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Andes Day Lagoon in Cajón del Maipo & Embalse el Yeso Private Tour

5.0 (12 reviews) 9 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Andes Day Lagoon in Cajón del Maipo & Embalse el Yeso Private Tour

About this activity

Discover the magic of the Andes during your visit to Santiago! The Embalse is one of the best spots of the mountain range. Disconnect yourself from chaos of the city and recover your energy. Be ready with your camera to go through a waterfall, a tunnel, a millenarian glacier and the suggestive main town of San Jose de Maipo. 

Our professional mountain guides will show you the best of the area and you will have the possibility to taste appetizzers and chilean wine in the best company!. Live a unique experience and an unforgettable day at Cajon del Maipo!

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At a glance

Duration
9 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–12
Guide
Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by
AndoAndes

Ages: Children (4–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–65 years) · Seniors (70–80 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Glass of wine
  • Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Included: Water
  • Included: Bilingual guide
  • Included: Gourmet Sandwich and apetizzers

Not included

  • Not included: Pick ups in private residences
  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. AndoAndes - Day Tours

    Passing by

    We invite you to spend a wonderful relaxing panoramic tour with us! Join us to the handmade Eblase el Yeso lagoon in Cajon del Maipo

  2. Cajon del Maipo

    20 min

    We are going to a unique area close to the city of Santiago, named Cajon del Maipo. This is the place where you can do adventure tourism activities and enjoy nature and the majestic Andes Mountain range. We will leave Santiago towards San José de Maipo where if you want, you can have a delicious breakfast and drink a coffee in a traditional place for later, start again the trip

  3. Embalse El Yeso

    2 hours Admission included

    we will continue towards the embalse and make a stop at Cascaras refuge, old settlement of the ‘60, which was originally used like laagers for the workers who builded the Embalse. From this point we will have the possibility of sightseeing mountain peaks and one of the most emblematic glacier of the area. Finally, we are going to arrive at the Embalse del Yeso for enjoying the incredible landscape of the Andes mountain range and share a glass of chilean Wine (Cheese&Wine), a delicious sandwich and a moment of peace in nature. Discover the magic of the Andes mountain range! One of the best spots in this range is the Embalse el Yeso. Disconnect yourself from the city and refresh your vitality. Live a unique experience and an unforgettable day with our expert guides at Cajon de Maipo!

  4. Tunel Ferroviario del Tinoco

    20 min

    Later we are going to continue the trip on the side of the Maipo river up to the Mountains and we will have a stop at Tunnel Tinoco, which was declared National Historic Monument and nowadays is a point of interest due to local paranormal stories.

  5. Plaza de Armas

    45 min

    Here we can learn about the local history and culture.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Hotel Bellavista By Suecia
  • Santiago Departamentos
  • Tremo Santa Maria 281
  • Hotel Tempo Rent
  • Hotel Bellavista Santiago Suite
  • Casona Patio Bellavista
  • Hotel Pasko
  • Reyluxe Amoblados
  • Apartamentos Costanera Centre
  • ApartViews Cordillera
  • Apart Hotel Fraga
  • Hotel Plaza Nunoa

and 202 more pickup points

Hotels and hostels in Providencia, Vitacura, Los Condes, and Santiago Centro. If yor are out of our range please contact us !

Using your ticket

Whatsapp +56982946949

[email protected]

Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Minimum age to drink wine is 18 years

  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Traveller ratings

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Andes Day Lagoon in Cajón del Maipo & Embalse el Yeso Private Tour

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