San José de Maipo Trip Overview
It is a unique experience through the valleys of the Cajón del Maipo delivered by local and certified guides with the widest knowledge of the local geology, flora and fauna. This program is unique, exclusive and personalized. Through it we can enjoy incredible panoramic views that include the El Plomo, Piuquencillo, Peladeros and Mesón Alto hills in the same way we can enjoy mountain lagoons such as Laguna Lo Encañado and Laguna Negra. Doing so will allow you to enjoy outdoor sports, mountain photography, local flora and fauna and the best sunsets.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 days
Starts: San José de Maipo, Chile
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting San José de Maipo, Región Metropolitana, Chile
It is a unique experience through the valleys of the Cajón del Maipo delivered by local and certified guides with the widest knowledge of the local geology, flora and fauna. This program is unique, exclusive and personalized. Through it we can enjoy incredible panoramic views that include the El Plomo, Piuquencillo, Peladeros and Mesón Alto hills in the same way we can enjoy mountain lagoons such as Laguna Lo Encañado and Laguna Negra. Doing so will allow you to enjoy outdoor sports, mountain photography, local flora and fauna and the best sunsets.
Itinerary
Day 1: Departure and Trekking
Stop At: Cerro Piuquencillo, San Jose de Maipo, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile
We start the day by picking up the passengers from their place of lodging and we go to the Lagunillas ski center, there we start the trekking, which has an estimated duration of 5 to 6 hours, in which we can see mountains such as Cerro el Plomo , Cerro Piuquencillo, Cerro Peladeiros (among others). We finish the first day at camp 1 at the foot of some beautiful waterfalls.
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Meals included:
• Lunch: march ration
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Tent / Camp
Day 2: Meson Alto Trek
Stop At: Cerro Meson Alto, San José de Maipo, Región Metropolitana, Chile
We start the day with a rich and nutritious breakfast to start the second day of trekking, this day has an approximate duration of 7 to 8 hours of walking through valleys and wetlands. We arrive at camp 2 located in the Peladeros pass, here we enjoy a delicious dinner marveling at the mountain sunsets, we will have a panoramic view of Cerro Mesón Alto.
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Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Tent / Camp
Day 3: El Yeso Reservoir Trek
Stop At: Camino Embalse El Yeso, San Jose de Maipo Chile
We start the day with a rich and nutritious breakfast to continue towards the Lo Encañado Valley, in the middle of this route we will have a spectacular view of the Yeso River Valley, in which we can observe the Black Lagoon, the Yeso Reservoir and its surroundings. After approximately 5 to 6 hours of trekking, we end the day at the foot of the Lo Encañado Lagoon to enjoy a delicious dinner.
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Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Tent / Camp
Day 4: Laguna Negra Trek and Return
Stop At: Laguna Negra, San Jose de Maipo, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile
This day we end with a trekking of around 3 to 4 hours passing through the wonderful Black Lagoon and ending the trekking day in the El Yeso Reservoir where the transport that will take us will be waiting for us.
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Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
