Things to do in Castro, Los Lagos Region: The Best Tours

July 23, 2021 Oliva Fomby

A rainbow assortment of palafitos (wooden houses on stilts) are the unofficial calling card of Castro, the capital city of Chiloé Island. Once home to thousands of farmers and a target for European pirates, Castro was established in the 16th century and is Chilé’s third-oldest city. Highights here are the astonishing wooden church, an impressive contemporary art museum and the charming wharf in the Gamboa district.
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1. Lemuy Island Tour from Castro

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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

Reviewed By fishyguy

Friendly, knowledgeable, punctual and good value. What more could you ask for? Christian listened to what are interests were so brought along Magdalena for her better English and knowledge of Chiloe birds and nature. In addition, Christian offered to drive us to the bus station early morning of our last day as a favour which was kind and helpful. We did 3 outings and enjoyed them all,

2. Half day City Tour Castro - Chile

Receptivo Aborigen Tours Chile
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Enjoy this tour to discover the mythical island of Chiloé, declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco. Explore the northern part of the island and discover its traditional stilt houses, markets and churches.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food

3. Bosque Piedra Reserve Tour

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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

Reviewed By fishyguy

Friendly, knowledgeable, punctual and good value. What more could you ask for? Christian listened to what are interests were so brought along Magdalena for her better English and knowledge of Chiloe birds and nature. In addition, Christian offered to drive us to the bus station early morning of our last day as a favour which was kind and helpful. We did 3 outings and enjoyed them all,

4. Half day City Tour Castro / Chonchi "Patrimonial Churches" (PM)

Receptivo Aborigen Tours Chile

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

5. Full day Chiloe National Park "On the Darwin route"

Receptivo Aborigen Tours Chile

This route combines what amazed Charles Darwin in Chiloé, both the Chiloe National Park and the town of Chonchi with its world heritage church.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch, Entrance to the Chiloe National Park

Exclusions: Meals not mentioned

6. Full Day Chiloé National Park Following "The Darwin´s Route" Regular

Turavion South - Excursions & Transfers

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

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7. Full Day Private Chiloe National Park Tour Following "The Darwin´s Route"

Turavion South - Excursions & Transfers

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

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8. River Chepu Navigation in Chiloe

Tangol Chiloé

Join us to navigate the Chepu River, the largest river in Chiloé! During our navigation we will know more about how this river flows and why it is one of the most important ecosystems of the archipelago. We will also have hiking in the humid forest of Chiloé, being able to appreciate the native forest and, if we are lucky, we can appreciate the fauna that inhabits it.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located hotels only), Professional Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Navigation entry, Entrance to the railway

Exclusions: Lunch and Drinks, Gratuities

9. Tocoihue Waterfall in Chiloe

Tangol Chiloé

Through this tour we can know the Tocoihue waterfalls, with more than 40 meters high, also making an incredible tour of the coastal towns of the northeast of the island of Chiloé. We will be able to know the villages of Dalcahue, San Juan, Tenaun, Popetan and finally Aucar Island, learning more about its history, customs, fauna and of course the native flora that inhabits this special place. Book your place now!

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located hotels only), Professional Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Tocoihue cascades Entrance, Francisco Coloane Museum Entrance

Exclusions: Lunch and Drinks, Donations to Churches, Gratuities

10. Dock of Souls Trekking in Chiloe

Tangol Chiloé

With this tour we can make a trekking through the area of Punta Pirulil until we reach the renowned work of art inspired by local legends: the Pier of Souls. We will not only do trekking through the area, but we will know the town of Cucao, an indigenous town that has a Church since 1734, and we will also know the Chiloé National Park, where we will hike where we can see local fauna and flora. Join this incredible opportunity!

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located hotels only), Professional Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Punta Pirulil Entrance, National Park Entrance, Lunch Box

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities

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