National park · Chile
Parque Tantauco
Visit Parque Tantauco: drive 40 km (25 mi) on mixed road to the north gate, pay CLP 15,000–30,000 for entry or camping, hike the 120 km (75 mi) trail network; expect rain year‑round and check conditions.Visit Parque Tantauco: drive 25 mi (40 km) on mixed road to the north gate, pay CLP 15,000–30,000 for entry or camping, hike the 75 mi (120 km) trail network; expect rain year‑round and check conditions.
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Area
1,180 km² (456 sq mi)456 sq mi (1,180 km²)
approximate
Established
2005
Best months
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UNESCO
None
Rules in force · 6Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the fir…
- South America ↗Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the first day light; sleep lower where you can (Sacred Valley before Cusco) and descend if headache comes with vomiting or confusion.
- South America ↗A yellow fever certificate is required on arrival in French Guiana, and asked for on some routes into Bolivia, Paraguay, Suriname and Guyana, or when arriving from Amazon areas — vaccinate at least 10 days before travel and carry the card.
- South America ↗Overnight buses are the norm in Argentina, Chile and Peru, but pick top-tier companies and keep valuables on your body; on-board thefts from overhead racks are the common loss.
- Chile ↗Check entry rules for your passport with Chile's National Migration Service or a Chilean consulate; keep the entry slip or digital record you receive.
- Chile ↗Torres del Paine: campsites and refugios on the W and O treks must be booked in advance, and the park requires an entry ticket bought ahead; check the official park (CONAF) channels.
- Chile ↗Chile strictly controls food imports: declare fruit, meat, dairy, seeds and honey on arrival, or throw them away before customs.
At a glance
- Country
- Chile
- Area
- 1,180 km² (456 sq mi)456 sq mi (1,180 km²)
- Park covers about 1,180 km² of private land on Chiloé Island (check).
- Established
- 2005
- Best months
- —
- Permits
- For some areas
Parque Tantauco is a privately owned reserve on Chiloé Island, created in 2005 to protect Valdivian temperate rainforest and its endemic species, offering 120 km of marked trails, a museum, and limited lodging.
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Why go, which months, and what lives here when
At a glance
Status
- No UNESCO listing; national park since 2005.
Size and age
1,180 km² (456 sq mi)456 sq mi (1,180 km²) · national park since 2005
Park covers about 1,180 km² of private land on Chiloé Island (check).
Why go
- Private park protects Valdivian temperate rainforest and rare species.
- 120 km (75 mi) of marked trails give access to cypress forest, otter habitats and coastal scenery.75 mi (120 km) of marked trails give access to cypress forest, otter habitats and coastal scenery.
When to go
- JanCaution
- FebCaution
- MarCaution
- AprCaution
- MayCaution
- JunCaution
- JulCaution
- AugCaution
- SepCaution
- OctCaution
- NovCaution
- DecCaution
- Janrain likely year‑round
- Febrain likely year‑round
- Marrain likely year‑round
- Aprrain likely year‑round
- Mayrain likely year‑round
- Junrain likely year‑round
- Julrain likely year‑round
- Augrain likely year‑round
- Seprain likely year‑round
- Octrain likely year‑round
- Novrain likely year‑round
- Decrain likely year‑round
Wildlife and nature calendar
| What | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huillín otterAll year | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Chilote foxAll year | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Guaitecas cypressAll year | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
Arrive & move
Getting in, how the park is divided, and where things are
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How to get there
Zones and sectors
| Zone | What is there | Access |
|---|---|---|
| North sector | Gate, visitor centre, trailheads, Inio lodge. | Open with entry ticket. |
| South sector | Boat‑access area, remote trails, museum. | Boat from Quellón; limited space, reserve. |
Sketch map
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4 points as a GPX waypoint file, plus a plain-text list of coordinates. Save it while you have signal: maps apps show the points without a connection.
Coordinates centred on the park headquarters; exact trailhead points vary.
See & do
Caves, trails and wildlife, with how hard each is and whether it needs booking
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Top experiences
Practical
Fees, permits, rules, where to sleep and what can go wrong
Show 8 sectionsHideEntry fees and permits, Park rules, Where to stay, Safety, Accessibility, Visiting lightly, Questions people ask, Related
Entry fees and permits
| Item | Range | Per | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry fee (day visitor) | CLP 15,000 | person | check |
| Camping fee (site) | CLP 15,000 | person | High season Jan–Mar; low season cheaper (check). |
Ranges, not quotes: fees change without notice. Check with the park or your operator · checked Sep 2026.
Park entry permit or guide
Camping permit or guide
What would our group pay?
People
Nights or days
- CLP 15,000
- CLP 15,000
Tick the fees that apply to your trip to see a total.
A guide, not a quote: the ranges are estimates (checked 2026-09) and each fee may have rules on who pays it. Confirm on Parque Tantauco official site before you go.
Park rules
- Guides
- Required for backcountry routes beyond the main trailheads.
- Camping
- Only in designated sites; no wild camping.
- Fires
- Open fires prohibited; use provided stoves.
Where to stay
In the park
Inio lodge guesthouse
Double rooms 60,000–70,000 CLP; cabins up to 8 people 84,000–98,000 CLP.
Near the park
Quellón town
Budget hotels and hostels, 20‑30 min drive to gate.
Safety
Rain and mud on trails medium
Limited cell coverage low
How much daylight do you have?
Time out
Finding the local time zone…
Times are local to the spot (zone loading). The half-hour margin is our rule of thumb, not an official figure; light fades earlier in forest or under cloud. Carry a headlamp on any route that could run late.
Accessibility
- Main gate reachable by car; short walks to trailheads.
- Longer trails steep and uneven; not suitable for limited mobility.
Visiting lightly
- Stay in park‑run lodging to support conservation.
- Do not feed wildlife; pack out all litter.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to enter Parque Tantauco?
Entry is CLP 15,000 per person; camping adds another CLP 15,000 per night.
What are the best hikes in Parque Tantauco?
The Inio lodge trail (2–3 h, easy) and the Cypress forest loop (4 h, moderate) are popular and well marked.
When is the best time to visit Parque Tantauco?
Dry months October to March give the most reliable trail conditions; the peak dry period is December to February.
Do I need a guide for day hikes?
check
Is camping allowed anywhere in the park?
Only in designated campsites; a fee of CLP 15,000 applies.
Deep dive
Every source; fees and rules change, so check before you go
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