La Isla Park, located next to the Pilmaiquén Hydroelectric Power Plant on Route 215 in Rio Bueno, began operations on October 1st, 2020, to receive tourists in this new scenario marked by the COVID-19.
This project is an example of how business and local community share common goals focused on sustainable development. As of 2017, Enel has returned almost 7 hectares to the Mapu Pilmaiquen indigenous community's administration. Valuable land for locals bearing a connection with nature's elements: earth, flora, fauna, and water.
"La Isla" is characterized by its pristine forest, waterfalls, native flora, and fauna. Every year over 7,000 people visit the Mapu Pilmaiquen location where community guides lead tourists on a journey that connects them to the Mapuche-Huilliche culture. Community management provide stable employment for four people and arrange for eight local craftswomen to sell their products to regular visitors.
La Isla Park opens its doors again to experience a tour embellished by culture, identity, and nature, respecting indispensable safety measures for all.
Social distancing signposts, handwashing station have been installed by the community as well as upgraded sanitary facilities to reduce hand-to- surface contact. Maximum capacity is 50 where mask-wearing is mandatory, shoe disinfecting and temperature checking are a must.
Additionally, the Park has a visitor registration system providing traceability indicators for suspected or positive cases.
