Private guide + private vehicle
Expert bilingual guide
Flexible schedule & pacing
Overview
Explore one of the most recognized trails in Cajón del Maipo and traverse a high-Andean environment shaped by glaciers, fossils, and mountain lagoons. This moderate route crosses Valle de las Arenas and gradually climbs toward the Hanging Glacier El Morado viewpoint. Ideal for travelers interested in remote Andean landscapes and steady scenic hiking.
Full-day Andean trekking experience.
Approx. 14 hours total.
Moderate hiking level with prolonged ascents.
Variable mountain weather.
Maximum altitude around 3,250 m.
What to Expect
Valle de las Arenas trail
San José Volcano views
Fossils and geology
Laguna El Morado
Hanging glacier viewpoint
Andean mountain scenery
Itinerary
- Drive from Santiago to Cajón del Maipo.
- Otional breakfast stop.
- Arrive at Valle de las Arenas and organize gear.
- Start the hike toward the lagoon and glacier sector.
- Gradual ascent to the main viewpoint.
- Lunch break with mountain views.
- Descend on the same trail.
- Panoramic photo stop.
- Return to Santiago and hotel drop-off.
Pricing & Inclusions
| Quantity | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 | 50,00 USD / 40.000 CLP |
| 2 | 50,00 USD / 40.000 CLP |
| 3 | 35,00 USD / 28.000 CLP |
| 4 | 30,00 USD / 24.000 CLP |
| 5 | 25,00 USD / 20.000 CLP |
Tours can be organized for larger groups beyond those shown in the table. Please indicate the number of participants in the booking form.
Prices may vary slightly depending on the exchange rate at the time of payment.
What's Included
- Driver and private transport to and from the hotel (only for hotels within Santiago).
- Private bilingual tour guide English / Spanish (other languages available by request).
- Trail mix.
- Box lunch.
- Bottled water.
- Taxes.
- Optional tips for guide and driver.
- Clothes and trekking gear (option to rent the day before).
- Extras.
What's Not Included
- Tips.
- Technical clothing or personal equipment.
- Unlisted expenses.
- Personal travel insurance.
- Additional meals.
Important Information
- Operation may adjust due to weather, snow, or closures.
- Good physical condition is required.
- The terrain includes uneven, rocky, and steep sections.
- Altitude can cause fatigue in sensitive travelers.
- Layered clothing and sun protection are recommended.
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