From Santiago: Maipo Canyon Volcano and Hot Spring Tour
ID: GYG62366-87333
Category:
Country: Chile
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Discover a remote and quiet place in the foothills of the Andes Mountains on a trip to Baños Colina in the Maipo Canyon. Unwind in the thermal waters of a hot spring with stunning views. Pamper your tired muscles at the end of a 4-kilometer volcano hike.
Depart Santiago and journey to the foothills of the Andes Mountains, where you will find the remote and peaceful Baños Colina. Depart at 07:00 for an estimated arrival time at San José de Maipo at 09:00. Admire the stunning beauty of the Maipo Canyon (Cajón del Maipo) along the way.
Upon arrival at the volcano of San José de Maipo, take a 2-hour, 4-kilometer round-trip hike to a glorious viewpoint. Get breathtaking views of one of the most active volcanoes in the metropolitan region, and learn why the area is one of the world's most lively, geologically speaking.
Stop for lunch and a glass of wine at 12:30 PM, and then continue to the hot springs of Baños Colina, located about 100 kilometers from Santiago at an altitude of 2,500 meters above sea level. Enjoy panoramic views of the Andes Mountains while sitting in a natural pool that can reach temperatures of 50°C.
Return to Santiago at 3:30 PM for an arrival and drop off at approximately 7:00 PM.
Highlights
- Connect with nature and enjoy the best of the Maipo Canyon
- Get breathtaking views of the volcano of San José de Maipo
- Relax in the therapeutic mineral waters of Baños Colina
- Experience a landscape of spectacular beauty in the foothills of the Andes Mountains
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Pickup for the tour starts at 6:30 AM. The tour operator will contact you the day before with the exact pickup time
• This activity is rated easy to Intermediate. It is suitable for children over 8 years old and adults no older than 75 years old. It is suitable for anyone in good physical shape, but not recommended for asthmatics, people with heart disease, people who are overweight or anyone who has had recent surgery
• Tours are subject to change due to weather conditions (rain or snow)
• Please bring sunscreen, your swimsuit, a towel, tennis shoes, a sun hat, your camera, a jacket, and a backpack
• Tours may be canceled due to unfavorable weather or if the minimum number of passengers (2) is not reached
• Insurance and entrance fees are included
• Gratuities are not included
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Pickups at hotels and hostels are available, but not at airBNB or private apartments. The pickup area are: Las Condes, Vitacura, Providencia, and Santiago Centro. If you are staying at a private residence or outside of the pickup area please contact the local supplier via whatsapp or email. Pickups for the tours start at 6:30 AM, and you will be contacted the day before with the exact pickup time.
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
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
