PRIVATE NAVIGATION: “INSULAR CHILOÉ AND ITS LOCAL COMMUNITIES”

Chiloé, Chile

5 days and 4 nights

The insular Chilean Patagonia, which its doors are Chiloé and the Cape Horn, is one of the last confines in the world, to still be discovered . This zone is still much unexplored with pristine spots which connects the ancestral cultures of originary people like – Chonos, Huilliches, Yaganes and Selknams – with a globalize world.

Day 1 – Arrival to Chiloé and transfer to pier

Arrive in Puerto Montt or Castro and transfer to the Pier in Quinchao, located south of Castro. Welcome by the staff, briefing of the expedition and check-in. Meals included: dinner.

Day 2 – Quinchao Pier – Quehui and Chelin Islands

Arrive at Mocopulli Airport in Castro and transfer to the Pier in Quinchao, located south of Castro. Welcome by the staff, check in and begin navigation of 25 miles approx (4 hours) by Lemuy channel toward the islands of Quehui and Chelin. Here we will be able to do different activities with the community such as local gastronomy, traditional boatyard carpentry, cultural immersion in the Chona culture (mummies and cemetery), trekking, and kayaking. Accommodation on board. Meals included: Lunch and dinner.

Day 3 – Quehui – Mechuque Island

At a time to be agreed, the beginning of navigation of approx 4 hours between Quehui and Mechuque Island located in the beautiful Butachauques Archipelago. Inland, we will be able to visit the local museum of Don Paulino, the coast and its “palafitos”, the cemetery and also visit the dock and the hills to have a great view. Accommodation on board. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner.

Day 4 – Mechuque – Quemchi Island

At a time to be agreed, beginning navigation of approx 3 hours toward the zone of Quemchi, specifically on the island of Caucahue. Here we will have 2 alternatives; first, visit Queler in Caucahue Island and discover the island, the local gastronomy and listen to the stories of the people. The second alternative is to go to Estero Bonito and overnight in a typical Chilote house (this alternative has an additional cost). Accommodation to choose from. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner.

Día 5 – Quemchi – Linao – Castro o Puerto Montt o Puerto Varas

At a time to be agreed, begin of brief navigation (2 hours approx) toward the beautiful bay of Linao, one of the most beautiful in Chiloé located in the north of the island. Here we will be able to watch the fauna, visit a local milk fabric and participate in the activities there. Then, at a time to be agreed (after lunch), transfer to Castro or Puerto Montt or Puerto Varas. Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch (box lunch).

Private transfer Castro – Quinchao Pier.
4 nights onboard the vessel considering the distribution of each one with the captain on board. Optionally with an extra cost, the last night can be at Estero Bonito in a typical local cabin.
Full board considering water, soft drinks, beers and wines.
Excursions and activities from the itinerary.
Private transfer Linao pier – Castro or Puerto Montt or Puerto Varas.
NOT INCLUDED: insurances of any kind, alcoholic spirits, extra expenses, personal expenses and anything not mentioned as included.

Commercial Notes

Prices are NET per person in USD. Any modification on the number of passengers, the program must be quoted again.
Prices and services are subject to availability at the moment of confirmation.
KMS Travel acts as an intermediary for the customer for these services.
KMS Travel has no liability for delays or date changes produced by weather conditions, negligence, mechanical problems or other forcé majeur circumstances derivate from third parties.
The itinerary is subject to change in case the captain considers it necessary due to security and/or climate conditions.
The exact times of meals and excursions will be defined together with the vessel staff upon embarkation.
At the moment of embarkation, the captain will instruct the passengers on all security measures. The captain reserves the right to cancel at any moment the trip if he considers the security conditions are in danger for the passengers and staff.
Each passenger must present at the moment of the embarkation a copy of his life or trip insurance.
Services don’t include anything not mentioned as included on the program like early check-in, late check out, gratuities, personal expenses, etc.

Payment and Cancelation Policies

Payment 50% at the moment of confirmation and 50% 30 days before arrival.
The program allows cancellations with the following conditions:
- Cancellations 45 days before the arrival date, 100% will be refunded.
- Cancellations with less than 45 days before the arrival date, no refund.

Payment methods: Bank transfer, credit card.

In case of payment with a credit card issued outside Chile, applies an extra 3,9% over the total amount.
In case of payment with an international bank transfer, all costs and charges must be paid by the customer (OUR transfer code)

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