How to Get There
Chiloé Island is the largest island in the Chiloé Archipelago, the second largest island in Chile, after the Isla Grande de Tierra del Fuego, and the fifth largest in South America. The Chiloé Archipelago is separated from the western shores of Chile by the Gulf of Ancud (Spanish: Golfo de Ancud) and the Gulf of Corcovado (Spanish: Golfo de Corcovado).
The island is reached on the Greater Island of Chiloé, located south of Puerto Montt in Chile’s “Lakes Region, whose Mocopullia Airfield in Castro you can get on a 100-minute commercial flight from Santiago de Chile. Once there, you can reach Quellón in a 60 minutes car trip by the gorgeous Pan American Highway, which begins in Anchorage, Alaska and ends precisely y Quellón, the nearest village to Isla San Pedro on Chiloé.
From there Isla San Pedro is accessed by boat, and it takes an hour and a half to arrive, or by speedboat, 40 minutes.
In the near future it will have municipal marine transport with a cost of $ 3,000 pesos (USD 4) per person.
Isla San Pedro’s Accessibility
Bridge: In addition to ferries, Isla San Pedro is connected to nearby islands or mainland areas by bridges. Bridges offer another option for accessing the island, providing a direct and convenient route for travelers who prefer driving or taking public transportation. Bridges are often designed to accommodate both vehicles and pedestrians, making it easy for visitors to explore Isla San Pedro and its attractions.
Airport: For those traveling from farther distances or internationally, Isla San Pedro may also be accessible via nearby airports. Airports in the region provide flights to and from various destinations, allowing travelers to reach the area quickly and efficiently. From the airport, visitors can then use ground transportation options such as taxis, buses, or rental cars to reach ports or bridges that connect to Isla San Pedro.
Each of these access points — ferries, bridges, and airports — contributes to making Isla San Pedro a well-connected destination, catering to different preferences and travel needs of visitors from both within Chile and abroad. These options ensure that travelers can choose the most suitable and enjoyable route to reach the island and begin their exploration of its natural beauty and cultural attractions.