Quellon (Puerto Quellon) (CLPTE)

The port is entered between Punta Yatac and Punta Chiguao. The port is used by a busy ferry terminal for Ro-Ro traffic to Chacabuco and consists of numerous piers and floating pontoons.

Southern Winter Seasonal Zone, Winter Apr 16 to Oct 15, Summer Oct 16 to Apr 15.

The port of Quellon is situated on Chiloe Island approx 650nm S of Valparaiso.

Max LOA 102.2m, beam 18.08m, draught 6m and 2,845DWT.

Anchorage is recommended approx 0.2nm N of Bajo Valdivia, 43°08'S 073°37'W, least depth 8.0m sand, in depths of approx 22m mud, or farther in 0.15nm S of the ramp light, in depths of 12.0-15.0m. Quellon also offers good anchorage in moderate depths of 12m-21m. Quellon Bay can then offer anchorage in depths from 24m-29m near the W coast. Anchorage locations are as follows: 1. 43° 07’ 30’’ S., 073° 37'15'' W. 2. 43° 07’ 30’’ S., 073° 36' 56'' W. 3. 43° 07’ 52’’ S., 073° 37' 00" W. 4. 43° 07’ 30’’ S., 073° 36' 35'' W. 5. 43° 07’ 29’’ S., 073° 36' 12"W. 6. 43° 07’ 45” S., 073° 36' 12"W. 7. 43° 07’ 29’’ S., 073° 35' 38'' W.

The port can be entered via 3 separate channels: Canal Laitec, (43°15'S 073° 39'W), the least dangerous. Canal Yelcho, 43°13'S 073°36'W, suitable for good weather conditions in daylight only. Canal Chiguao, 43°11'S 073°30'W, the most dangerous channel. The Canal Coldita, 43°14'S 073°43'W, is narrow and encumbered with rocks and therefore only suitable for boats. Canal Laitec: There is a depth of 11.0m on the recommended track, in position 43°12.3'S 073°39.6'W, in the N part of Canal Laitec. The directions are as follows: From the vicinity of 43°19'S 073°39'W, the recommended track leads N through Canal Laitec, keeping towards the W side, noting that a bank with depths of 7.0m extends up to 0.5nm offshore, so as to clear the dangers on the E side, passing (with reference to Punta Laitec, 43° 16'S 073°35'W): W of an 11.3m patch (2nm SSW), then: W of Bajo Anselmo a 4m patch, marked by a lightbuoy, (1.5nm WSW), thence: W of Roca Aguja (3.5nm NNW) with dangers extending 0.75nm S, then: W of a 8.5m patch (4.5nm NNW). From the N end of Canal Laitec the track leads NE to Puerto Quellon, passing S of Bajo Blanco, 43°10'S 073°40'W.

BA 1289. Admiralty Pilot NP7, NP286(7).

1025.

The minimum visibility for the docking manoeuvre is 500m at the Varaderos Bahia Quellon Terminal. It is noted that at the Varaderos Bahia Quellon Terminal: There are mooring bollards (20 NR, 10 for each band and separated every 8m) and rubber fenders (4 NR).

Pilotage is available and compulsory for vessels within the canal areas and pilots board prior to entering Canal Laitec. For vessels with a draught > 12.19m pilots board 43°20.50’S, 73°36.00’W (Outer) and for vessels with a draught < 12.19m pilots board 43°15.78’S, 73°38.37’W (Inner).

Isla Laitec Light, (white GRP tower, black band), 43°17'S 073°35'W. Isla Mauchil Light (white GRP tower red bands, 4m in height), 43°16'S 073°41'W. The is a white navigational aid at the head of the Varaderos Bahia Quellon Terminal for smaller recreational vessels, orientated 360°, with a visibility of 3nm. Located 43° 07' 10,861'S., 73° 34' 37,731'W.

Entering Canal Chaiguao from the E is only recommended for those with local knowledge due to the rocks and shoals found S of Punta Chaiguao and block most of the entrance to the Canal. The minimum visibility for the docking manoeuvre is 500m at the Varaderos Bahia Quellon Terminal.

Range between 4.4m-5.1m. There is a high degree of protection from the deep water waves generated in the area of the Gulf of Corcovado. The islands of Cailin, Laitec and Coldita act as a natural barrier. Waves from the S and SW are the most unfavourable for vessels. Currents are variable and irregular in the channels and maintain a rate of 2-3kts.

Prevailing winds: N'ly, NE'ly and SW'ly. Wind speeds can reach up to 16.5kts. 28/09/2023: 5.1 magnitude earthquake 76km S of Quellon.

Puerto Quellon contact info: Call Sign: Quellon Radio (CBP28) VHF: Ch 9, 14 and 16. RT Frequency: 2182 kHz and 2738 kHz Telephone: +65 65 2681260 Facsimile: + 65 65 2681260 Harbourmaster contact info: Telephone: +56 65 2680585/+65 65 2681260 Facsimile: +65 65 2681260 E-mail: cpquellon@directemar.cl Captaincy of Puerto de Quellуn contact info: Telephone: : +56 65 2681260 / +56 65 2680585. E-mail: servicioscpqll@directemar.cl. Varadero Services Bahia Quellon SPA contact info: Telephone: +56 9 84192488 E-mail: francisco.elgueta@bahiaquellon.cl.

Customs: Crew's own personal possessions must tally with those listed on the Crew Personal Effects List. If there is a discrepancy, penalties range from confiscation of the goods not declared to imprisonment, depending on the seriousness of the misdemeanour.Immigration: Crew List is checked against passports. There are no restrictions on crew and passengers in transit proceeding ashore provided they are in possession of a landing card. Some foreign nationalities require an entry visa if embarking or disembarking.

..... Copies Document SY AG IM PC CU Total 1. Health Declaration 1 - - - - 1 2. Crew List 1 - 1 1 2 5 3. Stores List 1 1 - - 2 4 4. Manifest - 1 - - - 1 5. Passenger List - - 1 - - 1 6. Last Port Clearance - - - 1 - 1 7. Weapons & Ammunition List - - - 1 - 1 8. Narcotics List - - - 1 - 1 9. Crew Personal Effects List - - - - 2 2 10. General Declaration - - - - 2 2 11. Voyage Itinerary - - - - 1 1 Note: SY = Sanitary (Health) authorities, AG = Agriculture department, IM = Immigration, PC = Port Captain, CU = Customs. The port captain will also wish to see the vessel's certificates and immigration officer will want to see all passports.

Initial ETA should be sent to the vessel's agent 5 days prior to arrival. Additional ETA's should then be sent on a daily basis at 0800hrs. The ETA message must confirm that all cargo gear is in proper working order, if any cargo shifting is expected, if there is dangerous cargo onboard for discharge and/or transit and arrival draught.

Vessels entering Chilean waters must at all times fly the Chilean flag at the foremast and also whilst in port. Fines for not complying may be imposed by the authorities.

It is expressly forbidden to throw overboard any ballast, rubbish or waste or to spill petroleum whilst in Chilean waters and harbours. Garbage is not allowed to be disposed of ashore. Vessels must comply with the use of rat guards, safety nets and gangway railings. Any repairs to the main engine must be authorised. Varaderos Bahia Quellon Terminal: 1. Vessels are unable to simultaneously manoeuvre from the Varaderos Bahia Quellon Terminal, however banking manoeuvres are authorised for a max of two vessels. 2. Vessels must be able to leave the floating dock at any time once it is known that bad weather/storms are due with winds from the N, NE and SW. 3. Refuelling is prohibited at the terminal due to the fact that the facility does not have a contingency plan in the event of a fuel spill. 4. Vessels are only able to berth at the terminal if they are engaging in loading/unloading, embarking/disembarking. If this type of work is not carried out then it is prohibited to moor at the terminal. 5. If a vessel wishes to due minor repair works at the terminal then authorisation must be approved by the Captaincy of Puerto de Quellon. It is also noted that the works must be carried out by qualified personnel, appropriate personal protection must be in good condition and ventilation in case of confined spaces.

Pratique should be applied for on arrival after completion of formalities. It cannot be applied for by radio. The Master must send a telex to the agent advising: ..... 1. Vessel's name, callsign and flag. 2. From where proceeding and to what port. 3. Last ports called at in the preceding 7 days. 4. ETA at port of destination. 5. Crew all in good health and having valid cholera vaccinations. 6. Where drinking water was last taken onboard.

NOR should be tendered upon arrival at the anchorage.

Masters must report their position, course, speed and ETA next port as soon as they enter Chilean waters (200nm) to Directemar Valparaiso by cable. Thereafter, the same information is to be sent daily, whilst in Chilean waters, at 0800hrs and 2000hrs. Reports to be sent via Playa Ancha Radio.