Where
magic surrounds you and traditional culture remains
We invite you to experience a different type of tourism, immersed
in the traditions of this singular island that is Chiloé. With
its own unique culture, expressed most typically in its wooden churches,
this mythical archipelago is one of Chile's most fascinating destinations,
retaining a special flavor of witchcraft and magical enchantment that
expresses a way of life little changed since the arrival of the Spanish
conquistadors.
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1 CASTRO - DALCAHUE CHANNEL (Altue Sea Kayaking Center) |
| Noon-time
reception in Castro. Visit to the handicrafts market in the port,
followed by lunch in one of the typical restaurants just across the
street. Afterwards, brief city tour before heading out to the Altue
Sea Kayaking Center, located on the shores of the Dalcahue Channel
across from Quinchao Island. For the rest of the afternoon, we recommend
you participate in a brief introduction to the fascinating sport of
sea kayaking in the protected waters of the Dalcahue Channel, which
is not only fun in itself, but is the best way to see the area's abundant
bird and sea life. There are the black-necked swans, three varieties
of gulls, terns, grebes, oyster catchers, an occasional penguin, and
sometimes even flamingoes, as well as Pacific dolphins and sea lions.
Supper and lodging for the night at the Center. |
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2 ALTUE SEA KAYAK CENTER - DALCAHUE - MECHUQUE ISLAND |
| Early breakfast
to give time for a brief tour of the area around the Center, where
Chiloé's traditional way of life still holds sway. Transfer
to port of Dalcahue, with visit to the town's wonderful wooden church
and tiny museum. After lunch in a typical local restaurant, we board
the "water bus" boat for two-and-one-half hour trip to Mechuque
Island. After checking into a family-run guest house in Mechuque,
we take a walking tour around the village to see the stilt houses
built out over the water, the colorful graveyard, and the museum.
Then we climb the hill to the lookout for a splendid view of Mechuque,
other nearby islands, and the distant range of the Andes. Supper and
lodging for the night. |
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3 MECHUQUE ISLAND - TENAUN - QUEMCHI - ANCUD |
| Early breakfast
before boarding the water bus for the town of Tenaún, with
its famous blue church of the three towers. By road we travel northward
to see the unique island of Aucar, with its tiny church and interesting
graveyard, which we reach by crossing a 500 m-long footbridge over
the tidal flats. A few kilometers further bring us to the town of
Quemchi. After lunch, we resume our journey to the city of Ancud,
arriving early enough for to take in the local sights. Supper and
lodging for the night in the Ancud Hotel. |
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4 ANCUD - PUERTO MONTT |
| Breakfast,
and departure for Puerto Montt. |
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2-3 persons
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4-5 persons
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6-8 persons
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9-12 persons
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INCLUDED :
- Private (ground) transportation from Castro to Puerto Montt.
Water bus Dalcahue-Mechuque-Tenaún.
- Bilingual (English and Spanish) guide.
- Nine meals according to program
- One night's lodging in Kayaking Center (bring sleeping bag)
- Two nights' lodging in hotel-type accommodations (Mechuque and
Ancud), basis double occupancy.
- Double sea kayaks fully equipped for tourism.
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NOT INCLUDED :
- Insurance of any kind
- Extras and beverages not specifically mentioned in the program.
- Guide in languages other than English and Spanish.
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basically a cultural trip, but it requires an enjoyment of outdoor
life. Participants should be in good overall health. |
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