SAMPLE ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival in Talca (bus terminal or train station)
Welcome: You will be met at the bus terminal or train station, where someone will be waiting with a sign showing your first and last name.
Transport: Transfer from the bus terminal or train station to the accommodation.
Accommodation: Check-in at the accommodation. If you arrive before check-in time you can leave your luggage and use the accommodation’s facilities until your room is ready.
Day 2: Abseiling at Cascada Invertida and trek to Geositio La Cárcel
Set off on an adrenaline-filled experience among the unique landscapes of the Maule. The route begins with an exhilarating abseil beside the imposing Cascada Invertida, a natural phenomenon that defies logic — the water appears to flow upwards — in a genuinely breathtaking spectacle. The descent is not only thrilling, it is also a chance to connect with the raw force of nature at its most powerful.
Next we head to the dazzling Cascada Arcoíris, where falling water catches the sunlight and lights up in the colours of the spectrum. This magical spot is perfect for unforgettable photographs and for the calm that only a waterfall can offer.
The day ends with a trek to the enigmatic Geositio La Cárcel, a place steeped in geological history that carries you back thousands of years. Among rock walls and singular formations, the site invites reflection on time and on how the earth transforms — an open-air classroom for anyone who loves nature and geology.
This experience combines adventure, learning and unforgettable scenery — perfect for anyone who wants to discover the magic hidden in the corners of the Maule.
- Places to Visit:
- Cascada Invertida: A unique natural phenomenon where the water appears to defy gravity, rising instead of falling.
- Cascada Arcoíris: A waterfall that catches the sunlight and unfolds a display of colour well worth seeing.
- Geositio La Cárcel: A singular geological formation, shaped naturally out of the rock, offering a window into the region’s geological history.
- Departure from accommodation: 7:00 and 07:30
- Return to accommodation: 19:00 and 21:00
- Difficulty: Medium – High
- Includes: Return transport from/to the accommodation, certified guide (first aid, wilderness rescue, others), technical equipment for abseiling and trekking.
Day 3: Canyoning in Parque Peumayen Tenglo
Get ready for an adrenaline-charged experience in direct contact with the force of nature. This tour takes you into the crystal-clear waters of the Lircay River, where challenge and excitement come together in an unforgettable adventure in the Maule foothills.
The day begins with an introduction to the history and natural riches of Parque Peumayen Tenglo, a privileged setting that combines lush native forest with the energy of the river. After a short trek to the source of the Lircay River, we put on all the technical equipment needed to enter its canyon.
On the way down you will find natural rock slides, crystal-clear pools and waterfall jumps that call for skill and nerve. Every section is a chance to test yourself, meet a challenge and feel the singular energy of this wild place. Canyoning here is not just an extreme sport: it is a deep connection with the landscape and a respect for the forces that shape it.
This is the perfect chance to push your limits, discover the power of nature and fill your memory with images and sensations that stay with you. A day that combines excitement, technique and respect for the environment, in one of the most surprising corners of the Maule.
- Places to Visit:
- Parque Peumayen Tenglo: A natural paradise combining native forest, rock formations and mountain rivers.
- Introduction and history of the park: A short cultural and natural introduction to help you understand the richness of the surroundings.
- Briefing and equipment: Preparation with the full technical kit (helmet, harness, wetsuit, life jacket, ropes and safety lines) and safety guidance.
- Trek to the source of the Lircay River: A walk that takes us to the very source of the river, marking the start of the adventure.
- Canyoning on the Lircay River: Descending rock slides, jumping waterfalls and swimming in crystal-clear pools.
- Departure from accommodation: 08:00 and 08:30
- Return to accommodation: 20:00 and 22:00
- Difficulty: Medium – High (requires good fitness and a taste for adventure in the water).
- Includes: Return transport from/to the accommodation, certified guide (specialist in canyoning)
Technical equipment: full technical kit.
Day 4: Check-out and transfer to the bus terminal or train station
Time: Check-out between 11:00 and 12:00 depending on the accommodation.
Transport: Transfer from the accommodation to the bus terminal or train station.
The programme does not include:
- Meals not mentioned.
- Guides not mentioned.
- Tips, extras or expenses not mentioned.
