Laguna Torca, Vichuquen, Maule, Chile.
Active Fun
Down on the farm life progresses at a leisurely pace, plenty of easy living, eating, drinking, swimming in the pool or just hangin out .
But
Windsurf and Kitesurfing
.We are indeed blessed with our location, Llico beach is long ,sandy and sunny,and is considered a world class windsurfing destination. International and local competitions are held here regularly. The great pacific ocean awaits.
My friend Eduardo from
tells it like it is .
"For the windsurfers who are looking for adrenaline pumping wind and waves mixed with outstanding natural landscapes Llico is the perfect spot. Llico is a sleepy pueblo earning a living from fishing, agriculture and tourism, surrounded by amazing forests . Vichuquen lake and Laguna Torca,Reserva Nacional, ( home to Black.necked Swans ) are connected by the river which flows through Llico to the sea, without doubt, one of the most beautiful destinations you will find related to windsurfing and kitesurfing.
We think LLico is the perfect spot for windsurfers to improve their jumping level, it is characterized by a strong consistent wind, 24 knots en0ugh ? and a 300 meters speed track before facing the LLico power wave, which allows you to perform insane air tricks. Windsurfers come from all over the world to improve their forward and backward loop jumps.
The gastronomic options are good, you can find quality restaurants at the lake, or less expensive alternatives at the beach, with respect to the accommodation just contact the farm, best accomodation around and five minutes from the ocean. "
Mountain Biking and Hiking
If you are looking for trails with a challenge and a view
you have come to the right place
. The fertile valleys of Colchagua and Mataquito are surrounded by the coastal
mountains, and we are right in the middle of it!
You don't need to go far, in fact the 2k farm road to the top of the hill behind the farm WILL extend your MB skills, you get a good workout going up, but the views are panoramic. You can continue on into the lanes and trails or you can turn round and have the ride of your life dropping down the trail. Fortunately it is wide enough for a four wheel drive, but watch out for the ruts and the odd Llama !
The beach at Llico also provides some less strenuous, but no less interesting hiking trails and paths, or just follow the beach itself, it goes for as long as you can, savoring the birdlife and fauna as you wander, and wonder!
Horses and Horseriding
We provide gentle instruction on our resident horses to beginners, young or old. We use the field in front of the house and next to the Lagoon, slow and easy and we can lead the horses on a rein for you.
More adventurous rides can easily be arranged. Esquinero, the horse on the right is a pure bred Chilean Rodeo horse, and has been well trained in the fine art of rodeo, and yes he will run sideways!
Fishing
We are so close to the sea that the opportunity to go out and hook onto some fine fish ,should not be missed
.
We offer half day fishing trips ,in the local sturdy fishing boats. They start early, need to be out before the wind builds too much and last until lunchtime.We use local fishermen as guides.They know these waters and can give you the best advice on where the fish are and what to expect.