Cajón del Maipo + Baños Colina Hot Springs and Embalse del Yeso

Cordillera Province, Chile

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You'll venture into the Andes Mountains, where you'll discover the Baños Colina hot springs with waters from the San José volcano and the Yeso Reservoir, the main dam that feeds Santiago

Overview

This full-day tour explores Embalse del Yeso and Baños Colina hot springs in the Andes, ideal for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Visit Embalse del Yeso dam and surrounding viewpoints
  • Relax at Baños Colina natural hot springs
  • Meet local llamas
  • Enjoy a picnic included in the tour

Description

The tour starts with an early morning pickup from your accommodation. After a 1.5-hour drive into the Andes, the first stop is a local spot for breakfast and acclimatization. Next, visit Baños Colina hot springs, located at 3,000 meters altitude, to enjoy the natural pools and mountain scenery.

Then, descend to Embalse del Yeso, a dam supplying water to Santiago. Visit San José and Los Vientos viewpoints to see a glacier and the San José volcano. Around 1:00 pm, stop at Casa de Chocolate for ice cream or hot chocolate, followed by a picnic or cheese platter with local fruits and wines.

Includes

  • Round-trip transport from accommodation
  • Entry to Embalse del Yeso
  • Entrance to Baños Colina hot springs
  • Picnic
  • Tour guide

Excludes

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch

Important Information

  • Bring a bathing suit and towel for the hot springs

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, book in advance and bring layered clothing for changing mountain temperatures.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes visits to Baños Colina hot springs, Embalse del Yeso dam, a guided nature walk with local wildlife sightings, and a picnic featuring Chilean cheeses, fruits, and wines.

The tour includes an early morning pickup from your accommodation anywhere in Santiago.

The travel time from Santiago to Embalse del Yeso is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes by vehicle.

Yes, the tour offers opportunities to encounter llamas and other typical Chilean wildlife along the route.

Swimming or soaking in the Baños Colina hot springs is typically allowed as part of the visit, but check the website for specific current rules.

The picnic is provided and includes local cheeses, fruits, and wines, so no need to bring additional food unless you have dietary preferences.

The tour is available year-round, but spring and summer offer milder weather and easier access to the Andes region.

The tour involves some walking in natural areas but is generally suitable for most fitness levels; check with the tour provider for specific accessibility information.

Payment methods vary, so confirm with the tour provider if cash or card payments are accepted before booking.

Embalse del Yeso is a reservoir located within the Cajón del Maipo valley in the Andes Mountains east of Santiago, Chile.

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