Explore the island of Chiloé with its abundant wildlife and unique culture on this active Chile Lakes District tour. Bike through villages and along coastlines and kayak through an ancient sunken forest. Hike remote stretches of beach where penguins nest and experience the local hospitality of a people whose indigenous culture and traditions have been well preserved through the centuries.
Highlights
Hike through Chiloé National Park alongside picturesque Lake Huillinco and Cucao
Taste traditional, homemade dishes typical to Chiloé
Experience Chiloe's wildlife on a boat trip visit the Punihuil penguin
Activities that provide a reasonable level of physical challenge and elevate the heart rate. Focused on more active pursuits including multisport tours. Travelers may be active 5-7 hours total each day. Recommended for travelers with active lifestyles.
We leave Puerto Varas and go south to Ancud, the gateway to Chiloé and one of the province's most important cities. Before traveling east to Puihuil, a natural monument consisting of three small islets*, we stop at its museum to learn about the island's unique churches and also make a stop at its famed fishing market. We head to the waters after a substantial meal to give you a close look at some of the local marine species, including the Humboldt and Magellanic Penguins. Following that, we'll go to Castro, where you may unwind in the beautiful gardens of Hotel Palafito, your home for the next two nights.
Note: This itinerary is modified in winter due to penguin migration, and instead includes a visit to Fuerte Ahui from April to August.
Important: Kindly arrive one day early for the pick-up in Puerto Varas.
Do an easy trip in Chiloé National Park today, a secluded region of evergreen tep (Tepualia stipularis) forest on the border of Huillinco and Cucao, two lakes that extend between the island's rolling hills. We finish at the indigenous community of Quique, where a feast of Chiloé-style homemade delicacies awaits us. After that, we return to Castro for the remainder of the afternoon, stopping briefly along the road to view the Chonchi patrimonial church, which dates from the 19th century.
Day 3: Chiloé Church Exploration | Quinchao Island | Return Home
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch
Today's mission is to explore Chiloé's remarkable churches, which are also UNESCO World Heritage sites. This morning, we'll go to Quinchao Island, where we'll take a breathtaking coastline path to see the archipelago's oldest church, Achao. After lunch, we travel to the port town of Dalcahue to view its distinctive church, which dates back to 1858, as well as its tiny market, where you can buy locally manufactured wool souvenirs. After that, we'll return to Puerto Varas, where your island vacation will come to an end.
Important: Please book a late flight - departing after 7:00 PM.
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Initial deposit is $400, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days (10 weeks) prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
The trip was terrific with great planning on your part. Most of the adventures were not mainstream and somewhat off the beaten path which made it especially enjoyable!! We felt taken care of and you all were readily available to respond to questions and issues. I would highly recommend your company and friends have already expressed interest based on our pictures and excitement.
We were referred by a satisfied client and the booking of the trip was everything we wanted to do, and they listened to the types of hotels, sightseeing, etc. we wanted to do.
Jan S
4 weeks ago
Rapa Nui was on my bucket list for a long time so I worried that it would not meet my expectations. Our tour could not have been better. Our guide was knowledgeable and professional with an understanding of the island that made it come alive. I would and have recommended this trip to everyone that will listen.
elisa wright
1 month ago
Mary Curry is the BEST! I have worked with her for multiple family trips for over 10 years, and she is responsive, works within your preferences and budget, has great suggestions and has personal travel experience at many of the locations. We prefer active family vacations and Adventure Life and Mary Curry make sure that is what we get!
Heather Spanbauer
1 month ago
My tour operator was helpful. Unfortunately she was unable to get my single-supplement canceled. Not too many tours charge for that anymore and I almost canceled my trip because of that.
Joel
2 months ago
Excellent communication and coordination for our proposed trip. It couldn't have been smoother, and any question we did have was rapidly addressed. It has made the whole process nearly seamless.
