Highlights Kayak to Chiloe's stupendous glacial valleys and primeval temperate rainforests Watch dolphins, sea lions, penguins and other sea birds Dine on fresh salmon steaks or steamed shellfish gathered from the cliffs at low tide Watch the sun set on the peaks as you relax in hot pools Taste guindao, rompón, rich curanto or a hearty dish of 'beans with reins' Wander through the local market of Castro and see artisans at work Spread your sleeping bag under the diamond stars of the Southern Cross

Day 1 After meeting in Puerto Montt, we drive down the Southern Highway, and cross the Reloncaví estuary to Hornopirén. There we board our 50-foot support vessel and head for Los Ciervos Island. After stopping for lunch in a nice cove, we sail on to Llancahué Island, where we climb into our sea kayaks for instruction and practice. Afterwards, we camp for the night on this island.
Day 2 Now we begin the wild part of our Chiloe kayak trip. We put in near the entrance to Quintupeu Fjord, where the German battleship Dresden hid during World War I. The sheer slopes, cut by countless waterfalls tumbling off the heights, are covered with lush vegetation that hangs over our heads. As we glide along under this lush canopy, we try to catch a glimpse of dolphins jumping near our kayaks. At nightfall, we camp at the end of the fjord.
Day 3 We navigate down to Cahuelmó Fjord, stopping at the entrance to see if there are any sea lions at play. We don't stop for long though, because we want to paddle the far end of Cahuelmó in time to get up the river, or hike through the wild tidal flats. Finally, we take a relaxing dip in Cahuelmo Hot Springs before turning in for the night.
Day 4 Our goal for today's journey is Porcelana Hot Springs. On the way, we stop at the settlement of Huinay and hike up a glacial valley surrounded by snow-capped mountains. From this village we cut straight across Comau Fjord to Porcelana, where we pitch camp in a lush green pasture and head for the tidal pools of hot water surrounded by magnificent scenery.
Day 5 We paddle down to the end of Comau Fjord to Leptepu, passing by stunning snow-capped peaks on our way to a secluded corner in a setting of plunging waterfalls and virgin forests. We also see a lagoon, teeming with wildlife, which we can reach by kayak at high tide. In the afternoon we return to Porcelana and, of course, we don't fail to go for another long soak in our beautiful hot spring.
Day 6 Early this morning we board our support vessel for the trip down Comau Fjord and around the Huequi Peninsula. After a hearty lunch, we set sail across the open waters of the Gulf of Ancud, heading for the beautiful Chauques Islands. We arrive in the late afternoon and set up camp on the island of Mechuque. We still have plenty of time to wander around and visit the local people, famous for their warm hospitality.
Day 7 We kayak the waterways among the islands of Mechuque, Voigue, Añihue and Taucolon, visiting villages and churches as we go. We pay special attention to the traditional culture of this area, celebrated in the songs and dances of Chilean folklore. In particular, we watch for palafitos, stilt houses, with brightly colored fishing boats tied up in their basements. We stop for the night in a family-owned guest house in the enchanting village of Mechuque. Our hosts prepare a banquet whose main course is none other than the famous curanto, a legendary dish in the maritime cuisine of southern Chile.
Day 8 In the morning we set sail for our sea kayaking centre near the port of Dalcahue. After lunch at the centre, we paddle across Dalcahue Channel to Quinchao Island to visit the lovely San Xavier church and cemetery. On our way back to the centre, we stop by the picturesque port of Dalcahue. After a relaxing bath in our hot tub and a memorable dinner, we spend the night in our centre.
Day 9 Today we drive to Castro to visit the handicraft market, with its woollen goods, baskets, and many other items that catch our fancy. We also visit several additional attractions of the city, including the famous church of San Francisco. In early afternoon, we depart for the return trip to Puerto Montt, where some will board a plane for home while others will go on to visit more of the countless interesting places in Chile. So we say good-bye to our companions, whose warm friendship has helped make this adventure such a wonderful, unforgettable experience.

Note: The 6 days trip is the first six days of itinerary ending in Puerto Montt as follows:
Day 6 Early this morning we board our support vessel to navigate up Comau Fjord to Hornopirén, where we take the road back to Puerto Montt in time to catch the evening flight or bus to Santiago