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Cajon del Maipo/Embalse del Yeso, Tradition Folk Picnic included

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9 to 10 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Discover the magic of the Andes on a full-day adventure to Cajón del Maipo. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle from Santiago toward San José de Maipo, passing charming mountain villages as your expert guide shares local stories and traditions.

Enjoy specialty coffee by the Maipo River (breakfast not included) before visiting the breathtaking Embalse El Yeso, where turquoise waters meet dramatic peaks. Our coordinated visit with Parque Cordillera ensures a safe experience, including an easy marked trail and panoramic viewpoints.

Experience rural Andean life: photograph baby goats and native wildlife, taste fresh goat cheese, artisanal honey, and traditional alfajores, and browse local crafts.

Meet locals in traditional Chilean attire, enjoy live folk dance, and savor an included picnic with cheeses, charcuterie, snacks, juice, and a wine toast. Return to Santiago around 6:00 PM.

What's Included

  • Visit The Embalse del yeso with Cordillera Park (Optional Park) (no included fee)
  • Picnic (snacks cheeses, olives, salami, wine, juices, etc)
  • Entrance Included to Folk Traditional Session
  • Gratuities
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Departure Point: Your Santiago accommodations in the districts of Providencia, Las Condes (hotels area), Vitacura (hotels area) , or Santiago Centro, or at another meeting point in those districtsDates: DailyReturn point: Returns to original departure point

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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
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Villa La Obra, San Jose De Maipo (pass by)

Once we enter the G-25 route, the first town we will know is La Obra, this sector had its beginnings in 1802 because of the tasks that were carried out during the construction of the San Carlos canal, whose mouth was born in the Maipo river.
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El Canelo (pass by)

Our next destination corresponds to the town of El Canelo, which owes its name to the sacred tree of the Mapuches, which is also found in the wet streams existing in the sector. From here you can access the Purgatory Hill with 2,466 meters high and also enjoy wines and spirits from the area.
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Avenida el Manzano (pass by)

El Manzano is the fourth town that we can find in the Cajon del Maipo. It offers to the visitors sectors that invite to travel between boldos, thorns and quillayes, the estrus existing in the sector.
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Las Vertientes (pass by)

It is the second town we will visit, its dawn dates back to 1941 as a result of the lot of an old farm. Currently typical products such as almonds, honey, nuts and quartz crystals, meet the visitor at the sides of the road
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San Alfonso (pass by)

The identity of this town encourages visitors to enjoy their beautiful natural surroundings more and more peacefully, which in some sectors is confused with the picturesqueness of their local architecture. In addition to enjoying wines and spirits from the Area
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San Gabriel (pass by)

San Gabriel emerged as a small village born from livestock activities and the exploitation of quarries and mines. In this town it is possible to observe on the rocky slopes of the hills the "Cypress of the Cordillera", one of the few existing confieras in the country. A great attraction are “Los rodados de San Gabriel”
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El Melocotón (pass by)

Locality that arose from the need to have natural pastures to feed the animals that came down from the mountain range. In this place you can enjoy a beautiful landscape that invites you to travel and enter the sector to enjoy more full contact with nature
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Casa Chocolate Tienda Boutique

Casa Chocolate is one of the most charming and photographed spots in Cajón del Maipo
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Santiago (pass by)

Departure from Santiago city
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • 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
  • There can be changes on pick up time according mountains conditions of the day

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cajon del Maipo/Embalse del Yeso, Tradition Folk Picnic included?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (-04).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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  • Visit The Embalse del yeso with Cordillera Park (Optional Park) (no included fee)
  • Picnic (snacks cheeses, olives, salami, wine, juices, etc)
  • Entrance Included to Folk Traditional Session
  • Live commentary on board
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Taste fresh goat cheese (included)
  • Photograph baby goats and native wildlife
  • Interact with traditional games and dances of Chilean Tradition
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • This tour includes English tour guide (the service can be multilingual)
  • Gratuities

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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
  • There can be changes on pick up time according mountains conditions of the day
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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