Private Tour

Full-Day Private Hike to the Top of El Pintor from Santiago, Chile

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

10 hours

Mobile ticket

This excursion is an excellent opportunity to experience high altitudes and admire the wonderful Andean landscape.

El Pintor is a magnificent mountain that rises above 4,000m (13,123ft) from sea level. Of moderate technical difficulty, this colourful giant offers excellent views of deep valleys and huge neighbouring andean peaks.

The ascent begins at La Parva Ski Resort. The first stage of the trek will bring us to Laguna Piuquenes sector at 3,599m (11,482ft). After a short rest here we will climb up 200m (656ft) more to a promontory named Falsa Parva. From this point we will continue for two more hours following a practically flat trail crossing by a desert and rocky landscape, to finally give our last efforts to attack the summit of this challenger.

ATTENTION

This is a high mountain experience that requieres good mental and physical condition. Atmospheric pressure decreases in high altitudes and may provoke altitude sickness resulting from shortage of oxygen.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

Minimum age is 13 years

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Trekking poles

Professional guide

First aid kit

Lunch

Binoculars

Confortable transport

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Accident insurance

Personal clothing

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

La Parva

El Pintor (The Painter) is a magnificent mountain that rises above 4,000m (13,123ft) from sea level. Of moderate technical difficulty, this colourful giant offer for those who came to meet it, an excellent view of deep valleys and huge neighbouring Andean peaks. The ascent begins at La Parva Ski Resort. The first section of the trek will bring us to the sector of Laguna Piuquenes at 3,599m (11,482ft), a lagoon that resembles the shape of an eye. After a short rest we will climb up 200m (656ft) more to a promontory named Falsa Parva. From this point we will continue a two hour hike following a practically flat trail that crosses through a desert and rocky landscape, to finally give our last efforts and attack the summit of El Pintor. Fresh thin air and panoramoc views of some of the highest American summits. We will distinguish huge mountains like Marmolejo, Piuquenes and Tupungato, as well as mount El Plomo, which with its altitude of 5,550m (17,795ft), rises from the north offering a great impression with its majestic hanging glaciers. Attention! This is a high mountain experience and requieres good mental and physical condition. Atmospheric pressure decreases in high altitudes and may provoke altitude sickness: nausea and exhaustion resulting from shortage of oxygen.

Admission Not Applicable

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Full-Day Private Hike to the Top of El Pintor from Santiago, Chile

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

5 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Beautiful day on El Pintor
Jeff W,
Jan 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Nicholas was an expert guide and we were thrilled that he was able to help us reach the summit of El Pintor. I highly recommend this trip for anyone looking to see the beauty of the Andes up close!
Beautiful day to the summit of El Pintor
W4159CWjeffw,
Jan 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Nicholas was an expert guide, very friendly and and excellent driver. I highly recommend this trip to those with a decent level of fitness. It’s a long day of hiking but the views are out of this world spectacular!
Great hike in the Andes
Nick E,
Mar 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Had a great day with Nicolas and Daniel. If you’re an experienced hiker this hike will be a blast. Amazing views all around. The provided lunch was nutritious and plentiful. Thanks guys!
Very nice trekking (great views, condors!)
Cindy v,
Nov 8, 2017
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I booked this tour solo so went alone with one of the Coigue guids (Sebastian). I booked it via email and they replied quickly and correctly. Furthermore, they made sure I was well prepared (brought sun glasses, hiking boots and so on). The guide spoke perfect English. He was not very talkative but nice and friendly and the owner also called during the trekking to check whether everything was okay. The trekking was very nice. If your fit it is not too difficult, if you are not fit, it might be tough.. It was a fantastic sunny day, clear blue skies, while the mountain was still partly covered with snow. I loved the silence up in the mountains. The views were amazing, as well as the condors I spotted.
This tour was amazing! Highly...
Clinton R,
Oct 22, 2017
- Review from Viator
5.00
This tour was amazing! Highly recommended!!! Nicholas was a extremely professional, knowledgeable and friendly guide! A must do for your visit to Santiago!