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Viator · group up to 15 pax

Tour Reservoir the plaster and Cajon del Maipo

4.7(57)Santiago1 hour
VIATOR3.8(9)TRIPADVISOR4.9(48)

Description

Visit the Cajon del Maipo area on this full day tour near santiago. Cajon del Maipo is known for its landscapes, mountain range and rivers. Place to admire the beauty of nature looking to explore some of the great exteriors of Chile. You will visit San José de Maipo to learn about the history of the area and then travel to the mountains and a lake. Wine and picnic are offered. Enjoy a day in the mountains to admire the Andean landscape Visit Lake Reservoir of the Gypsum for picturesque views Includes picnic with a glass of wine This small group excursion maximum 15 people, for an unforgettable experience!

Tour Options

Tour Reservoir the plaster and Cajon del Maipo

Itinerary

120 min

Cajon del Maipo wonderful tourist destination full of amazing places that you will only see in the Andes mountain range.

60 min

The tinco tunnel is located 15 kilometers from san José de Maipo, has a length of 493 meters, It was built between 1911 and 1914 to be used as a railway, is considered a historical monument. This stop is optional by the guide, due to the cleanliness and security of the place.

60 min

The chocolate house is one of the best known and representative tourist attractions of the Maipo Cajon, The center has a cafeteria with a striking architecture, which emulates as if it were built with chocolate, is surrounded by a small forest which makes you think you are in a fairy tale.

120 min

Reservoir the gypsum was created in 1964 by damming the river gypsum and today functions as one of the main sources of water of Santiago.

Highlights

Air-conditioned vehicle
picnic

What's included

Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
picnic
Not included
Lunch
Breakfast

Pickup Locations & Times

We pick up throughout the hotel zone of Santiago, if your hotel is not listed please send us a message.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(57)

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Spencer_W
July 3, 2026
Unethical tour operator

I strongly recommend avoiding this tour operator. Our tour started ONE HOUR LATE, and what made it worse was that the operator did not even bother to give us a heads-up until after they were already late. That alone is unacceptable when customers are planning an entire day around a supposedly organized 10-hour tour. Even worse, the tour operator LIED to me about the reason for the delay. This was not a misunderstanding or a communication issue—the explanation I was given was directly contradicted and verified as false by the tour guide. That is the most disturbing part of the entire experience. Delays happen. Problems happen. But deliberately lying to customers is completely unethical and destroys any trust in the company. To be clear, our actual tour guide was great and did the best they could. My criticism is directed at the tour operator and the way this experience was managed. The tour is advertised as approximately 10 hours. Ours lasted more than 12 hours today, which is a major difference and something travelers should be aware of before booking. The first two stops were genuinely beautiful and worthwhile. Unfortunately, the third stop was a complete tourist trap. Lunch was significantly overpriced, the food was overcooked, and the entire stop felt designed to extract money from tourists rather than provide an authentic or enjoyable experience. The final stop was just okay and certainly did not redeem the day. Overall, the beautiful scenery and excellent guide could not make up for the operator’s conduct. Being an hour late is bad. Failing to communicate is worse. Lying to a paying customer about the reason for the delay is completely unacceptable. If you are considering this exact tour, my strongest recommendation is simple: BOOK IT WITH SOMEONE ELSE. There may be multiple operators offering similar itineraries, and I would absolutely choose another company. Based on my experience today, I found this operator to be deeply unprofessional, dishonest, and unethical. Avoid.

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Filippo_C
June 30, 2026
Tourist-trap

The tour was redundant. Firstly, they brought us to take coffee in a cafeteria of a friend which coincidentally rent winter clothes, the guide then drove to embalse which was stunning, but we were allowed to stay only 1 hour. After that, they served an aperitivo which was nice. However, all this stopped at 11, and from then the guide drove us to a related restaurant to have lunch at our expenses, where we spent more than 2 hours to then drive back and arrive back in Santiago around 15. In practice, we woke up at 5am and came back at 3pm, while spending only 1 hour in the place that we actually wanted to visit. All of this seemed to be organized to maximize the profits, of the travel agency, the rental and cafeteria in the morning, and the restaurant for lunch, which was unnecessary (likely the cafeteria and restaurant were related with the travel agency or had an agreement). In all this, we skipped the Chocolate Factory and other destinations listed in the tour description, only for the travel agency to bring us in places where they wanted us to spend money.

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Michael_S
June 27, 2026
Don't let the early pickup time stop you from going on this amazing tour

Today I went on this tour with my girlfriend and we had a fantastic time. Between the beautiful views, local points of interest and great food stops, it was a grwat tour. I was hesitant to go since the pickup time was so early, but my gf said let's go, so we did. The wake up was rough, but pickup as at our hotel and it made things much easier. I accidentally did not select a language, so I was on the portuguese/spanish tour, but anything I didn't understand, I got help with. Waldo was an excellent driver and guide throughout the day giving us information and tips on our stops. There is a chance to get breakfast (kind of expensive, lunch (reasonably priced and good food), and a picnic after lunch with some crackers, salami, cheese and wine/water/juice. We brought food as well and I would recommend doing the same. There were so many amazing pictures and videos taken, and memories that will stay with us forever. The price wss great and we'll worth every dollar. Thank you!

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VanessaRS_09
June 19, 2026
Very good experience

We had a very good experience. The landscapes were impressive and the entire activity was very well organized. The guide Sebastian was very kind, punctual, and attentive throughout the entire tour. In addition to providing interesting information about the places visited, he was always willing to help us and ensure that the group enjoyed the experience to the fullest.

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gatogrismedia
June 19, 2026
A unique place that is worth visiting.

Previously, we did another tour with Chiletour and it went quite well; this occasion was no exception. Sebastian (guide) and Rodrigo (pilot) were very kind and attentive. The place has a spectacular view; it is worth visiting. It is advisable to rent boots at the rental place before ascending.

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andreslE1624IB
June 16, 2026
Excellent excursion, 100% recommended.

We took the excursion to Cajón del Maipo and Embalse El Yeso! And it was an incredible experience! The landscapes are truly spectacular and make this trip unforgettable. We especially want to highlight the guides Sebastian and René, who from the beginning of the tour provided us with clear, interesting, and detailed explanations, making the journey very entertaining and enjoyable. ! We recommend Sebastian and René 100%, they are true stars. Without a doubt, we will return to continue discovering this wonderful country.

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N1071SAsabrinan
June 16, 2026
Beautiful excursion

Very good vibes from Sebastian. He picked us up directly from the hotel. We had an issue with the payment link, and they found the solution with great kindness. Thank you very much for the shared experience.

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luisfD307SL
June 13, 2026
Excellent walk

The guides Sebastian was wonderful and super attentive both in the places to take photos and with the safety of tourists. I recommend.

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Venture20689858303
June 12, 2026
A beautiful day at the El Yeso Reservoir.

The trip to the El Yeso Reservoir was one of the highlights of my stay in Santiago. The lake and the surrounding mountains are incredibly beautiful and offer fantastic views. Our guide Sebastian was friendly, well-organized, and provided many interesting pieces of information throughout the day. I particularly enjoyed that we had enough time to appreciate the landscape and take photos. A lovely conclusion was the picnic with local specialties and traditional Chilean dance, which added a special cultural touch to the tour. I can recommend this tour to anyone who wants to experience nature and the impressive Andes around Santiago.

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914nathaliad
June 12, 2026
Fantastic!

The tour was great the place is very beautiful, incredible! The guide Sebastian is very funny and knows the place well 😁

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