Paddling near Coyhaique, Aysén

Coyhaique is the regional capital of Aysén, set deep in Chilean Patagonia amid mountains, native forest, and a network of rivers and lakes. The Río Simpson runs close to the city itself, and the broader region spans everything from calm glacial lakes to swift Andean rivers. Kayaking is the dominant paddle discipline here, with guided trips on the Río Simpson and its national reserve among the most accessible options from town.