A Day in the Andes: Your Premium Escape to Cajón del Maipo from Santiago

Just 90 minutes from Santiago, the Andes welcome you with turquoise rivers, snow-capped peaks, and a silence that melts away city stress. Many travelers skip Cajón del Maipo because they assume they need a 4x4, heavy backpacks, or mountaineering experience.

The truth is different: with the right vehicle and a driver who knows every turn, you can experience this wonder in comfort, safety, and style — even with kids or seniors.


Why Cajón del Maipo is perfect for comfort-focused travelers

Cajón del Maipo isn’t just for extreme adventurers. It’s an accessible, safe, and breathtaking destination ideal for:

  • Families with children or elderly travelers
  • Couples seeking romance with mountain views
  • Friend groups wanting nature without hassle

Best of all: the main road is fully paved all the way to San José de Maipo, and the route to Embalse El Yeso — though gravel — is driven daily by standard vehicles (with cautious driving, especially in winter).


Your premium itinerary: nature without sacrificing comfort

🌄 8:00 AM – Hotel pickup (Santiago)

Your driver greets you with bottled water, light snacks, and a soft blanket (it gets chilly at altitude). The 2025 Kia Carnival carries you with smooth suspension and climate control.

9:30 AM – Stop at La Obra

Local crafts, fresh coffee, and a panoramic view that previews the Andes ahead. Perfect for your first photo.

💧 11:00 AM – Cascada de las Ánimas or Salto del Maipo

A gentle 15-minute walk leads to crystal-clear waterfalls. Your driver waits nearby, ready with towels and safety tips.

🥘 1:00 PM – Lunch in San José de Maipo

At a family-run restaurant serving local dishes: pastel de choclo, cazuela, or fresh trout — all with river views and no rush.

❄️ 3:00 PM – Embalse El Yeso: the highlight

The iconic turquoise lake surrounded by mountains. Take photos, enjoy a picnic, or simply sit and breathe. Your Kia Carnival is parked just steps away, ready to warm you up on your return.

🌆 6:00 PM – Return to Santiago

As the sunset turns the peaks golden, you head back relaxed — with memories, not fatigue.


How the 2025 Kia Carnival elevates the experience

  • 7 comfortable seats for smooth rides on mountain curves
  • Ample luggage space for coats, foldable chairs, water, and picnic gear
  • Efficient climate control — essential at 2,500 meters (8,200 ft)
  • Local, bilingual driver who knows road conditions, access points, and photo spots
“We brought our in-laws (ages 72 and 75). We thought El Yeso would be too tough. Thanks to the driver and the comfortable van, they enjoyed it as much as the kids.”
Mendoza Family, Mexico

What we don’t offer (and why that’s a plus)

We’re not an extreme adventure tour.

  • No off-roading
  • No technical hiking
  • In winter, we check road conditions before heading to El Yeso

This means your experience is safe, accessible, and focused on natural beauty — not risk.


Ready to experience the Andes in comfort?

Book your private Cajón del Maipo excursion in a 2025 Kia Carnival for up to 7 passengers.
Includes: bilingual driver, flexible itinerary, bottled water, and on-route support.

👉 Available year-round (weather permitting)
Request a Custom Itinerary

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