Chile · The Andes · Landscape and mountain culture

Cajón del Maipo Scenic

The Andes, one hour from Santiago.

Full day · ≈ 10 hoursReturn trip from SantiagoRelaxed pacePrivate · 1 to 2 people

Highlights

  1. Private host guide for the whole day.
  2. Rivers, valleys and hidden viewpoints in the Andes.
  3. History, geology and Andean traditions.
  4. A relaxed pace, ideal as a first taste of the mountains.

A scenic route through rivers, valleys and hidden viewpoints, with local stories and mountain culture. It is an unhurried day, made for looking, taking photos and understanding how the Andes formed and how people live at their feet, one hour from Santiago.

On video

On the road through Cajón del Maipo, with the whole Andes in the windscreen.

Carvings by the valley's first inhabitants, cut into the rock facing the mountains.

At a glance

Duration≈ 10 hours
Tour typePrivate, 1 to 2 people
Activity levelEasy, relaxed pace
TransportSuitable private 4x4 vehicle
LanguagesSpanish · English
SeasonAll year round

Itinerary

  1. Pick-up in Santiago

    We head to Cajón del Maipo in a suitable private 4x4 vehicle.

  2. The Maipo River valley

    We enter the Andes following the river.

  3. Hidden viewpoints

    Photo stops facing rock walls and snowy peaks.

  4. History and geology

    How the Andes formed and who lived here first.

  5. Back to Santiago

    End of the experience.

Sample itinerary: every tour is tailored to your interests, so there are no fixed times and the route may vary.

Trip details

What's included

  • Private host guide for the whole day.
  • Transport in a suitable private 4x4 vehicle.
  • Viewpoints and photo stops.

Not included

  • Tips.
  • Personal expenses.

What to bring

  • Layers: temperatures change fast in the mountains.
  • Sunscreen and sunglasses.
  • Comfortable shoes with a good grip.

Good to know

  • The road can change with the weather and season; if needed, we adjust the stops.
  • Your proposal lists exactly which meals your day includes.

Meeting point and times

Pick-up

At your accommodation in Santiago.

Finish

Back at your accommodation.

Our promise to you

Just your groupNobody else joins your outing.

Host guideWith you the whole way, plus specialist guides for each activity.

Weather plan BIf something changes, we adjust the route.

Real supportDirect contact before and during the trip.

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