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15 Best Cajon del Maipo Tours

The mountain days up the Cajon del Maipo: the El Yeso reservoir’s glacial turquoise, picnics at altitude and hot-spring add-ons in the volcanic folds. The Andes start an hour from downtown and do not ease you in.

1.Santiago: Cajon del Maipo/Embalse del Yeso Tour with Picnic

Discover the stunning mountains and lakes of Cajon del Maipo on this full-day tour from Santiago, featuring breathtaking views, a picnic, and expert guides.

Most Popular★ 4.3

“A long but excellent day trip to the Cajon del Maipo in the Andes of Chile. Francisco was an excellent guide throughout the entire trip which apart from the canyon included visits to a goat farm, traditional lunch, chocolate tasting. Most of times group tours…”

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2.Small-Group Cajón del Maipo Full-Day Tour and Picnic

Discover the stunning scenery of Cajón del Maipo with this small-group full-day tour, including a picnic, wine, and visits to famous spots near Santiago.

★ 4.5

“It is a long journey on winding roads. The end point is a blue dam. On the way back there was a picnic at a camp ground where the owner and his daughter danced for about an hour. It was hot and we were tired.…”

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3.Santiago: Cajon del Maipo & Embalse El Yeso Trip with Picnic

Explore stunning Andes scenery, El Yeso reservoir, and Cajon del Maipo on a full-day guided trip from Santiago. Enjoy natural beauty, wine, and a picnic.

★ 4.5

“Joana was an absolutely amazing guide and her enthusiasm shines through. I truly loved every minute of the trip. Would highly recommend this tour and the beautiful views”

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4.Cajon del Maipo: El Yeso & Spa reservoir in El Morado

Discover the stunning El Yeso Reservoir and relax at El Morado Spa on this full-day tour from Santiago, blending scenic views, outdoor brunch, and spa luxury.

★ 5.0

“We did over 10 day tours scross Chile, Peru, Costa Rica and this was the worst The only reason i gave it 3 stars was everything in the description was covered and they did not trick us But, effectively they take you to a run…”

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5.Cajon Del Maipo Including Wine with Picnic and Empanada

Discover the stunning scenery of Cajón del Maipo on a day trip from Santiago, including a picnic with Chilean wine, guided insights, and authentic outdoor experiences.

★ 5.0

“This was an excellent tour. Our guide Benjamin was very knowledgeable and made our trip fun and enjoyable. The trip up to the Reservoir was gorgeous to the top of the Andes mountains. Beautiful, vistas, and pictures. The chocolate house, and piñata’s and wine tasting…”

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8.Small Group Tour: Cajon del Maipo with Hotsprings and Picnic – Includes Entrance

Discover the scenic beauty of Cajon del Maipo with a small-group tour, relaxing hot springs, and a picnic, offering authentic Chilean landscapes and culture.

★ 4.0

“So we originally booked the hot springs and were asked if we wanted to switch tours or reschedule due to road closure! The Andes tour was great! Francisco our guide was amazing, excellent DJ/ music, and knowledgeable. So gorgeous at the mountains and whole ride…”

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9.Santiago: Cajón del Maipo, Hot Springs, Waterfall & Chilean BBQ

Discover Cajón del Maipo’s stunning waterfalls, hot springs, and starry skies on this guided day trip from Santiago, with a Chilean BBQ and breathtaking views.

★ 5.0

“A full day and a fantastic day. The ride was a little bumpy, but the things we saw and did more than made up for that. Great vistas and amazing thermal spa. Excellent BBQ to cap it off. Our guide, Francisco was amazing.”

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10.Nature’s Bliss: Cajon de Maipo & Melosas with Picnic

Discover Chile’s stunning Cajon del Maipo with a full-day tour featuring beautiful waterfalls, scenic views, a historic tunnel, and a picnic with local wines.

★ 5.0

“Overall we had a good time. It was a lot of driving and limited time at the different stops. The guide didn’t speak a lot of English but we did get short summary. It would have been helpful to learn everything that was said in…”

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11.Cajon del Maipo and Embalse El Yeso with Picnic

Discover the stunning views of Cajon del Maipo and Embalse El Yeso on a guided day trip from Santiago, including a picnic and optional historic tunnel stop.

★ 4.5

“Vista linda, lugar maravilhoso. The transfer service was very good, with very attentive guide. At the stops for breakfast and restaurant the services were also excellent.Auto-translated”

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12.Santiago: Cajon del Maipo Termas Colina Trip

Discover the stunning Maipo Canyon and relaxing Termas Colinas Hot Springs on this full-day guided tour from Santiago, including hotel transfers and expert insights.

★ 4.5

“The guide Max was excellent and managed to lead the tour in three languages so that everyone understood. We started the day with a breakfast stop of 30 minutes where we got coffee and empanadas and pet the local dogs. We spent 2 hours in…”

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14.Private Day Trip to Cajón del Maipo & El Yeso Dam from Santiago.

Discover the stunning scenery of Cajón del Maipo and El Yeso Dam on a private day trip from Santiago, featuring expert guides, personalized attention, and breathtaking views.

★ 5.0

“Personalized attention. Fun guide and driver. Good information, knowledgeable, attentive good safe driver. Amazing views”

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15.Tour Cajón del Maipo + Embalse el Yeso

Discover Santiago's stunning landscapes with this full-day Cajón del Maipo + Embalse el Yeso tour, featuring breathtaking views, knowledgeable guides, and authentic Chilean scenery.

★ 4.5

“The road to get there a little rough but once you get there, you'll get to paradise. Jei jei great tour guide. Definitely recommend this tour”

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More Cajon del Maipo Tours

4.5Andes Day Lagoon – Embalse del Yeso, Cajón del Maipo.9 hours (approx.)$130.00 4.5Andes Day Lagoon: Embalse El Yeso Tour from Santiago9 hours$120 4.5Cajon del Maipo Region – Hot Springs Termas de Colina7 to 10 hours (approx.)$170.00 5.0Private Andes Day Excursion to Maipo Valley and El Yeso Reservoir8 hours (approx.)$192.00 5.0Cajon del Maipo8 hours (approx.)$75.00 5.0Rio de Emociones: Cajón del Maipo & Las Melosas$130.00 5.0Glacier Hike at El Morado Glacier, from Santiago12 hours (approx.)$150.00 5.0Snowhike Adventure 4K in Cajon del Maipo from Santiago$150.00 5.0Cajon Del Maipo with Lunch and Visit to One Winery11 to 12 hours (approx.)$310.00 5.0Embalse el Yeso and Termas del Plomo in semi-private 4×4$250.00 4.2Santiago: Full day Embalse del Yeso, Casa de Chocolate, picnic & Hot Springs$90 5.0Cajón del Maipo Yeso Reservoir Shared Tour$45.00 4.5Cajón del Maipo (Termas de Colina) full day$80.00 4.5Tour Reservoir the plaster and Cajon del Maipo$40.00 4.5Disconnection in the Natural: Termas de Colina and Embalse el Yeso7 hours (approx.)$180.00 4.3Full day reservoir of the plaster, Cajon del Maipo6 hours$51 5.0Jipe tour Embalse el Yeso 4×4 with semi-private barbecue10 hours (approx.)$190.00 4.3CAJON DEL MAIPO + EL YESO RESERVOIR + PICNIC TOUR8 hours$45 5.0Private Mountain Bike Tour to El Yeso Reservoir and Maipo Valley8 hours (approx.)$282.67 5.0Andes Day Lagoon in Cajón del Maipo & Embalse el Yeso Private Tour9 hours (approx.)$250.00 5.0Cajón del Maipo, view of the volcano, small group waterfall9 hours (approx.)$150.00 5.0Tour Cajón del Maipo and Embalse el Yeso, includes picnic11 hours (approx.)$75.00 3.8Full-Day Embalse del Yeso & Hot Springs Tour from Santiago1 day$250 3.0Tour to Cajón del Maipo: Reservoir El Yeso & Salto el Yeso$40.00

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