Chile — Patagonia Island Discovery
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Day 1 – Puerto Montt/Puerto Varas - Chiloé Island
Your guide will collect you from your hotel for an early ferry crossing to the island of Chiloé. The island is steeped in history, having been the southernmost European colony in the world for over 300 years as well as being the last Spanish stronghold in Chile. Our destination will be the Puñihuíl Natural Monument, the only place in the world where Humboldt and Magellan penguins nest side by side. We will tour the islands by boat with local fishermen.
After a tasty lunch we will then continue our journey southwards towards Castro, where your guide will show you the most interesting sites of Castro, including its majestic wooden cathedral (a UNESCO World Heritage site), seaside palafito stilt homes, and its local market.
Day 2 – Chiloé Island Explorations
After breakfast we will drive to the village of Chonchi and cross over on a small ferry to the island of Lemuy, seemingly stepping back in time. Lemuy is a quiet, pastoral island set among the other emerald jewels of the Archipelago with a backdrop of the snow-capped Andes across the waters to the East. Upon returning we will continue our journey to Tepuhueico Park and from there hike through a fantastic lush forest rich in diversity.
Day 3 - Quellón - Melinka - Jéchica Island Lodge & Marina
After breakfast you will be transferred to the local airstrip of Quellón where you will fly to Melinka Island; deep into one of Chile’s least explored regions. With endless islets and magical channels between them, this area will impress you with its lush evergreen forests. Once in Melinka we will head towards our final destination: Jéchica Island. En route to Jéchica you will discover many canals and beautiful fjords and more often than not spot some dolphins and even Hump Back and Blue whales!
Day 4 - Jéchica Island Explorations
Today you have a choice between several optional activities each enabling you to reach the heart of this jungle paradise. From expert-guided hiking tours to sea kayaking or wildlife observation this new world will open up to you. Once you are deep in these landscapes, you will be able to hear the language of nature and get in touch with the true Patagonia.
Day 5 - Jéchica Island Explorations
Do not feel surprised if a beautiful giant woodpecker tells you it is time for breakfast by knocking on a nearby tree. After breakfast there will be more to unveil of this magical island’s mysteries.
Day 6 - Melinka – Puerto Montt/Puerto Varas
After an early breakfast, Jéchica´s own vessel will take you back to Melinka Island where you will be transferred back to Puerto Montt or Puerto Varas to conclude your journeys with us.
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