Refugio Sierra Nevada - Estero El Salto

A basic mountain refuge located within Conguillío National Park, offering dormitory-style accommodation and private rooms for trekkers exploring the Sierra Nevada trail and surrounding volcanic landscapes. It provides a rustic, immersive experience for those seeking direct access to the park's wilderness, stunning views of Lago Conguillío, and opportunities for nature observation.

Location
Estero El Salto, Lake District & Araucanía, Chile, Central & South America
Type
guesthouse
Coordinates
-38.625000, -70.955000
Price range
budget
Capacity
20 guests
Rooms
5
Dietary options
Basic meals sometimes offered, or self-catering kitchen available.
Child-friendly
Yes

PlnrScore: 25/100

Best Time to Visit Refugio Sierra Nevada

The best months to visit Refugio Sierra Nevada are January, February, March, based on temperature, rainfall, weather conditions, and wildlife viewing opportunities.

Month-by-Month Safari Conditions

  • January: Good, temperature 13.71°C, rainfall 47.8mm, sunshine 13.2 hrs, humidity 58.8%
  • February: Good, temperature 13.51°C, rainfall 29.7mm, sunshine 12.8 hrs, humidity 57.4%
  • March: Good, temperature 11.07°C, rainfall 43.5mm, sunshine 11 hrs, humidity 61.7%
  • April: Poor, temperature 6.84°C, rainfall 117.4mm, sunshine 8.3 hrs, humidity 70.4%
  • May: Poor, temperature 2.22°C, rainfall 118.6mm, sunshine 7.2 hrs, humidity 75.9%
  • June: Poor, temperature 0.39°C, rainfall 278.2mm, sunshine 4.7 hrs, humidity 83%
  • July: Poor, temperature -0.61°C, rainfall 211.5mm, sunshine 6.2 hrs, humidity 79.2%
  • August: Poor, temperature 0.12°C, rainfall 196.7mm, sunshine 7.6 hrs, humidity 77.5%
  • September: Poor, temperature 1.4°C, rainfall 129.1mm, sunshine 8.9 hrs, humidity 76.6%
  • October: Good, temperature 3.77°C, rainfall 80mm, sunshine 11 hrs, humidity 71.7%
  • November: Good, temperature 8.55°C, rainfall 66.7mm, sunshine 12.3 hrs, humidity 65.3%
  • December: Good, temperature 11.7°C, rainfall 51.6mm, sunshine 13.6 hrs, humidity 59.6%

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