Explore the amazing Andes mountains in the hills of Farellones outside of Santiago.
(Minimum of 2 people)
This tour requires a minimum of 2 people. Email us at info@keteka.com if you are traveling solo and we can see if thereĀ is a group leaving on your requested date!
Explore the amazing Andes mountains in the hills of Farellones outside of Santiago.Ā You will depart at 10 and head northeast to Fundo Santa Matilde, Farellones – an area that most tourists do not see. During the drive, your guide will tell you about the region and the ride you are about to take.Ā You will meet your local cowboy (arriero) guides andĀ horses at a casonaĀ (old wood cabin), mount up, and head for the hills!
There are many paths that this tour can take, but all lead to great views! On theĀ camino bajo, you will end up in a valley, surrounded by snow-capped peaks. On theĀ camino alto, you will get to the sub-summit of one of the area’s many mountains and get a great view of the valley below, and be eye-to-eye with some of the tallest peaks in the area.
No matter your group size, you will have a guide and at least oneĀ arriero accompanying you. For larger groups, there will be multipleĀ arrieros, who are always available to help guide and steer the horses. Note that they tend to be quiet, but are friendly if you want to ask them about the surrounding nature or about growing up in the area.
TheĀ arrieros that guide these tours have lived in this area their entire lives, and have seen a lot of the area’s economic opportunities, as well the younger generations, migrate to Santiago. A few years ago, they began working with the operator of this tour to create locally-guided horseback riding tours, as well as camping and team-building trips. The income helps them to stay in their home and preserve their traditions. Keteka partnered with the operator and the arrieros in 2015 and we help them with online promotion and marketing in an effort to connect more travelers like you with their tours.
Duration:Ā 10:00 – 17:00
After you book your experience, you will receive a confirmation email from us confirming that your payment went through. You will then be connected directly to the tour operator, in case you have any further questions. We are also happy to answer any questions about the tour, or travel in general in your country of destination.
Carolyn – :
Great experience–make sure to book in advance due to popularity.