Chiloé Day Trip: Quemchi, Dalcahue & Castro

Dreamy landscapes and beautiful towns such as Quemchi, Dalcahue & Castro await on Chiloé Island. Discover all its charm with this day trip from Puerto Montt!

Chiloé Day Trip: Quemchi, Dalcahue & Castro

This day trip begins with a pickup from your downtown Puerto Montt hotel. You'll embark on a scenic hour-long drive to the town of Pargua. Upon arrival at the port, you will board a ferry to sail across the Chacao Channel, where the charm of Chiloé Island awaits.

During the crossing, you’ll have the chance to observe sea lions, pelicans, and various marine fauna typical of the Los Lagos region. This channel serves as the natural formation separating the continent from Chiloé Island. After approximately 30 minutes of cruising, we'll reach the port of Chacao, where a brief stroll will allow you to admire the picturesque church and the main square before continuing the tour.

Welcome to Quemchi! This town was famously referred to by the writer Francisco Coloane as the "Commune of 1000 Landscapes" due to its stunning beach, the Costanera. As we drive through, you’ll see firsthand why it earned this title. Next, we’ll cross a 430-meter (1,410-foot) bridge to the island known as the “Island of the Sailing Souls.”

Continuing our journey, we'll head to the municipality of Dalcahue, where you can take a stroll through the handicraft market and visit the church of Nuestra Señora de Los Dolores, a notable Chilean construction that is part of a World Heritage Site.

The final stop will be in Castro, the capital of the island. In this vibrant town, you’ll notice that most houses are painted in bright colors, and during the tour, you will learn about the significance of this tradition. We'll also visit the San Francisco church and its handicraft market.

As we conclude our day, we'll depart from Chiloé Island, returning to Puerto Montt, with a scheduled arrival approximately 12 hours after the initial pickup.

Hotel Pickup 

This activity includes pickup only at hotels located in the center of Puerto Montt, specifically not at apartments. If you are staying in an apartment or a hotel outside of the central area, the meeting point will be at the entrance of the Hotel Ibis (Diego Portales 1001, 5480000 Puerto Montt, Los Lagos).

HOW DOES IT WORK?

During this Chiloé day trip, you will have the chance to explore three charming towns: Quemchi, Dalcahue, and Castro. The trip includes hotel pickup in downtown Puerto Montt, a scenic drive, ferry crossing, and guided visits to each location.

Inclusions

• Hotel pickup from downtown Puerto Montt
• Ferry ride across the Chacao Channel
• Guided tour of Quemchi, Dalcahue, and Castro

Exclusions

• Pickup from apartments or hotels outside of the central area
• Meals and refreshments

Meeting Point

If you are staying in an apartment or a hotel further from the center, please meet at the entrance of the Hotel Ibis (Diego Portales 1001, 5480000 Puerto Montt, Los Lagos).