The Río Cochamó in the Los Lagos Region of southern Chile is one of the country's most demanding kayak runs, rated Class IV to V+. The river tumbles from the massive granite domes of Cerro Torrecillas (2,164 m) and Cerro Cuernos Del Diablo (1,920 m), giving the run a steep, technical character suited only to advanced and expert paddlers. Given the extreme difficulty, this is a kayak-only run and is not appropriate for rafts, inflatable kayaks, or packrafts.

The recommended paddling season runs from January through March, corresponding to the Southern Hemisphere summer. Paddlers planning a trip to the Cochamó valley should time their visit accordingly, as conditions outside this window are not considered suitable.

The surrounding terrain is defined by dramatic granite walls and the broader Cochamó valley, which is known regionally for its imposing mountain scenery. The combination of technical whitewater and the scale of the surrounding landscape makes this a notable objective for experienced creek boaters visiting southern Chile.