Highlights of this experience
- Four hours riding through the high Andes, far from paved roads.
- Snowmelt stream crossings, with real water and real splashes.
- Green meadows and high valleys surrounded by Andean peaks.
- Quad or side-by-side: you choose how to experience it.
- Private guide and a riding briefing before setting off, no experience needed.
- Just your group, maximum 4 people.
Cajón del Maipo is Santiago's gateway to the Andes. Up high, where the asphalt ends, the valley opens into meadows, streams and colourful slopes. A quad is the most fun way to reach those corners: you ride at a relaxed pace, stop for photos and cross the streams with the guide showing the way.
What the route feels like
Filmed on one of our outings: the convoy in the valley, stream crossings by quad and side-by-side, and the Andes always behind.
From the handlebars: the climb up the Cajón road between rock walls, the bends with the convoy ahead and the morning sun over the Andes.
At a glance
Choose how to experience it
The classic experience: you ride your own machine, feel the terrain and cross the streams at your own pace, following the guide.
An off-road vehicle with side-by-side seats and a roof. Ideal for riding together, as a couple or a family, on the same route and the same crossings.
How the day goes
- Departure from Santiago
We head up the Maipo River valley towards the Andes.
- Riding and safety briefing
Gear, instructions and a practice lap before heading out on the route.
- Riding the mountain tracks
High meadows, colourful slopes and viewpoints over the Andean peaks.
- Stream crossings
The moment everyone waits for: crossing the snowmelt with the guide marking the way.
- Break and return
Time for photos and a breather in the valley before heading down to Santiago.
Times and route are for reference only: every tour is tailored to your interests, so they may vary.
Where it is
From Santiago to the high Andes
Diagram, not to scale. The exact section of the route depends on the season and road conditions.Trip details
What's included
- 4 hours riding by quad or side-by-side.
- Private guide for the whole experience.
- Helmet and riding and safety briefing.
- Transfers to and from your accommodation in Santiago.
- Full coordination by Chile Memories.
Not included
- Meals, unless we add them to your plan.
- Other activities in Cajón del Maipo.
- Tips.
What to bring
- Clothes that can get dirty and a windproof layer.
- Closed-toe trainers or boots.
- Sunglasses and sunscreen: the sun is strong at altitude.
- Water and ID.
Before you go
- Maximum 4 people per outing, just your group.
- No experience needed: the guide teaches you before setting off.
- We confirm the requirements to ride (age and licence) when you book.
- If the weather or the roads don't cooperate, we suggest another date.
Meeting point and times
At your accommodation in Santiago, at a time we arrange together.
High Andes of Cajón del Maipo, 4 hours.
Back at your accommodation.
Our commitment to you
Just your groupPrivate guide and maximum 4 people.
Safety firstA briefing before setting off and the guide marking every crossing.
At your paceWe stop wherever you like for photos and to take it in.
Real supportDirect contact before and during the day.
Want to change something?
Add a country lunch, finish at a Maipo winery or combine it with the helicopter flight. We design it with you.