Experience Portillo and Laguna del Inca with a picnic. Santiago - The Andes - Laguna del Inca and Portillo
ID: GYG1122825-O-1723498
Category:
Country: Chile
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Explore the heart of the Andes with a hike to Laguna del Inca from Portillo. Enjoy breathtaking scenery, local legends, and fresh air in this unforgettable experience.
Embark on a full-day scenic adventure from Santiago to the majestic Inca Lagoon, located in the Portillo ski resort, over 2,800 m above sea level. This tour combines history, nature, and Andean culture, perfect for travelers seeking direct contact with high mountain landscapes without the need for technical experience.
Along the way, you'll ascend the International Route to the Andes, with panoramic stops at natural viewpoints where you can photograph the Central Mountain Range and, if you're lucky, spot condors. When you get to Portillo, you'll have time to enjoy the iconic view of the Inca Lagoon, whose turquoise waters are surrounded by imposing snow-capped peaks.
Accompanied by a local guide, you'll hear the famous legend of the Inca Illi Yupanqui and his beloved princess Kora-Illé, a story that gives this sacred lagoon its name. Then you'll take a gentle exploration walk along the shore, ideal for breathing fresh air, learning about Andean flora and fauna, and disconnecting from the urban rhythm.
Highlights
- Adventure, entertainment, mountain range
- Nature and mountain beauty
- History, flora-fauna, and lagoon
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- It includes:
- Round-trip hotel transfers.
- Insurance
- Guides
- Picnic
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
