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Ride with arrieros from Yerba Loca to the German Hut on a five‑hour private tour from Santiago. Expect riverside tracks, rocky switchbacks, glacier views and a carbon‑neutral pledge to plant native trees in Patagonia.
Ride with arrieros from Yerba Loca to the German Hut on a five‑hour private tour from Santiago. Expect riverside tracks, rocky switchbacks, glacier views and a carbon‑neutral pledge to plant native trees in Patagonia.
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Operated by Andes Explora · San José de Maipo, Región Metropolitana
A clop of hooves breaks the hush as the valley opens and the Andes push the sky back with serrated teeth. Riders fall into a slow rhythm alongside a mountain river that seems to dare you to follow its braided course; condors wheel overhead while foxes flicker along shrubby slopes. This private, five‑hour ride runs from the lower reaches of Yerba Loca Park toward the German Hut, offering a mix of riverside tracks, rocky switchbacks, and sweeping glacial views on clear days.
moderate.
5 hours.
Suitable for riders with basic mobility and light to moderate fitness; some uphill riding and sustained sitting required.
The activity is about five hours total and includes horses, a guide per small group, park fee, hotel pickup in Santiago, and a boxed lunch.
No prior experience is required; horses are described as calm and guides adapt pace to riders, but minimum age is 14.
Not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with serious heart or spinal conditions—consult the operator if unsure.
Pickup from Santiago hotels is included; an extra USD 30 fee may apply for airport pickups—confirm at booking.
The arrieros shaped local mountain routes for moving livestock and supplies between Andean valleys; riding here follows those traditional corridors.
The operator supports reforestation via an ONG that plants native trees in Patagonia for each guest; keep to trails and pack out waste to reduce local impact.
Andes Explora operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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