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Palafitos of Castro: A Self-guided Audio Tour of Chiloe Island

4.0(1)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews2 h 20 minBy VoiceMap Audio Tours
The Palafitos were built along the shore by seafaring natives because the forest was so thick. Originally inhabited by shellfish collectors, today they serve as accommodation for visitors like you.

About this activity

Explore Chiloé with a historian who has spent time around the wood-burning stove on long winter nights gathering stories. As you make your way along the coast, you'll hear how fiction is just as believable as fact. As with a beautiful denizen of the sea who blesses fishermen with a catch or a zombie ship out at sea leading people to the golden gates of an eternal city, you'll definitely want to dig deeper into the lore.

Once you've downloaded the tour, you can head to the first point of the tour. Don't worry if there is WiFi or not, because the audio tour works regardless with your phone's GPS signal. Just put your phone in your pocket, forget about it, and let the audio guide you. The tour gives you directions and plays at exactly the right time and place.

Take a stroll around the main part of town. The walk takes about half an hour, but you can stop at any point along the way. Discover the beautiful San Francisco church and taste local delicacies at the market at the end of the tour.

What's included

  • ✓VoiceMap Application
  • ✓Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • ✓Lifetime access to Chiloé Island: The Palafitos of Castro tour

Not included

  • ✕Smartphone
  • ✕Transportation
  • ✕Food/Drink
  • ✕Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

Meeting and pickup

  • Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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