Private Tour
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10 hours
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Join us on a private tour designed to immerse you in the pristine beauty of Chile's Central Coast. You´ll walk by multicolored gardens of great endemic value and have the chance to encounter with amazing wildlife. Very recommended for birds lovers!
Two hours driving north until Los Molles. In the morning, we will have an easy walk by a 1.4-miles circuit to enjoy the beauty of Puquén Biopark's natural gardens. Later in the afternoon, our journey takes us to Cachagua, for having another coastal walk that stands up by it rich fauna, like the chance to observe the majestic Humboldt Penguin that inhabits a protect island. This walk is a one-way journey; therefore, an assistant will move our vehicle to the end of the path. From there, we will drive back to your hotel in Santiago, which will take about two hours.
Come with your family and friends to live a unique experience with us, and let’s explore together the natural attributes present in the meeting of land and sea.
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The total duration of the itinerary includes the travel time
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Salto El Puquen
After a 2-hour drive north from Santiago (approximately 116mi), we will arrive in Puquén, Bioparque Los Molles, where we will embark on a leisurely 3-hour walk. This pristine protected area preserves the natural wonders of Chile's central coast, offering a unique scenic beauty shaped by its geography and rich biodiversity. Visitors can admire a variety of species, including steppe shrubs and abundant flowers that paint the landscape with a vibrant palette of colors during the spring season. This area is recognized as a priority site for conservation, and it boasts multiple geological formations worth exploring. Among its main attractions is a blowhole known as Puquén. During high tide, water rushes landward through a vertical shaft, resulting in awe-inspiring blasts of water and wind that reach remarkable heights. Nearby, you can also witness a 'Lobera,' an island hosting a large colony of South American sea lions. Here, you can observe their activities and listen to their calls.
Isla Cachagua
In the afternoon, we'll drive south for about 30 minutes, passing through the coastal towns of Papudo and Zapallar, until we reach Cachagua. At this final stop, a short 1.5-mile walk along a beautiful coastal trail is offered. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to encounter amazing wildlife, highly recommended for bird lovers. You'll pass by the tranquil waters of Las Cujas beach before reaching Cachagua beach. In a corner of this extensive sandy area, the group will have a chance to observe, about 300 feet away, a refuge for incredible wildlife: the Natural Monument of Cachagua Island. Home to 14 coastal and oceanic bird species, it's a fragile and unique ecosystem. One highlight is the Humboldt Penguin, endemic to the Humboldt Current, and if lucky, you might spot the Chungungo, the world's smallest marine mammal
Two Sandwiches, two fruits, dry fruit, chocolate, two cereal bars
Bottled water
Binoculars
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bio-Park entrance fee
Guide (ENG - ESP)
Personal clothing
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Pickup included
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
FarAway23833523411,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
This booking was incredible. Nico (and Juan) were incredible guides. Their love and passion for the area made this trip incredibly special. They were incredibly knowledgeable and were very personable. I can't recommend this enough to anyone who asks.
Roam35680835026,Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
This tour with Nicolas gets our unqualified recommendation! He is an incredibly devoted and very competent nature guide and showed us the most beautiful places between Los Molles and Zapallar: a never-seen vegetation, a lot of bird species in bright weather. An extraordinarily successful mix of route, easy hikes with truly breathtaking views. We had best sandwiches and a very attentive guide. I would book the tour again anytime! Thanks, Nicolas!

javieraT6100YF,Feb 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
A wonderful experience. We could appreciate the coast from a unique perspective. Nicolas was a great guide and explained every detail. It was beautiful to see sea lions, penguins and especially mushrooms. Definitivamente recomendamos Coigue Expeditions.








Heysmallworld,Oct 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Just wow! The wildflowers were in full bloom along the coast. I received confirmations and the guide was on time and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend booking a tour.
miguelbO1395QX,Mar 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Nicolas picked us up at the hotel and the following 8 hours were outstanding . He is charming, extremely knowledgeable of the coastal ecology and very fluent in English, making the conversation very informative.The sites we visited were all breathtakingly beautiful. The reserva Puquen is otherworldly. Instead of a rigid prepared talk, he allowed the conversation to diverge from current ecological challenges in Chile, to the contemporary music scene, to politics, and the local economy. Unfortunately we didn’t have the time to join him in one of his other tours, ( he also provides mountain hiking tours), but it is certainly on our to do list on our next trip to Santiago. Could not recommend him more highly.




caroleisenhauer,Feb 23, 2024
- Review from Viator
Our guides Nico and Daniel were amazing. Nico had fantastic knowledge of all the native plants we saw on our hike through this large beautiul reserve. Then they took us to a delicious lunch at Nico's parents beautiful seaside home. Then another long walk along an ocean walkway to see wildlife, beaches and pengiuns. They both speak very good English and were great helping us up and down some slippery spots on a rainy day. Highly recommend this tour if you love to walk and see special places outside of the city.
carlosmG7359YG,Sep 23, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
On September 5, 2023, I had the pleasure of taking part of the Pacific Coast Gardens day trip from Santiago with Nicolás. He is a fountain of knowledge about Chile, and pointed out important information along the way about the regions, their flora and fauna. Once we arrived in Cachagua, we walked along an incredible stone path on the Pacific coast. The day was cloudy, but it gave the view a magical and ethereal feeling. We were able to see different types of native plants and animals, including a glimpse of a Chungungo (small marine mammal). The best part was that we had the trail to ourselves. Even when we arrived at Playa la Cujas, we were the only people there, making me feel like we had just discovered a beautiful secret beach. The perfect spot for a quick picnic lunch! The trail culminated at Cachagua Beach, with the opportunity to see Humboldt penguins through the water at the Cachagua Island Natural Monument. We then drove along the coast to Zapallar and took a short hike to the Cerro La Cruz Nature Sanctuary. The flora and fauna there were simply spectacular. I marveled at the majestic flowers of the many Chaguales, the flocks of seabirds flying over the turbulent waters, and enjoyed the incredible views of the Pacific coast. We also had a great view of nearby Zapallar Beach. We returned to Santiago, while engaging in a friendly conversation about Chile and life in general. It really was an incredible experience. Nicolas is an excellent guide and I recommend this tour with him. Carlos Moreno Texas, United States

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