7 Tours in Chonchi That You Shouldn't Miss

Chiloé National Park is a national park of Chile, located in the western coast of Chiloé Island, in Los Lagos Region. It encompasses an area of 430.57 km2 (166 sq mi). Our tour begins with the transfer of passengers from the port and then take appropriate heading south towards the sector of the city of Chonchi, to visit the Church of San Carlos de Borromeo (Heritage), whose construction is style Neoclassical. Then we go to the museum of traditions Chonchi, to get a taste of what is the Chiloe culture. After that we will continue our tour through the best farmland of the island, between old houses testify to the dating of the settlement. After 20 minutes we arrive at Huillinco, village who came to the port of 1935 as support of the settlers installed on the coast. Our journey continues to the coastline along Lake Huillinco to the village of Cucao, which is an ancient Indian village in 1734 already had chapel.

Inclusions: Round-trip private transfer, Professional guide, Lunch, Private tour, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

The tour takes passengers from their hotel to Lemuy Island and back, including visits to Chonchi, its church and museum. There are 16 churches in Chiloe which are world heritage. Lemuy Island is the third biggest island in the Chiloe Archipelago. The tour includes visiting the towns of Ichuac, Puqueldon, Aldachildo and Detif. Lunch is served in Yayanes Park, near Puqueldon, where they will enjoy delicious typical homemade dishes. Passengers will have the chance to do bird watching, see the beautiful landscape and enjoy the view of mountains, islands, hills and native forests.

Inclusions: Lunch, Driver/guide Spanish / English, Live commentary on board, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Tips to waiters, Donations to churches, Gratuities

Excursion to meet and learn about the nature of Chiloé, geology, forests, waterfalls and animals present in the territory. Furthermore, being a private reserve, the traveler and guides are generally the only ones found within the enclosure, without crowds of people.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, Snacks, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Breakfast

This tour starts with a walk through the city of Castro that will allow you to see typical places such as the Mirador del Cerro Millantuy, its museums of Modern and Municipal Art, the San Francisco Church and the palafitos (houses built on water).

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food

This tour goes through the natural landscapes that amazed Charles Darwin during his explorations of the Huillinco and Curao Lakes and Pacific Ocean. The excursion starts out with a visit of the city of Chonchi, built on such a steep incline that it’s also known as the Ciudad de los Tres Pisos  (three-story city),  where some of its best sites are the UNESCO World Heritage Site Church, the Museum of Traditions, the waterfront and crafts market. The route continues to lakeside village Huilliinco, with a quaint cemetery of “little houses” very common to Chiloe. A visit to the Chiloe National Park comes next, where visitors will find the park interpretation center, walk along lovely “Sendero el Tepual” a pathway that winds through Chiloe´s thick and humid forest (comfortable shoes and sunblockers are recommended). The excursion ends at the Pacific Ocean coastline with a walk along the beach. Evening return to Castro

Inclusions: Museum Entrance in Chonchi , National Park Entrance, Lunch

Exclusions:

This tour goes through the natural landscapes that amazed Charles Darwin during his explorations of the Huillinco and Curao Lakes and Pacific Ocean. The excursion starts out with a visit of the city of Chonchi, built on such a steep incline that it’s also known as the Ciudad de los Tres Pisos  (three-story city),  where some of its best sites are the UNESCO World Heritage Site Church, the Museum of Traditions, the waterfront and crafts market. The route continues to lakeside village Huilliinco, with a quaint cemetery of “little houses” very common to Chiloe. A visit to the Chiloe National Park comes next, where visitors will find the park interpretation center, walk along lovely “Sendero el Tepual” a pathway that winds through Chiloe´s thick and humid forest (comfortable shoes and sunblockers are recommended). The excursion ends at the Pacific Ocean coastline with a walk along the beach. Evening return to Castro

Inclusions: Lunch, Museum Entrance in Chonchi , National Park Entrance

Exclusions:

Through this interesting tour we can learn more about Lemuy Island, its nature, and the captivating churches that inhabit it. We can visit the Church of San Carlos de Borromeo, in style neoclassic. We will also visit the Church of Our Lady of Grace, which is built with larch and cypress. We will also spend time in the native forest of Chiloé, walking through the Yayanes Park. It will be a tour full of history and culture that you won't want to miss!

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located hotels only), Chonchi Museum Entrance, Yayanes Park Entrance, Professional Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch and Drinks, Donations to Churches, Gratuities