Porcelana Hot Springs
A thermal refuge in the midst of nature, where hot waters emerge among fern forests and native vegetation. A remote, silent place to immerse yourself, relax and connect with the landscape of Comau Fjord.
About the expedition
Comau: Where the Andes rise from the ocean
Comau Fjord is a deep geographical rift where the Andes descend into the Pacific Ocean. Its granite walls, covered in temperate rainforests, rise abruptly from the sea, while countless waterfalls descend from the mountains into its waters.
It is a land of extreme contrasts: pristine forests, mountains, glaciers, hidden lagoons and intense geothermal activity that emerges as hot springs at various points along the fjord. Here, the landscape still retains a scale and a natural character that is difficult to find elsewhere in Patagonia.
More about the expedition+
Exploring Comau means sailing slowly towards places that do not appear on conventional routes. It means going ashore on remote coasts, entering ancient forests, discovering hidden lagoons and ending the day immersed in hot springs, surrounded only by rainforest, mountains and the silence of the fjord.
Western Patagonia designs and builds each expedition around our clients' purpose and interests. We provide our vessels, knowledge of the territory and sailing expertise to create a private, entirely bespoke journey through Comau Fjord.
The route, landing places, days of exploration and activities are defined together before departure. It may be an expedition focused on nature and photography, a family adventure, scientific exploration or an audiovisual production. There is no predetermined itinerary: each expedition is built for those who undertake it.
The expedition
Heading for Comau Fjord
We will set sail from Dalcahue towards the Butachauques Islands, navigating among their islands before crossing the open waters of the Gulf of Ancud. After crossing it, we will head towards Comau Fjord, entering one of the deepest, most remote and extreme territories in Patagonia.
Sailing through Cahuelmó Fjord
A journey through deep waters, southern forests and snow-covered mountains, navigating one of the most remote and spectacular corners of Patagonia.
Barbecue by the fjord
An authentic Patagonian experience: lighting the fire and sharing a barbecue outdoors, surrounded by the waters and mountains of Comau Fjord.
Encounter with the blue whale
While sailing across the Gulf of Ancud, before entering Comau Fjord, it is possible in season to encounter one of its great protagonists: the blue whale, surfacing and revealing its powerful blow in the midst of the journey.
Indicative stops
- 1
Dalcahue – Mechuque
Sailing among the islands and channels of the Chiloé Archipelago, discovering small villages, rural landscapes and island life.
- 2
Mechuque – Porcelana
Journey towards the mainland through the Desertores Islands and increasingly remote waters, before entering the great Patagonian fjords.
- 3
Porcelana – Vodudahue
Sailing deep into Comau Fjord, among mountains, forests and waterfalls, with the possibility of encountering marine wildlife along the way.
- 4
Porcelana – Cahuelmó – Quintupeu
One of the most scenic days of the expedition, travelling through narrow fjords and pristine corners, with hot springs, nature and sailing between great rock walls.
- 5
Quintupeu – Voigue
Leaving the more sheltered fjords for open waters, navigating among channels, islands and landscapes that mark the transition from deep Patagonia towards Chiloé.
- 6
Voigue – Dalcahue
Sailing back through the archipelago, among islands, channels and coastal communities, bringing the expedition to a close in Dalcahue.
Indicative minimum duration: 5 days, to be determined with the Captain according to the group and conditions.
Comau is a fjord where the mountains, forest, ocean and the Earth's fire still meet. The Captain adjusts the route, landings and days of exploration according to the group's purpose.
Vessels
Vessels available for this voyage
Subject to availability and coordination with the Captain.
YachtAlba
Region
Los Lagos · Chiloé
YachtSofía Victoria
Region
Los Lagos · Chiloé
Sailing yachtCalipso
Region
Los Lagos · Chiloé
Sailing yachtLakutaia
Region
Los Lagos · Chiloé
Motor launchCahuelmó
Region
Los Lagos · Chiloé
Private charter · Los Lagos / Comau
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