Santiago: Embalse El Yeso with Picnic and Chilean Culture

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Discover the turquoise waters of Embalse El Yeso and enjoy a unique Chilean experience with traditional music, dances, games, and local beer at the Fiesta de la Chilenidad.

Highlights

  • Admire the turquoise waters of Embalse El Yeso in the Andes
  • Enjoy a mountain breakfast with stunning views of Maipo River
  • Take a guided walk and see horses, goats, and llamas
  • Experience Chilean culture with dances, games, and local beer
  • Perfect full-day adventure for nature and culture lovers.

Description

Discover one of Chile’s most breathtaking natural wonders on this full-day tour from Santiago. Visit the stunning Embalse El Yeso, a turquoise mountain reservoir nestled in the heart of the Andes, and immerse yourself in Chilean culture with a traditional Fiesta de la Chilenidad experience. Depart from Santiago between 6:00 and 7:00 AM and start your journey through the beautiful Maipo Canyon. Begin the day with a stop for a typical mountain-style breakfast with panoramic views of the Maipo River. Continue toward the Embalse El Yeso, located within the Cordillera Park, where you’ll find restrooms, Wi-Fi access, and the famous Embalse sign for photos. Enjoy a short guided walk around the area, admire the breathtaking landscapes, and take your time to capture unforgettable photos. You’ll also have the chance to see local fauna, including horses, goats, and llamas, along the way. Afterward, stop for lunch at a local restaurant (not included), followed by a sweet visit to the Chocolate House. Finally, celebrate Chilean traditions at the Fiesta de la Chilenidad, where you’ll enjoy a picnic with wine and snacks, local beer tasting, traditional music and dances, typical games, souvenirs, and fun prizes. Return to Santiago around 5:00 PM, filled with unforgettable memories of nature, culture, and authentic Chilean joy. Includes: Transportation, passenger insurance, trilingual guide (Portuguese, English, and Spanish), picnic with wine and snacks, Fiesta de la Chilenidad. Not included: Breakfast, lunch, Cordillera Park entrance fee ($1,000 cash / $1,500 card). What to bring: Sunscreen, water, snacks, comfortable clothing.

Includes

Transportation Passenger insurance Trilingual guide (Portuguese, English and Spanish) Picnic with wine and snacks Chilean festivity

Important Information

  • Please provide the full names of everyone in your group when making your booking
  • Tours subject to favorable weather conditions and availability; it is recommended to book for your first available day in Santiago so you have maximum flexibility to roll on to the next available date
  • Logistics will send a message one day before the tour at 9:00 PM, providing the exact van pick-up time.

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