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Chiloe Island
Show Chiloe Island in a mapIt is the second biggest island in Soutand 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.
Travel services in Chiloe Island
| Tours related to Chiloe Island | Duration | Rate |
|---|---|---|
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| Skorpios Cruise II - Chonos Route | 6 days | USD $1100 |
| Puerto Montt - Puerto Varas - Chiloé - Petrohue | 4 days | USD $478 |
| Puerto Montt - Puerto Varas - Frutillar - Chiloé - Petrohue | 5 days | USD $684 |
| Hotels in Chiloe Island | Stars | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hosteria de Castro |  | USD $75 |
| Hostería Ancud | | USD $86 |
