h00 / 12h00 220v AC (50 Hz) Wi-Fi throughout hacienda No Visa, Diners, Amex, Mastercard TEMPERATURE Summer: 25 C / 77 F Winter: 10 C / 50 F HELIPAD GPS COORDINATES S 39.2525 W 71.8414 HACIENDA CLOSURE 13 May 30 June 2019 LINKS FOR MORE IMAGES ibrochure
FAMILIES AT &BEYOND WILDChild PROGRAMME The exciting &Beyond WILDChild Programme is filled with fun, interactive activities that offer opportunities to learn and discover new experiences and cultures. Little ones can enjoy adventures such as fishing and baking biscuits in the kitchen. ACCOMMODATION SUITES AND VILLAS Children over the age of 6 are welcome, accommodated from 06 January until 19 December only, on condition a private guide is booked (additional cost). Earlier dining hours. - Children between 6 and 17 years of age pay 60% if staying in their parent s room (extra bed). - Children pay 75% (and 100% in peak season) if staying in separate room (with no adults). HACIENDA Families can enjoy the exclusivity of the five-bedroom, sole-use Hacienda that is ideal for multigenerational travel year-round. CHILDREN S ACTIVITIES POLICY AT &BEYOND AGE OF CHILD ACTIVITIES PARTICIPATION 0 5 years (Hacienda only) Permitted on activities Childminding available 6 11 years Only permitted on activities if a private guide is booked (additional cost) Earlier dining hours 12 years and older Permitted on all shared activities A private guide must be booked when staying at &Beyond Vira Vira with children under the age of 12 years (additional cost). If paying for a private guide, children of any age may go on activities. &Beyond Vira Vira Address: Parcela 19-22, Quetroleufu, Pucón, Chile Phone: (+56) 45 237 4000 Reservations: viravira@andbeyond.com
LODGE LAYOUT Lodge hot tub Riverside barbecue H Gravel road Footpaths River Scenic viewpoint Gate Helipad Private hot tub Hacienda Green house Organic vegetable garden Lodge Lagoon Lodge shop Villas Waterhouse Owner s house (Ruka) Staff accommodation Cheese factory H River bank Lodge hot tub Spa Liucura River Storage sheds Well Gate
MEET THE TEAM LODGE MANAGER Gregory Franc gregory.franc@andbeyond.com RESERVATIONS Gianinna Lopez reservas.viravira@andbeyond.com HEAD CHEF Damian Fernandez damian.fernandez@andbeyond.com HEAD GUIDE Edgardo Songer edgardo.songer@andbeyond.com COMMERCIAL MANAGER Mariann Leniz mleniz.viravira@andbeyond.com CHEESE-MAKER Marisol Martinez RESERVATIONS &Beyond Vira Vira reservas.viravira@andbeyond.com
AWARDS &Beyond Vira Vira rated one of the Top 100 Holiday Hotels in the World in Switzerland s Bilanz Magazine 2018 &Beyond Vira Vira featured as a 2019 Travellers Choice Award Winner in the category of Top 25 Small Hotels - Chile &Beyond Vira Vira awarded the 2018 TripAdvisor Global Certificate of Excellence &Beyond Vira Vira featured as a 2019 Travellers Choice Award Winner in the category of Top 25 Hotels for Service - Chile &Beyond Vira Vira featured as New & Noteworthy in The Best Hotels in South America on Fodor s Finest The 100 Most Incredible Hotels in the World 2018 &Beyond Vira Vira named Best for Communing with Nature in 2019 Jetsetter Best of the Best Awards