Private Tour from Santiago to Cajón del Maipo and El Yeso Dam
Escape Santiago’s urban buzz on this private full-day tour to Cajón del Maipo and the El Yeso Reservoir, where dramatic mountain scenery and turquoise glacial waters await. Your English-speaking driver will pick you up from your hotel for a scenic drive through the Cajón del Maipo Gorge, passing cliffs, valleys, and snowcapped peaks. Enjoy free time at El Yeso Reservoir for photos, short walks, or peaceful relaxation. Optionally, stop by the mysterious Tinoco Tunnel, an abandoned railway steeped in local legend. Savor a traditional Chilean lunch at a countryside restaurant or picnic spot before visiting San José de Maipo, a charming Andean village with artisan shops and cafés. Fully customizable—extend your time, add hot springs, or tailor the route to your pace and interests.
- Location: Santiago, Chile
- Country: Chile
- Wildlife: plants
This trip is operated by a local operator and is booked and paid for on Viator, not on Your Naturalist. Your Naturalist does not operate or sell it, and the dates, prices, inclusions and cancellation terms are set by the operator and shown on Viator. The booking link on this page is the referral link of an affiliated travel advisor who is the founder of Your Naturalist, and that advisor is paid a commission on bookings made through it. Your Naturalist is not paid a commission on this trip.