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: Winter ascent to Mirador Piedras Blancas
Step into a route full of beauty and calm on a scenic trek of medium-low difficulty in the heart of the Maule. With gentle gradients and a relaxed pace, this 3-hour walk takes you through landscapes that will stay with you.
The path leads first to the Mirador Valle de Vilches, a privileged spot that reveals the grandeur of the valley with its lush green and the harmony of the natural world. We continue to the Mirador Cerro El Morrillo, where the mountains rise before you, offering a unique perspective on their commanding presence.
Further on we reach the Mirador Cerro Tres Cuernos, where the view stretches to the horizon and you can see how sky and mountains meet. To finish, we visit the Piedras Tacitas archaeological site, a place steeped in history that connects us with the ancient cultures who left their mark on this land.
This trek is more than a walk: it is a journey through spectacular scenery and an encounter with the history and nature of the Maule. An experience not to be missed.
- Places to Visit:
- Mirador Valle de Vilches: A natural balcony from which to take in the vastness of the valley and its carpet of green.
- Mirador Cerro El Morrillo: A viewpoint that reveals the natural beauty of the area, with views over rock formations and native forest.
- Mirador Cerro Tres Cuernos: An unmissable view, where the imposing mountain formations are seen in all their splendour.
- Piedras Tacitas archaeological site: Remains of the ancient cultures who lived in this region, offering a connection with their history and legacy.
- Departure from accommodation: 8:00 and 08:30
- Return to accommodation: 14:00 and 16:00
- Difficulty: Medium – Low
- Includes: Return transport from/to the accommodation, certified guide (first aid, wilderness rescue, others)
Day 3: Winter tour of the Alto Maule
Explore the most iconic landscapes of the Alto Maule on a scenic route designed for all levels — ideal for anyone who wants to enjoy nature while learning why this magnificent territory is worth protecting.
The trip begins at the spectacular Laguna del Maule, a body of crystal-clear water ringed by mountains that mirror the sky and create a setting of complete calm. From there we head to the Mirador Monjes Blancos, where extraordinary rock formations stand like guardians of the landscape, offering unmatched views of the Andes.
Continuing along the route, we reach the impressive Saltos del Maule, a series of waterfalls that combine power and beauty in a natural spectacle that leaves you speechless. Finally, the route takes us to the enigmatic Muela del Diablo, a rock formation whose sheer presence has made it a symbol of the region.
This route offers more than dreamlike scenery: it is a chance to reflect on our connection with nature and on why this paradise must be preserved for future generations.
- Places to Visit:
- Laguna del Maule: A high-altitude mirror of water surrounded by majestic Andean scenery.
- Mirador Monjes Blancos: A viewpoint with striking views over unique rock formations.
- Saltos del Maule: Waterfalls that fall with power and beauty, an unrivalled natural spectacle.
- Muela del Diablo: A singular mountain formation, evidence of the geological forces that shaped the region.
- Departure from accommodation: 7:00 and 07:30
- Return to accommodation: 19:00 and 22:00
- Difficulty: Low
- Includes: Return transport from/to the accommodation, certified guide (first aid, wilderness rescue, others)
Day 4: Snowshoe trek in Los Cóndores Valley
Set off on an unforgettable experience exploring Los Cóndores Valley, a renowned geosite on the Pehuenche Pass. This scenic, accessible trek invites you to discover a unique natural setting where the grandeur of the mountains and the calm of the landscape combine into an unforgettable adventure.
The route begins in the heart of the valley, where the impressive rock walls that made this place famous rise up. The Gran Pared sector greets us with its commanding height, a paradise for climbers and geology lovers. We continue to the Pared Talca sector, another gem of this geosite, where the textures and colours of the rock tell stories thousands of years old.
As we go on we come to the Pozón del Gringo, an oasis of calm surrounded by magnificent scenery. Here the clear water invites a reflective pause while the setting wraps you in a sense of peace and connection with nature.
Los Cóndores Valley is more than a destination: it is an encounter with the immensity of the Andes, where every step reveals another corner of beauty and wonder.
- Places to Visit:
- Los Cóndores Valley: A spectacular natural setting, home to imposing birds of prey and unforgettable landscapes.
- Gran Pared sector: A natural wall that makes a striking backdrop for exploring.
- Pared Talca sector: A rock formation notable for its singularity and geological importance.
- Pozón del Gringo: A natural pool that invites you to soak up the calm of the place.
- Departure from accommodation: 7:00 and 07:30
- Return to accommodation: 19:00 and 22:00
- Difficulty: Low
- Includes: Return transport from/to the accommodation, certified guide (first aid, wilderness rescue, others)
- Technical equipment: Snowshoes and trekking poles.
Day 5: Winter ascent of Cerro El Peine
Get ready for a unique adventure as you reach the summit of Cerro El Peine, the highest summit in the National Reserve and an exceptional vantage point over the Andes. From here the panorama takes in the imposing Descabezado Grande Volcano and Cerro Azul, an unforgettable perspective on these natural giants.
The route begins with a step back into history, visiting the Piedras Tacitas archaeological site, thousand-year-old traces of the cultures that lived in this region. We continue to the enigmatic Roca Piedra del Mono, a one-of-a-kind formation that seems to tell its own stories, carved by time.
The climb takes us to the spectacular Mirador Piedras Blancas, a viewpoint with striking views over the Vilches Valley and its landscapes full of life and colour. Further on we cross the Sector El Plateo, a corner where nature shows its splendour in every detail.
Finally, the journey ends at the Summit of Cerro El Peine, a place that repays every ounce of effort with an unmatched view of the mountains and valleys that make up this region. This climb is more than a day in the mountains: it combines history, nature and adventure, and leaves a lasting mark on everyone who does it.
- Places to Visit:
- Piedras Tacitas archaeological site: Thousand-year-old remains that bear witness to the ancient cultures of this region.
- Roca Piedra del Mono: A unique rock formation whose outline recalls the silhouette of a monkey.
- Mirador Piedras Blancas: A viewpoint with commanding views over the Vilches Valley and its living landscape.
- Sector El Plateo: A natural enclave where biodiversity and geology combine in a landscape full of contrasts.
- Summit of Cerro El Peine: The goal of the climb, a place that repays the effort with unforgettable views of the mountains and surrounding valleys.
- Departure from accommodation: 03:00 and 03:15
- Return to accommodation: 19:00 and 22:00
- Difficulty: Medium – High
- Includes: Return transport from/to the accommodation, certified guide (first aid, wilderness rescue, others)
- Technical equipment: Helmet, harness, safety lines, crampons, ice axes, carabiners and poles.
Day 6: 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.
End of our services.
The programme does not include:
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