6 hour Chaullin Island boat ride with Curanto preparation

Chaullin Island

Highlights

Puerto Montt

nature, Eco Tourism, Shore Excursion

Private Tour

6 Hours

Easy

Spanish

Description

Discover the natural splendor of one the oldest myrtles forests in America in a very special island located five miles from the coast of Calbuco. Get an opportunity to see the Curanto preparation and enjoy your cocktails in a jungle setting.

Itinerary

Chaullin Island tour
- Board your motorcoach and take a scenic one-hour ride to Calbuco (City of Blue Water). It is actually an island that is linked to the mainland by a 240 m long rock-cut. There is a large number of canning factories and salmon farming centres here.
- Upon arrival, make a brief visit to the municipal market where you can find a wide variety of seafood, fish and crafts.
- Board a boat to navigate to Isla Chaullin and get a briefing by the local hosts on reaching there.
- See the traditional preparation process for Curanto. The seafood, sausages, chicken, pork and vegetables are layered in a pit filled with hot stones.
- Begin your trek to the island, where you can see millenary trees and notice an infinite calm. Enjoy an appetizing cocktail served in this special natural environment.
- Continue your tour to explore the other corners of the island. Upon your return, the Curanto will be served. You can relish your food while listening to the local folklorists playing Chilotas tunes.
- Enjoy your free time to explore the island.
Return to Puerto Montt.

What's Included

Private air-conditioned car transfer for the group

Boat ride

English speaking guide

Local guide for Chaullin activities

Cocktail

Full typical lunch

Beverages (wine, soft drinks, water)

What's Excluded

Meals other than mentioned in the inclusions

Personal expenses

Tips

Know Before You Go

What to wear:

Walking shoes.

Hat and sunglasses.

Warm comfortable clothing.

Important:-

Our team will be waiting for you outside the port with a Priceless Tours T-shirt at the time indicated in the email confirmation.

Tour duration may vary depending on traffic conditions.

Weather is unpredictable in this zone and showers could be expected. This tour is not recommended for guests with limited mobility/in wheelchairs

The itinerary is subject to change without notice, either before the departure or during the trip. The possibility does exist and the order of events may vary from what is reflected herein. (Factors- weather, tour conditions, physical ability of the participants, preferences).