Kayaking at Dead Tree Valley

Location:
Mirador de Chepu
Chile

Kayaking

V!VA User‘s Description

Kayaking at the Dead Tree Valley in Chiloé, Chile is a unique experience. This place is in Chepu, 35 kilometers SW of Ancud. I contacted Mirador de Chepu and they picked me up in Ancud. After 40 minutes we arrived at the Mirador. I was instantly astonished by the spectacular view from the terrace to the Dead Tree Valley. I was informed a big tsunami in 1960 devastated thousands of trees. Today the area is wetlands, and is home to a large variety of birds. Kayaking is by far the best way to visit the Dead Trees. I was equipped with a lifejacket and a small transceiver and was informed about the birds and wildlife. I was also informed about the tides of the river and how to use them in my favor for a peaceful ride in the kayak. The experience was great. The silence surrounded me and I became close to the dead trees and to the birds living in the place. I had only to steer the kayak in the direction I decided. Some birds did not fly away, so I could take beautiful pictures. 6 hours lasted a minute. At the end of the trip I received barbecued food and a cold beer I previously ordered. I really recommend the place because it is very well organized and people of the Mirador are very welcoming and friendly. They speak English.

Getting There
There is a local bus that runs twice a day to Chepu at 6:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. but the Mirador offers private transportation too.

Price Description: Accomodation is available for about US$50 at the B&B including two full meals.

Relative price: Mid-Range

Open Hours from:9:00 a.m.

Open Hours to:6:00 p.m.

Days Closed:Monday during low season April-August

Travel Skills: beginner/easy.

You Need to Bring: Good comfortable and water resistant shoes and jacket,sun protection lotion and insect repeller durind january february.

Chilean Trail Sendero de Chile www.senderodechile.cl and Parque Nacional de Chiloe. Trekking, local horse riding, fishing.

Contact Information:
Zip: Casiilla 402 Correo Ancud
Phone: 56 93792481
E-mail: mirador(at)remove-this.chepu.cl
URL: www.chepu.cl