What to do and see in Isla Chiloe, Los Lagos Region: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

December 24, 2021 Dorsey Hagwood

Although it's only a 30-minute ferry crossing away from mainland Chile across the Chacao Channel, verdant Isla Chiloe – the largest in the Chiloe archipelago – is another world. Sixteen wooden churches clustered around Castro on the island's east coast have UNESCO World Heritage status, and traditional palafitos (houses on stilts) dot its shores. To the west, Chiloe National Park shelters foxes, sea lions and otters and provides unspoiled terrain for horseback riding, sea kayaking and fishing.
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1. Lemuy Island Tour from Castro

Turismo Pangue
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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. Coastal Villages Tour of Chiloé from Castro

Plaza de Armas de Castro, Castro, Los Lagos, Chile Turismo Pangue
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Tour visiting towns on the north coast of Castro. We will pass through Dalcahue visiting its church and craft fair. Then we will continue our route visiting the small town of San Juan where we will appreciate the construction of wooden boats. Continuing our route we will visit the Tocoihue waterfalls, which is the highest in the archipelago. We will continue the route visiting the town of Tenaun, where we will have lunch in a local agrotourism to finally visit the Church of Colo and Aucar Island in Quemchi.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water, Round-trip shared transfer, Port pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, 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,

3. Puerto Montt: Full day at Chiloé Island, Castro and Dalcahue

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Enjoy a full day tour visiting the most important cities in the mithycal and wonderfull Chiloe island.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Guide during the whole tour, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Tickets, Food and Drink, Optional Gratuities for driver and guide

Reviewed By L8738FOsofiac

We took this tour last year. The guide doesn’t speak English at all, and keep repeating the same information over and over. They also don’t let you move and ask you to be next to them all the time. Amazing place but awful guide

4. Myths and Legends of Chiloé

Kayak Del Lago

Every corner of Chiloe island is unique. We invite you to visit with us the most important cities and try to discover a little more about their myths and legends! NOTE: Minimum of 2 people to operate this tour.

Inclusions: Small group tour (max 5 adults), Vehicle with AC, sunroof and 4x4 (if applicable), Bilingual english-spanish guide, Professional Guide

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By adnunezrodrigo

Even Frutillar was in Fase 3, Isabel organized safe tours for my husband and me. The best part of this tour is the trekking to Las Cascadas, I think is amazing; also I loved all the stops in tiny towns around the lake (as Puerto Octay) whose people was so kind and we could buy local products.

5. Castro Sightseeing Tour in Chiloe

Tangol Chiloé

Castro is the largest city on the island of Chiloé, and the third oldest city in Chile. This city has beautiful architecture, from its famous palafitos to Church of San Francisco, which was declared a World Heritage Site. On this half-day tour we will visit several important landmarks of Castro, such as the palafitos of Pedro Montt and Gamboa, the Castro Regional Museum, and the Millantuy viewpoint, among others. Come and explore this fascinating city with us. Book your place now!

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

Exclusions: Lunch and Drinks, Donations to Churches, Gratuities

6. Quinchao Island Full Day Tour in Chiloe

Tangol Chiloé

Through this tour we can know the island of Quinchao, which stands out for its history, architecture, religiosity and folklore. You will be able to know the town of Achao, the largest outside the big island, and admire yourself with the particularity of its architecture. We will also know the town of Dalcahue, its craft fair and its church, which is a World Heritage Site.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located hotels only), Professional Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Full Day Experience

Exclusions: Lunch and Drinks, Gratuities, Donations to Churches

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