Full day Trip to the Embalse El Yeso reservoir in Cajón del Maipo

Santiago, Chile

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Come to know the Andes in depth.

Enjoy the ascent by first crossing the foothills of the Andes in a magnificent landscape and join the spectacular mountain scenery reaching up to 2,800 masl. (9186 feets abouve sea level).

Immersed in this fantastic setting is the El Yeso Reservoir, the main source of surface drinking water in the metropolitan region, whose waters are originated by snow and the melting of Andean glaciers.

In this magnificent setting of mountains, plains, glaciers, rivers and a reservoir, you can enjoy a tasty picnic with nuts, cheeses, olives, hams, etc. and of course excellent Chilean wine.

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Itinerary
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Pass By: Camino al Volcan, Cajon del Maipo, San Jose de Maipo Chile

Leaving Santiago we take the El Volcán roat that goes into the Cajon del Maipo (Maipo River Valley), crossing small typical towns of no more than 500 inhabitants and following the Maipo river and then El Yeso river that descend from the glaciers Andean.

Pass By: Pueblito Las Vizcachas, Camino a San Jose de Maipo #05109 Cruce Vizcachas, Puente Alto Chile

Small town on the way

Pass By: Las Vertientes, Las Vertientes, Santiago Metropolitan Region

Small town on the way.

Stop At: Parroquia San Jose De Maipo, Comercio, 369 Centro, San Jose de Maipo 9460000 Chile

In this town, capital of the Cordillera province, we make a stop to visit the plaza (square), the church, have a coffee and continue.

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: San Alfonso, San Alfonso, San Jose de Maipo, Santiago Metropolitan Region

Small town on the way.

Pass By: San Gabriel, San Gabriel, San Jose de Maipo, Santiago Metropolitan Region

Place where the El Yeso river meets the Maipo river and from there we follow the route, continuing to this last river.

Stop At: Camino Embalse El Yeso, San Jose de Maipo Chile

Artificial water reserve accumulated through a dam located in the Andes mountain range.
Place where you will have 1 hour to walk and photograph. From here we will go to another place to taste Chilean wines and a picnic.

Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions

Bottled water
Snacks
Driver/guide
Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions

Gratuities
Lunch

Additional information

Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Service animals allowed
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
This experience 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
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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