Santiago : Hike Cajon del Maipo, Laguna, Brunch and Chocolate Discount Tickets

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Overview

Full day tour from Santiago to Cajon del Maipo with roundtrip transfer and bilingual guide. The tour includes a hike to Laguna del Encañado, a historic refuge at 2,600 meters high surrounded by native vegetation. Binoculars and monoculars are available along the way to observe the Meson Alto Glacier. The area is home to condors, piuquenes, taguas and Andean ducks. Upon arrival, an outdoor brunch awaits you with panoramic views of the Andes. Return, visit Casa Chocolate, a unique place in Cajon del Maipo with fantasy architecture and handcrafted products. The closure is in Plaza San José de Maipo, founded in 1792 and declared a Historical Monument of Chile. It operates all year round. In winter season (15 June to 13 September) the hike includes snowshoes and trekking poles. *Snowshoes subject to weather conditions.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Diego de Velásquez Street 2131, Providencia. Next to Los Leones Metro station. Find your guide dressed in a red jacket. Arrive 15 minutes before departure time. Exclusive transportation for the group round trip. Does not include transportation to or from your accommodation.

End Point

End point

Kennedy Lateral 5601, Las Condes, Chile. Turistik refuge in Parque Arauco Oriente, on the ground floor outside by Av Kennedy Exclusive transportation for the group round trip. Does not include transportation to or from your accommodation.

Language Offered

Portuguese-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Embalse El Yeso
Smooth hike to the Laguna del Encañado, a valley of U-shaped glacier origin, surrounded by slopes, native vegetation and a landscape reminiscent of southern Chile. From the viewpoint you can see the lagoon boxed between mountains and spot condors that nest in the nearby summits. Upon arrival, an outdoor brunch awaits you with panoramic mountain views.
Duration: 180 mins
2. Casa Chocolate Tienda Boutique
Casa Chocolate is one of the most unique places in Cajon del Maipo, renowned for its fantasy architecture: carved wood, curved ceilings and details that look like something out of a story. Explore the place and enjoy chocolates, ice cream and artisan sweets, accompanied by a hot chocolate or coffee.
Duration: 30 mins
3. San Jose de Maipo
San José de Maipo was founded as a village in 1792 by order of Ambrosio O'Higgins, Governor of Chile and future Viceroy of Peru. Its main attraction is the Parish San José de Maipo, built in 1854 and declared a National Monument for its historical and architectural value. The square and its surroundings retain the character of an Andean village that characterizes it since its foundation.
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Tea and coffee

Bilingual guide

Transfer to and from departure point

Hike to Laguna del Encanada

Brunch

Exclusion

Gratuities

Snow clothing

Lunch

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Turistik

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