Chacao, Ancud & the Beaches of Chiloé Trip from Puerto Varas

Details

Duration

11 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Included

Hotel pick up and drop off.
Ferry transport.
English speaking guide.

Not included

Food.
Boat transport: 8000CLP per person.

When to book

You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Reviews of our customers

8.7

Excellent 182 Travelers·11 reviews

March 19, 2026
Adrian Cabrejo Pinto
Lima, Peru
The guide Jorge seemed excellent to me. He knew a lot and gave good explanations, but we were unlucky with the weather. We couldn't go to the beaches ...
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December 29, 2025
David Christiaan
Netherlands
It was a great trip, and we got up close to the penguins. We also saw many other birds, including cormorants and a pelican. The colonies are smaller t...
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March 5, 2025
Juan Manuel
La Plata, Argentina
Excellent excursion and you see everything that is shown in the description. It should be noted that the publication states that they pick you up and ...
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March 4, 2025
Enrique
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Very good excursion. The places were wonderful, the navigation to see the penguin colony was also great. The guide Carlos was attentive and friendly. ...
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February 12, 2025
Pedro Milla
Antofagasta, Chile
Really nice, a day to get to know and visit the towns and beaches, like the fauna.
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January 15, 2025
Fabrizia
Goiânia, Brazil
Beautiful tour. A great opportunity to get to know a little of Chilean Patagonia quickly and pleasantly. The guide Francisco was very attentive and po...
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The island of Chiloé is one of the most spectacular spots in Chile. On our Chacao, Ancud & the Beaches of Chiloé Trip, we'll see its cities, the famous Puñihuil islets and maybe even some penguins!

Chacao, Ancud & the Beaches of Chiloé Trip

After collecting you from your hotel, we'll head to the village of Pargua. From there, we'll catch a ferry to the island of Chiloé. All aboard!

During the crossing, you will admire the wonderful landscapes surrounding the Chacao Channel and see some of the local wildlife including pelicans and sea lions. When we arrive at the island, we'll wander through the streets of Chacao and see its iconic houses and churches made of larch wood. You won't be surprised to learn that this place has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Our route continues by visiting Caulín, a bay on the north coast of the island. We'll visit the Balneario de Caulín, a delightful stretch of beaches well-known for their oysters, pearl farms, and incredible marine wildlife.

Afterwards, we'll board a boat to go to the Puñihuil Islets, where we'll be able to spot both Magellanic and Humboldt penguins. Did you know that this is the only place in the world where these two species live side by side? We'll tell you about the lifestyle of these birds, the environment, and the abundance of food that makes these islets a paradise for penguins.

The next stage of the tour takes us to the city of Ancud, which was the capital of the island until 1982. We'll visit the Regional Museum and San Antonio Fort to learn all about the history of Chiloé, which remained loyal to the Spanish crown until the end of the Chilean War of Independence.

Later, you'll have 1 hour of free time to have lunch in Ancud at your leisure. The municipal market, with stalls of local products, offers numerous options for discovering local cuisine.

It'll then be time to take you back to your hotel, where we'll arrive 11 hours after our departure.

Hotel Pickup

The trip includes pickup from central hotels in Puerto Varas and Puerto Montt. If you're staying in other areas, we'll meet at the entrance to the Casino de Juegos (Del Salvador 21, 5550206 Puerto Varas, Los Lagos).

This activity is not available for cruise passengers since pickup at the port is not possible.

Chacao, Ancud & the Beaches of Chiloé Trip

After collecting you from your hotel, we'll head to the village of Pargua. From there, we'll catch a ferry to the island of Chiloé. All aboard!

Later, you'll have 1 hour of free time to have lunch in Ancud at your leisure. The municipal market, with stalls of local products, offers numerous options for discovering local cuisine.

It'll then be time to take you back to your hotel, where we'll arrive 11 hours after our departure.

Hotel Pickup

This activity is not available for cruise passengers since pickup at the port is not possible.

Chacao, Ancud & the Beaches of Chiloé Trip