Small-Group Cajón del Maipo Full-Day Tour and Picnic
Overview
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On this full-day guided tour visit the Cajón del Maipo area, which is located in the southeast part of Santiago city, famous for its hills, massifs, estuaries and rivers. This tour is ideal for lovers of ecotourism who want to experience the tranquility and fresh mountain air. Start by having a panoramic visit of San Jose de Maipo in which you'll learn the history and the folklore of this area. Later, move on through the marvelous landscapes to get into an Ecological reservation where you can visit a minifarm with different kinds of animals like Horses, Lamas, Emu, sheep, deer, etc. Thanks to the climatic conditions this is the ideal place to enjoy the natural breeze of this region. After that depending of your option take way to natural Hotsprings of Baños Colina with a route an mountain enveroinment. By other part you can enjoy of a small trekking and a more relaxed visit of Cajon del Maipo including a city tour on San jose de Maipo, Chocolate House and the Cascaras sector
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Must be of legal drinking age to consume alcoholic beverages
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Assumes no responsibility for events that are not attributable whatsoever to the tour like disease, strikes, weather conditions, natural disasters, riots or any other cause beyond our control
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Picnic (snacks cheeses, olives, salami, wine, juices, etc)
This tour includes English tour guide (the service can be multilingual)
Live commentary on board
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Cajon del Maipo
Cajón del Maipo is a canyon located in the Andean southeastern portion of the Santiago Metropolitan Region. It encompasses the upper Maipo River basin, where the river has entrenched itself in a narrow valley. The zone features a series of confluent rivers such as El Volcán River, Yeso River and Colorado River, as well as other minor streams, including San Gabriel, Manzanito, Coyanco, El Sauce, El Manzano and San José. The main locality is San José de Maipo, capital of the commune that includes all of the Andean sector of the Metropolitan Region
Embalse El Yeso
This sector actually corresponds to the “El Yeso Reservoir”, a formidable body of water located over 2,000 m.a.s.l. , it has a capacity of 250,000,000 m3, and a depth of 55 meters. In its emerald green waters, it is possible to practice various water sports such as wind-surfing and sport fishing, all surrounded by gigantic mountains. In this place you are going to enjoy the picnic.
Options
Full Day + Picnic + Wine
The exact pick up time for your service will be sent the night before the tour around 21:30 PM
Duration: 9 hours
Van or Minivan
Pickup included
Reviews
1,735 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
This was a great tour to...
Ciara L,
Sep 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a great tour to see more of the mountains and journey off the beaten path. Edmond our guide was very friendly, professional, and kind. The picnic was a nice touch and exactly as expected, a nice glass of wine and some cheese. I would recommend this tour to anyone looking g for a low key experience with amazing views.
Don’t miss it.
Huda L,
Aug 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Highly recommended . Great experience. Amazing restaurant and professional driver. Javi was wonderful. Thank you
Maybe pack some layers...
Jacob K,
Jul 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Maybe pack some layers and hiking gear. It was snowing when I went in July. The views at the reservoir are incredible
Reasonably priced and worth EVERY peso!
Kayla G,
Jul 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Diego was an exceptional tour guide and his knowledge of the mountains and the culture was very impressive! All of the people that came on the tour with us were super friendly and made the experience unforgettable! The views were breathtaking and the water from the waterfalls was the best water I’ve ever drank. 10/10 recommend
Good to know
Karoline K,
Jul 19, 2025
- Viator
4.00Very complete tour but many quick stops, good guide and knowledgeable of the place, but drives fast
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