Car Travel

It's easier to see more of the Lake District if you have your own vehicle. The Pan-American Highway through the region is a well-maintained four-lane toll highway. Bring plenty of small bills for the frequent toll booths.

Rental Car Contacts

Castillo Rent a Car. Valentin Letelier 585, Villarrica, Araucanía, 4930501. 45/241--1618; www.castillorentacar.cl.

Econorent. Blanco Encalada 838, Temuco, Araucanía. 45/221–5997; www.econorent.cl.

Europcar. Panamericana Sur 4750, Padre Las Casas, Temuco, Araucanía. 45/291–8940; www.europcar.cl.