Chiloé Island & Chiloé National Park
Chiloé National Park, located on Chiloé Island, the country's second biggest island, is definitely worth adding to your trip itinerary. Chiloé Island is incredibly distinctive, despite not being as rough as the remainder of the country's most stunning terrain.
It looks in places like the type of rural geography you'd expect to see in areas of Europe — Germany comes to mind – and it's a joy to explore.
Aside from the island's several ancient distinctive wooden churches, which are vestiges of the communities formed by Jesuit priests who landed here in the 1600s, there are also lots of charming, colorful old dwellings. They are called "palafitos" because they nestle along the beach and are lifted out of the sea on stilts. Many of the island's historic churches are also vividly decorated and should be seen.
Chiloé National Park has grown in popularity among tourists in recent years. The opportunity to witness species as diverse as blue whales and dolphins (sightseeing trips are offered) and the enormous penguin breeding grounds on the neighboring Islotes de Puihuil Natural Monument is a highlight of a visit to this area of great natural beauty. Sea kayaking, hiking, and eco-tourism are among the available activities.
- Entrance fees:
- Chilean:
Adults(1)CLP$ 2.600
Children between 12 and 17 years old(1)CLP$ 1.600 - Foreigners:
AdultsCLP$ 5.200 - Children between 12 and 17 years old(2)CLP$ 2.600
- Chilean:
- Opening time:
Sunday 9am - 6pm
Monday - Saturday: 9am - 8pm - Recommended duration: 8 hours
- Location: Los Lagos,Chile
