Andes Day Volcano Hike: Discover the 5,800-Meter High Volcano in Cajón del Maipo
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376 Ratings
Santiago Metropolitan Region
Embark on an exhilarating 8 km hike to explore a 5,800-meter high volcano in Cajón del Maipo, just 100 km away from Santiago. Discover the wonders of the Andes and take in breathtaking views of rivers, glaciers, and the majestic mountains.
Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • San José de Maipo - Our trekking begins in the heart of the Andes mountain range where we will walk towards the Valle de la Engorda area, where we will have a panoramic view of the San Jose volcano and the Andes, in this place we will take a break to share, take photos and connect with nature. We resumed our way back to the van, recharged with the energy of the mountains.
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Glass of wine
  • Bottled water
  • Bilingual guide
  • Insurance
  • Gourmet Sandwich & Snack
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Pickups in private residence
Additional Information

Journey to the core of the Andes and unearth a 5,800-meter (19,000-foot) high volcano after a trek of 8 kilometers (5 miles), located just 100 kilometers (62 miles) from Santiago. This voyage is a glimpse into the past, unraveling the formation of the South American landmass. You’ll be enthralled by the breathtaking vistas of mountain rivers, glaciers, and the spectacular Andes peaks.

  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund with 48 hours of anticipation.
  • Vegetarian option is available and other dietary requierements, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Recommendations: sunscreen, trekking shoes, daypack, camera and warm jacket, sun hat.
  • Passport number,full name, country and date of birth is required at time of booking for all participants.
Location
Santiago Metropolitan Region
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(376 Ratings)
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Holbrook_p
May 19, 2024
Amazing day hiking in the... - Amazing day hiking in the Maipo canyon. Andres and Vicente were great, knowledgeable tour guides who kept an easy pace of the hike and ensured everyone had a great day. I would recommend this your to all my friends!
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159jos_robertoc
May 18, 2024
The place is considered a family clan. Very cool - LOF Maipo Andes, or Vinhedo LOF, a small winery, with superior quality in its wines. Unique opportunity to visualize packaging and learn about the storage method in new concrete barrels. Super nice atmosphere and excellent service. There is an attached ceramic arts school where it is sold. I acquired spectacular SYRAH wine
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Markhg4524kx
May 12, 2024
Incredible Andes hiking experience - Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting a moderate hike in the Andes. The tour guides Laura and Consuela were so much fun and made it a fantastic experience for the group. They were so friendly and I had a blast with the group. The views were spectacular. I would definitely do it again.
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Mark_h
May 12, 2024
Fun Andes hiking experience - Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting a moderate hike in the Andes. The tour guides Laura and Consuelo were so much fun and made it a fantastic experience for the group. They were so friendly and I had a blast with the group.
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Tatasz
Apr 28, 2024
Highlight of my trip to Santiago - Amazing. The group was really small (just me and another person), and the guide was great. The hike itself was beautiful, with colorful mountains, glaciers and a lovely valley with streams. We seen horses and goats too.
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Mel7155
Apr 21, 2024
Great hike to the Andes with Laura . Was well taken care of . - I enjoyed this tour to the Andes with Ando Andes . Initially I was a little hesitant as I was ghosted by them for up to 3 weeks . Even when I sent WhatsApp texts . However, it came alive about 2 days before the start of the hike and all is good . Transportation : Was very good, punctual and driver was very safe . Felt safe at all time . The hike : There were 2 guides- the lead guide as well as the follow up guide who picks up stragglers behind the group- as such felt very safe . The experience : This is an eco hike - so you get a great talk about the flora and fauna of the Andes as well as seeing the St Joseph Volcano at 5900m. Wow the landscape is so beautiful - you need to see to believe it . The pace was steady and slow so it was more of a very pleasant walk . Will strongly recommend this tour . Also- no pressure from them to write reviews in TripAdvisor which I truly appreciate unlike the other tours I took . Also as it is eco-friendly , I greatly enjoyed this trip . Do take it if you are in to eco-tourism and protecting and appreciating the environment .
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Luiz
Apr 17, 2024
For trail lovers, an essential tour in the region - The guides are great, the view is unique and the tour is spectacular. It took us some time to arrive but nothing exaggerated. When we arrived, we were given equipment and snacks (sandwich, cereal bar, fruit, a large bottle of water) and we left. The weather was sunny but with cold wind, it was great for hiking. The route is very peaceful and easy to complete even for non-experienced people. The route goes to the base of the São José volcano, the landscapes along the route are magnificent. I highly recommend it for those who like trails and wonderful views of this region.
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T5789wbpatricias
Apr 15, 2024
10/10 Hike - I travel quite a bit and book a lot of tours/day trips online. I have to say the Cajón del Maipo and Volcán San José Hike 8K was one of my favorite day trips so far. This tour was amazing if you want a nice hike with amazing views. Our guide Francisco was great. He was on time picking us up from the hotel. He was very knowledgable and passionate about the area and culture. They provide a lunch and large water bottle for you. They also ask ahead of time if you have any food allergies which I thought was nice. I also brought my own water bottle and a few small snacks. It started out kind of chilly in the morning but then got much warmer as the hike went on. I wore layers that I could take off as I went and that worked out well for me. It was a lot dustier than I expected. That did not take away from enjoying the hike, but if you have allergies you might want to pack some meds/kleenex for that. We had a great group where everyone walked about the same pace and had beautiful weather. I know both of those things could maybe change your experience but we really lucked out and had a fun time. (For reference my friend and I are in our 30s from the United States)
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Huikan_w
Apr 12, 2024
A nice hiking experience - Overall a very good experience! Pick us up on time. Friendly & knowledgeable guided tour. Will recommend to my friends if they come to Santiago.
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Luhwei_l
Apr 9, 2024
A Memorable Excursion: A Day to Remember! - From start to finish, every moment was filled with excitement, adventure, and pure joy. Our journey began with a seamless pickup, where our knowledgeable guide greeted us warmly and set the tone for the day ahead. As we ventured into the heart of nature, the stunning scenery unfolded before our eyes, leaving us in awe of the beauty that surrounded us.
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