Canoeing & Kayaking

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Canoeing & Kayaking

Written by Natalia Neira

Thursday, 20 November 2008 11:15

Even though this extreme sport has become well-known in the US and Europe, it is not very popular in Chile yet. One day of canoeing can cost around US$140 - $160. The gear (helmet, neoprene suit, lifejacket) is usually included.

Interesting Tours

Lago Espolón
The Lago Espolón is located about 8 kilometers from the town of Futaleufú in Chile’s 10th region (a few hours from Puerto Montt). The canyon has several waterfalls and pools. For people with a good endurance this tour should be fine.

Río Leon
Close to Petrohué lies the Río Leon, you can experience waterfalls, pools and climbing areas. The activities in the river are not for the weak, and it is advised you take a tour with an experienced guide. Also, the water can be very cold.

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Last Updated on Thursday, 20 November 2008 11:18

CACHAI: "Get it?" "Understand?" This word comes from the root Cachar (to catch) and represents a remarkable preocupation by today's youth that everyone understand "what they are talking about" "where they come from", etc. (This according to "How to live in the Chilean jungle" book 1996). But the word cachai has become so popular in Chile that is not weird to hear a grandma saying it!

SAPEAR: (Echar un saping) "To sneak a peek". To take a look at someone usually without the other person knowing. You can sapear other people life's through facebook for example.

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SACAR LA VUELTA: To take one's time doing something while at work.

PISAR: A word to refer to a sexual act. This word comes from the same term used to indicate animal sex.

PELAR EL CABLE: To talk a lot of nonsense or say crazy things. To talk without any determinable meaning significance. (How to survive in the Chilean jungle 1996)

PITUTO: "Connection" A contact with someone or someplace to receive special treatment or privileges. The most classical pituto example in Chile is to have contact in business to get work.