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Chiloe Island

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It is the second biggest island in South America, with only five islands, out of 40, without inhabitants.

Its enviroment is practically virgin soil, most of which is part of the Chiloe National Park, which offers a natural and traditional scenary.

The architecture is the major attraction of this destination. The “palafitos” and the old churches (built between the 18th and 19th centuries) have made of Chiloe a Patrimony of the Humanity by UNESCO.

In Chiloe you can find a simply exquisit gastronomy variety.

Attractions

Flora and fauna. Historical, cultural, architectural and gastronomical interest zone.

Activities

Sea kayak, sport fishing, flora and fauna contamplation, photography.

Location

Tenth region.

How to get there?

From Santiago: Airway to El Tepual Airport in Puerto Montt. Then, land route.

From Panamericana Route 5: Land route to Pargua. Then, seaway to Chacao.

When to go?

All year long.

Climate

Rainy, moderate weather. This weather features rain all year long; in the interior, the temperature oscillates between day and night time.

Services

Housing, food, transportation, outdoor activities, information center, camping.

Surroundings

Achao, Ancud, Caulin Bay, Chacao, Chonchi, Compu, Curaco de Velez, Dalcahue, Laitec island, Mithological and Ecologycal Park of Chiloé, Chiloé National Park, Pingüineras de Puñihuil, Brava beach, Quellón, Chepu River, Yaldad.

Some featured hotels in Chiloe Island

  • Hotel Parque Quilquico

    Hotel Parque Quilquico is the perfect place to experience the south of Chile and the captivating Chiloé Archipelago. It is ideal for those who seek to be in close contact with Mother Nature and marvel at the vast expansions of native…

    From USD$280 Ref. Double

    Hotel Parque Quilquico
  • Hotel Refugia

    A unique HOTEL of avant-garde geometric design, nestled in the magical landscape of Chiloé’s unblemished archipelago, offering exceptional service. The Refugia Hotel has 12 exclusive rooms, each with a sea view, a reading room, a…

    From USD$1.060 Ref. Double

    Hotel Refugia
  • Hostal Boutique Faros del Sur

    The first Boutique Hostel in Chiloe! Accompanying the trend of world tourism, where nature and scenic aspect comes together with the comfort and well being of the tourist, offers a range of quality services worldwide. This is the…

    From USD- Ref.

    Hostal Boutique Faros del Sur
  • Hostería Ancud

    Enjoy a stunning view of the Lacuy bay; in a place surrounded by magic legends and traditions of Chiloé Island. The hostel stands up on the ocean front of the magnificent Ancud Gulf at the magical landscapes of Chiloe island. …

    From USD$111 Ref. Double

    Hostería Ancud

They recommend us

  • "The trip was very enjoyable. The Flamingoes was one of our highlights. Victor the tour guide on 2 of the days was excellent. Kimal hotel was excellent- good service and good accommodation."

    March/2011

    Kenneth Deans

  • "Dear Mariangel and Verena, I wanted to just thank you for everything. The trip has been great in every way. He returned to Argentina, Chile knowing much more than I thought, thanks to my travel companions,…"

    February/2013

    Gustavo Javier Busso

  • "I found most everything about your service was first rate; especially the help I got from :Mariangel Andrade. She was very helpful and gracious and patient in answering all my questions and quick delivery…"

    April/2011

    Marion Purcelli

  • "I would just like to thank Matias Navarro from visitchile.com who was more than helpful and organised everything very well and responded to e-mails in very good time. thank you"

    September/2011

    Louise Dempsey

  • "Katherine Maggio was very helpful and responded quickly, thanks"

    March/2011

    John Gore

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Contact us

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