Chile
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| - | + | During the austral summer of 2007/8 it was possible to clear out of Chile for Ushuaia from Puerto Navarino if arriving from the north. It is not permitted to enter in to Chile at this port for a voyage north through the channels. In that case it is required to enter in at Puerto Williams and request a Zarpe in that port. | |
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===Offshore Islands=== | ===Offshore Islands=== | ||
Revision as of 07:18, 18 December 2007
Chile
| Chile | ||||
| File:Countrymap.gif Chile | ||||
| File:Countryflag.jpg Flag | ||||
| Capital: | City?
Santiago | Language:
Latin American Spanish | Currency: | The Chilean Peso, at 12/2007 about 500 peso to the US dollar. |
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| More notes about the country | ||||
Background
Some history about the country needs to be submitted here.
Climate & Weather
Submit the climate details and sources of weather forecasting here.
Charts
Submit details of the charts required for safe navigation of the area.
Any navigation notes here.
Local Radio Nets
The Patagonian Cruisers' Net is on 8164 USB at 0900 Chilean Local Time throughout the year. Operated by Wolfgang out of Villarica in the Los Lagos region.
Arrival/Departure procedures
Submit any details about advance notification of arrival, etc.
Immigration & Customs
Submit details about customs and immigration procedures here.
Visas
A 90 day visa is granted on arrival in the country
Health & Security
Submit any health warnings/information and any security details here.
Ports & Popular Stops
During the austral summer of 2007/8 it was possible to clear out of Chile for Ushuaia from Puerto Navarino if arriving from the north. It is not permitted to enter in to Chile at this port for a voyage north through the channels. In that case it is required to enter in at Puerto Williams and request a Zarpe in that port.
Offshore Islands
Details?
Cruiser's Friends
Submit details/contacts of cruiser's "friends" that can be contacted in advance or on arrival - who can offer information and assistance to our cruising "family".
References & Publications
Patagonia & Tierra del Fuego Nautical Guide by Mariolina & Giorgio Ardrizzi is the standard reference work for the waters from Pto Montt , Chile to Mar del Plata, Argentina.
Links to CruiserLog Forum discussions
Links to discussions on the CruiserLog Forum
External Links
Submit useful website links for the region
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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