Half-Day Hiking in Santiago: Andes Group Adventure

Difficulty

Moderate

Duration

4 hours

Where you'll go

Santiago’s Precordillera

Season

Year-round

Mode

Group. Prefer a private experience? Click here

Explore Santiago’s natural surroundings and share the experience with fellow travelers

If you have half a day in Santiago and want to explore nature with like-minded travelers, this group hiking experience is a perfect fit.

We’ll meet at our designated meeting point and head just 30 minutes into the foothills of the Andes, where we’ll begin a guided hike of approximately 2 hours. 

You’ll ascend 500 meters (1,640 feet) in elevation and hike between 5 and 8 kilometers (3 to 5 miles), enjoying panoramic views of Santiago, the Andes, and the native flora and fauna.

The pace will be moderate and adapted to the group, with stops to take photos, rest, and connect with the landscape.

At the end of the hike, we’ll gather for a cheese & wine picnic featuring local products—an ideal way to celebrate the experience before returning to the city together.

Highlights

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Enjoy spectacular views of Santiago and the Andes in good company.
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A nature-filled adventure right outside the city—perfect for a free morning.
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Meet fellow travelers and share the trail, stories, and a picnic.
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Discover native flora and fauna in a surprisingly accessible natural setting.
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Includes transport from the meeting point, professional guide, and picnic outdoors.

Itinerary

9:30 AM

Meet at the designated meeting point.

10:00 AM

Arrival at the trailhead in the Andes and start of the hike.

11:30 AM

Reach the highest viewpoint, enjoy the scenery, photos, and rest.

12:30 PM

Begin the descent.

12:30 - 1:00 PM

Cheese & wine picnic with selected local products.

1:30 PM

Return to the meeting point in Santiago.

Note

This group tour runs on a fixed morning schedule. While the itinerary is shared and not customizable, your guide will ensure a comfortable pace and a pleasant experience for everyone in the group.

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If you or looking for a personalized, professional and fun filled day of hiking while visiting in Santiago, Chile, I would highly recommend Ecordua Tours! Joaquin, Owner of Ecordua, was the best!! He is extremely knowledgeable of Santiago’s beautiful surroundings and all it has to offer. His regard for safety for his clients while creating a unique adventure tailored to my hiking experience was exactly what I was looking for. What a bonus that he offers with his knowledge of local plants, birds, and animals! Fabulous! Thank you Joaquin for making my last day here a most memorable day!
Lisa
Traveler

Everything you need to know

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Included

  • Shared transportation from the meeting point
  • Professional bilingual guide
  • Hiking poles
  • Picnic with local products
  • Accident insurance
  • 19% VAT

 

Not Included

  • Gratuities (optional)

Price per person – Private tour

  • USD 130 (1 person)

 

All rates are per person and include taxes.

A minimum of 3 participants is required for this group tour to operate. If the minimum is not met, we’ll contact you to reschedule, offer a different tour, upgrade to a private version (by paying the difference), or issue a full refund.

What should I wear or bring?
Comfortable clothing for walking, appropriate shoes (ideally hiking shoes), warm layers, sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen), and a reusable water bottle.

Do I need previous experience or to be in good shape?
You don’t need prior experience, but a moderate fitness level is recommended. The guide will adjust the pace to fit the group’s needs so everyone can enjoy the hike.

What happens if the minimum of 3 people isn’t met?
We’ll contact you with options: reschedule the tour, switch to a different one, upgrade to a private version by paying the difference, or receive a full refund.

Can children join this tour?
This group tour is recommended for adults. If you’re traveling with children, we suggest the private version for greater comfort and flexibility.

What if I have dietary restrictions?
Let us know when you fill out your registration form, and we’ll adapt the picnic accordingly.

What happens if the weather is bad?
Your safety is our priority. If trail conditions are unsafe (e.g., heavy rain or mud), we’ll contact you to reschedule, offer an alternative tour, or issue a full refund.

What is your cancellation policy?
You can cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

If you have any other questions, please contact us—we’ll be happy to help.

All our adventure tourism experiences are registered with Chile’s National Tourism Service (SERNATUR). This registration ensures that we comply with the official safety and quality standards for adventure tourism, including technical sheets, prevention protocols, and emergency response plans.

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Do you still have doubts?

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Download our brochure with all the details about this tour, including itineraries, recommendations and what you need to know to fully enjoy this experience.