Chiloé Island Day Trip: Chacao, Castro y Dalcahue

Chacao, Dalcahue, Castro and other beautiful Chilean towns await on Chiloé Island. Be seduced by the incredible scenery on this excursion from Puerto Varas.

Chiloé Island Day Trip: Chacao, Castro y Dalcahue

We'll pick you up from your hotel in Puerto Varas at 8 am and head to the port for a cruise along the Chacao Canal. This area is known for its variety of birds; see how many you can spot during the journey.

After a 30-minute sail, we'll arrive at the port of Chacao on Chiloé Island. Explore the church and the main square. We'll also visit the town of Castro, famous for its colorful houses.

In Castro, you will have approximately one hour for lunch at your convenience before we move on to the Gamboa River Palafitos Stilt Houses, notable for their unique design above the water.

Next, we will visit the Church of Nercón, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, followed by a stop in Dalcahue for the craft market and the Ethnographic Historic Museum (entrance not included).

Returning to Puerto Varas, we will drop you back at your hotel around 7 pm.

Pick up

The tour includes pick up from the following hotels in Puerto Varas: Bellavista, Cabaña del Lago, Casa Kalfu, Cumbres, Dreams de Los Volcanes, Park Inn, Puelche, Radisson, Solace, Enjoy and Puerto Chico. If staying elsewhere, you must go to Calle del Salvador 72.

Departure from Puerto Montt

You can also take this trip from Puerto Montt.