Chiloe Island: Chacao, Ancud & Puñihuil Penguins from Puerto Varas

Excellent tour. Nelly is an excellent guide. Even though there were 41 of us, she always shared information, gave us tip...

Juan Carlos

Travel to the island of Chiloé and visit one of the most important penguin colonies in Chile. Discover the rich nature of what is also known as the Greater Island of Chiloé and discover the ancient city of Ancud.

Details

Duration

10 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

Hotel pickup and return transfer
English speaking guide
Transport by bus and ferry

Not included

Lunch
Puñihuil boat ride: 8000CLP per person
Entry to Ancud museum (donation)

When to book

You can book up to 3 days in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

8.6

Excellent 454 Travelers·29 reviews

January 24, 2026
Frederico
São Paulo, Brazil
All the proposed activities were carried out within the allotted times. The penguins are super friendly, I enjoyed them. Our guide was very helpful, a...
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January 7, 2026
Carla
São Paulo, Brazil
The tour was good and well-organized. The guide gave us a lot of information about the penguin colonies and some legends and general information about...
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January 6, 2026
Juan Carlos
Cartago, Costa Rica
Excellent tour. Nelly is an excellent guide. Even though there were 41 of us, she always shared information, gave us tips, and was attentive and accom...
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January 10, 2026
Fernando
Brazil
Excellent tour, very professional and of good quality.
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December 1, 2025
Tony
Aston, United Kingdom
Excellent guide and information
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November 24, 2025
Mario
Bogotá, Colombia
Javier explained everything very well, he was very kind and generous with the time allotted for visits to the places.
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February 24, 2024
Carina
Barcelona, Spain
The excursion to Chiloé to go to Puñihuil and has been very beautiful and well organized. From the beach we boarded some boats that could fit about 40...
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February 26, 2025
Anonymous
Australia
We loved the penguins, and the boat trip. Could have done without the other stops, but was it was nice to get out the bus and look around
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February 16, 2025
Luis Jorge
Spain
The tour was spectacular
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December 22, 2024
Carlos Amilcar
Fortaleza, Brazil
A lot of time in transport, including the ferry, but the part with the speedboat to see the penguins was very good.
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Chiloe Island: Chacao, Ancud & Puñihuil Penguins

At 8:30 am, we'll leave from Puerto Varas and head to the village of Pargua. There, we'll take a ferry to Chacao, a small village on the island of Chiloé, one of the most picturesque parts of Chile.

From Chacao we'll travel to the Islotes de Puñihuil Natural Monument, a group of rocky islets off the coast of Chiloé. Puñihuil is a protected area where Humboldt and Patagonian penguins come to breed and raise their chicks. This penguin colony also attracts other species, such as the red-legged cormorant and the kelp gull. We'll check out these animals on a boat ride, not included in the price of the excursion.

The next stop will take place in Ancud, where we'll visit what was the capital of the island until 1982. We'll learn about the colonial history of Chiloé by visiting the Regional Museum and the well-preserved Fort San Antonio.

After observing the battery of cannons on the fort, we'll head to the municipal market, where you'll find local handicrafts and foods sourced from both land and sea. You have an hour of your own free time to try some of the delicious local gastronomy at the various food stalls around the market.

Finally, we'll make our way back to Puerto Varas, where arrival is scheduled for 6:30 pm.

Pickup

This activity includes pickup from the following hotels in Puerto Varas:

Bellavista
Cabaña del Lago
Casa Kalfu
Cumbres Dreams de Los Volcanes
Park Inn
Puelche
Radisson
Solace
Enjoy
Puerto Chico

If you prefer, we can also pick you up at the following meeting point in Puerto Varas: Calle del Salvador, 72.

Types of activities in Puerto Varas

Day trips

Other activities in Puerto Varas

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Chiloe Island: Chacao, Ancud & Puñihuil Penguins

Finally, we'll make our way back to Puerto Varas, where arrival is scheduled for 6:30 pm.

Pickup

This activity includes pickup from the following hotels in Puerto Varas:

Bellavista
Cabaña del Lago
Casa Kalfu
Cumbres Dreams de Los Volcanes
Park Inn
Puelche
Radisson
Solace
Enjoy
Puerto Chico

If you prefer, we can also pick you up at the following meeting point in Puerto Varas: Calle del Salvador, 72.

Chiloe Island: Chacao, Ancud & Puñihuil Penguins