Top Chile Outdoor Activities - page 8

Retrace the steps of Charles Darwin with an excursion through the Chilean Palm Forest. You’ll hike 14km (8.7 miles) through La Campana National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Learn about the rich flora and fauna native to this coastal mountain area with its Mediterranean climate. This tour provides an excellent opportunity to experience biodiversity while getting some exercise in the great outdoors.

Escape the city for a thrilling outdoor adventure on this full-day trekking tour from Santiago, including hotel pick-up and lunch. Set out on a scenic 4x4 drive through the Andes mountains; admire views of Cajón del Maipo (Maipo Ravine) and Arena Valley; then embark on a 2-hour trek through the El Morado Glacier. Finish with a revitalizing soak in the Baños Colina hot springs.

Get a street-level view of Santiago’s historic sites, neighborhoods, and parks on a small-group bicycle tour for a maximum of seven people. Follow your expert guide along bike paths and through city streets and get a deeper understanding of the historically-rich Chilean capital.

The Huilo Huilo Biological Reserve has been recognized as a Biosphere Heritage by UNESCO, consolidating itself as a priority conservation area for native forests worldwide. In this fascinating destination, you will have the opportunity to discover the Hotel Montaña Mágica, which has been hailed by many visitors as one of the most beautiful hotels in the world. In addition, you can visit three impressive waterfalls: Huilo Huilo, Llallalca and Leona. The tour also includes a visit to the Volcano Museum, the Red Deer and Wild Boar breeding grounds, as well as the exploration of a Volcanic Cavern.

Discover Santiago de Chile on a 4-hour private tour, ideal for travelers who want to know the city in comfort, exclusivity and flexibility. Accompanied by a private professional guide and an exclusive driver, you will tour the main historical, cultural and urban landmarks of the capital. The itinerary includes the Paseo Bulnes, the Palacio de la Moneda, the Plaza de Armas, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Barrio Lastarria and Cerro San Cristóbal, with a privileged panoramic view of Santiago and the Andes Mountains. During the tour, your guide will share key information about Chile’s history, culture and current affairs to better understand the social and cultural reality of the country. In addition, the experience includes a tasting of typical Chilean food (empanada or complete) with drink of choice It is a personalized experience, with the possibility of adapting the itinerary according to your interests. Our goal is to offer you excellent service and a memorable visit

Spend a day exploring the Atacama Desert on this small-group tour, led by an English-speaking guide. You'll see flamingos at Los Flamencos National Reserve, explore the Atacama Salt Flats, and take an hour-long hike toward the Piedras Rojas, named for its red-hued stones, with included hotel pick-up, breakfast, and lunch along the way.

Swap the city skyscrapers for mountain summits on this half-day private hiking tour from Santiago. Head into the rugged Andes Mountains and challenge yourself on a trek to the summit of Mount Alto del Naranjo. After reaching the 6,200-foot (1,890-meter) peak at your own pace with a private guide, enjoy magnificent views over Santiago and the Central Andes, including the looming peak of Mount Plomo, and the vast Iver Glacier.

Depart Santiago for a day trip to Embalse El Yeso, a stunning mountain reservoir tucked within the Andes. Begin with a scenic drive and visit to the town of San Jose de Maipo. Then continue onto Embalse El Yeso, the perfect spot for savoring the beauty of Cajon de Maipo and its ample lagoons and glaciers. Have your camera at the ready as you marvel at these breathtaking sights.

Enjoy a full-day tour exploring the interior and coast of Santiago Island, the best way to discover Cape Verde’s culture, history, and landscapes. After morning pickup, travel to São Domingos, Órgãos, and Picos to admire impressive mountains. Continue to Assomada City to visit the local market and experience daily island life. Stop at Good Entry to see the largest and oldest tree in Cape Verde, the 700 - year-old Kapok tree. Visit Serra Malagueta Natural Park for breathtaking views from 1,000 meters above sea level. Head to Tarrafal City to explore the historic concentration camp, relax on Tarrafal Beach, and enjoy time for swimming and lunch. In the afternoon, drive along the east coast to the Rabelados village, then continue through Calheta to Pedra Badejo to see the country’s largest banana plantation. This tour combines nature, culture, history, and beach time for an authentic Santiago Island experience.

Embark on a thrilling winter hike through Chile's Cajon del Maipo, taking in the beauty of this spectacular canyon disguised in a bed of snow. Set out from Santiago for this incredible snowshoeing adventure, trekking 5-miles toward the base of a glacier, marveling at the stunning scenery—including San Jose volcano—en route. Break for an outdoor lunch, admire a waterfall that takes on new life in winter and then begin your return 5-mile hike before being dropped off at your Santiago hotel.

Escape Santiago and experience the beauty of the Andes on this half-day trip to Valle Nevado. Set out toward the popular ski resort via private vehicle, stopping at various scenic points along the way. Before reaching Valle Nevado embark on an easy, guided hike for spectacular views of the snow-capped peaks, then pause at a hidden lookout to toast views with wine and cheese. Take some time to explore Valle Nevado before returning to Santiago.

Enjoy a fun-filled snow day at Farellones ski center, Chile and leave all of the logistics to the experts. This private tour package includes transfers from Santiago, lift tickets, ski gear rental, and a full day of snow activities including a beginner's skiing lesson, as well as adrenaline-pumping tubing and fatbiking.

Experience El Morado Hanging Glacier on a spectacular 1-day hike from Santiago. Set out on a small-group trek into the Andes Mountains, traversing a valley surrounded by towering snow-capped peaks. Enjoy lunch at the glacier, which clings onto Morado Mountain above an iceberg-studded lagoon. The hike is medium difficulty and all-inclusive, with an expert guide, hiking poles, and snow shoes (each if needed) provided.

We will embark on a fascinating exploration of the deep sky, taking advantage of the precision of specialized telescopes for astronomical observation. The experience varies depending on the time of year, allowing us to admire different celestial objects depending on the season. During the observation, you will be able to marvel at planets, open and closed star clusters, as well as try to distinguish distant galaxies and the subtle glow of countless stars that illuminate the night sky of the Atacama Desert. The experience may also include an introduction to Andean cultural astronomy and archaeoastronomy, addressing the ancestral relationship between the sky, the land, and the worldview of the region's indigenous peoples. Through this explanation, we will delve into how pre-Hispanic cultures interpreted celestial movements and their influence on the social and cultural organization of the Andean world.

Spend a day adventuring away from the city on this private tour from Santiago. You'll visit the island of Cachagua, known for its penguin population, spend time at the sand dunes of Ritoque, go on a horseback ride, and enjoy an included barbecue lunch, all with your own private guide.

Book the 4 captive tours of San Pedro de Atacama. We are the best local suppliers in the region to make sure your next trip is a safe, personalized and exceptional experience. Our prices are not higher than what you will find at destination. We do not charge management fees. We accompany you before, during and after your trip to immediately address all your doubts and requirements, in your language and through the service channel you prefer.

Mountain biking to San Cristobal Hill gets you on back roads and narrow tracks with amazing views across Santiago. You’ll ride from a central location in Santiago with an expert biking guide, hop a cable car to a series of mountain bike trails that border San Cristobal Hill, then make an exciting 6-mile (10-km.) descent to Bicentennial Park and the Mapocho River. This private tour is Ideal for people who are comfortable on a mountain bike.

Discover the Chilean coastline in a unique experience that brings together the best of Chile’s wine, countryside, local cuisine and cultural heritage. Crossing the Curacaví Valley, we will arrive at the prestigious Casablanca Valley, where you will enjoy a carefully tasting wines selected according to your wine profile. Then, the journey continues to the emblematic port city of Valparaiso, where you will tour the city like a local. We will visit traditional gastronomic supply centers such as the Portales Caleta or the Cardonal Market (optional), ideal to know fresh products from the Pacific Ocean and Chilean land. We will finish the tour in the historic Plaza Sotomayor, from where we will board the classic elevators and walk through the hills Concepcion and Cheerful, discovering its architecture, colorful streets and natural viewpoints. An unmissable experience in a declared city UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The Maipo Valley near Santiago, Chile provides an escape into the Andes. On this full-day private tour, enjoy a 2.5-mile (4 km) hike for views of the San Jose Volcano, then soak in natural hot springs.

Get an insider’s view of Valparaiso and Viña del Mar by touring the two coastal cities with a professional guide. You'll ride on a funicular, see the famous murals of Valparaiso, dine at a local restaurant, pay homage to Pablo Neruda at one of his former homes-turned-museums, and spend time strolling in the charming resort town of Viña del Mar.

Unravel the mysteries of Rapa Nui (or, "Easter Island") on this full-day private guided tour of its archeological sites. In the company of just your party, enjoy your guide's undivided attention as they show you around the islands' moai and explain the complex methods used to create these incredible figures. Also visit the quarry of Rano Raraku where the ancient islanders carved the moai before transporting them to their ahus (platforms).

AROHA TOURS RAPA NUI offers you a trip back in time and into the universe of Rapanui civilization. The main archaeological sites and panoramas of Easter Island are available to you. The completely private nature of the excursion ensures you personal attention without ever forgetting that you are on VACATION. The circuit adapts to your desires, at your pace, trying to avoid overcrowding on tourist sites.

Join this 5-hour tour and taste some delicious wine! The tour will start with a hotel or port pick up in Valparaíso and head towards the Casablanca Valley. Visit two wineries, enjoy wine tasting, admire gardens, vineyards and the highest quality wines.

See some of the best of Chile's natural and cultural highlights without having to rent a car a full-day tour from Santiago. Explore the Casa Blanca Valley with wine tastings and visit the neighboring towns of Viña del Mar and Valparaiso without navigating. See Valparaiso’s fish market, Cerro Alegre and Concepcion neighborhoods, and ride two funiculars for views of the city. Enjoy a boat ride in Valparaiso port to see sea lions, Chilean navy ships, and the UNESCO World Heritage city.