Corral & Mancera Island Navigation

Q: What type of boat is used for the Corral & Mancera Island Navigation?

The cruise is operated on spacious, stable catamarans with capacity for up to 180 passengers. On board, you’ll find two decks, including open-air terraces, perfect for enjoying the scenery, feeling the ocean breeze, and taking photos along the way. The catamaran also has restrooms on the first deck, plus an onboard bar where you can buy drinks.

Q: What’s the difference between the vessel’s first and second floor?

The first floor has a capacity for 120 passengers, while the second floor has a capacity for only 40 passengers. On the other hand, the second floor offers better views of the landscape during navigation.

Q: What does lunch include?

You can choose from four lunch options: baked salmon, shredded beef, baked chicken, or a vegetarian dish (soy burger) with a side and dessert. Drinks are not included.

Q: How to book Corral & Mancera Island Navigation?

You can book Corral & Mancera Island Navigation online through Nomades.com, the largest tour booking platform in Chile. Just go to the activity page, choose the date, number of passengers, and pay online by credit card, bank transfer, or using a 10% deposit to pay the rest at destination.

Q: How far in advance should I book Corral & Mancera Island Navigation?

The tour Corral & Mancera Island Navigation can be booked up to 1 days before the departure date. However, we recommend booking in advance to ensure availability.

Sail the Valdivia River and explore the colonial fortresses of Corral and Isla Mancera, built in the 17th century to defend the city.

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Price per person

CLP$ 45.000

Duration

5 hours and 45 minutes

Schedules

1:00 pm to 6:45 pm

Meeting point

Av. Arturo Prat 400, Valdivia (Marqués de Mancera booth located in the Costanera Arturo Prat)

Includes

Navigation
Lunch
Spanish-speaking guide

Does not include

Pickup at your accommodation (urban area)
Entrance fee to San Pedro de Alcántara Castle (CLP $1.000 during the low season and CLP $3.000 during the high season; cash payment on the day of the tour)
Entrance fee to San Sebastián de la Cruz Castle (CLP $3.000 during the low season and CLP $5.000 during the high season; cash payment on the day of the tour)
Drinks

Restrictions

You cannot bring food on the boat trip
Bringing drinks is not allowed

Weather

Subject to weather conditions

What to bring

Comfortable clothing
Warm clothing
Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses
Water

Description

We will take you on this Corral & Isla Mancera Boat Tour, one of Valdivia’s signature experiences, blending history, landscapes, and local culture.

You will sail along the Valdivia River, passing landmarks such as Isla Teja, Isla Mota, Isla del Rey, Isla Sofía, and Cutipay Bridge, while enjoying river views. Then you will explore two impressive colonial fortresses: the San Pedro de Alcántara Fortress on Isla Mancera, and the San Sebastián de la Cruz Fortress in Corral. Built in the 17th century, these structures were part of a defensive network against pirates, corsairs, and foreign powers.

During the journey, you will enjoy a traditional lunch at a shared table and have time to capture unique photos of the river and landscapes.

Finally, we will return in the afternoon, admiring the beautiful colors over the Valdivia River, closing a day full of culture, nature, and history.

Important notes

San Pedro de Alcántara Castle is closed until further notice due to a landslide.

Frequently asked questions

What type of boat is used for the Corral & Mancera Island Navigation?

What’s the difference between the vessel’s first and second floor?

What does lunch include?

How to book Corral & Mancera Island Navigation?

How far in advance should I book Corral & Mancera Island Navigation?