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El Yeso Reservoir
& Animal Refuge Tour: 
A mountain lake followed by native animal stories.

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El Yeso Reservoir
& Animal Refuge Tour: 
A mountain lake followed by native animal stories.

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 El Yeso Reservoir, a stunning turquoise mountain and Cascada Animal Refuge

El Yeso Reservoir
& Animal Refuge Tour: 
A mountain lake followed by native animal stories.

El Yeso Reservoir & Cascada Animal Refuge Tour

A high-mountain lake and a wildlife sanctuary in the Chilean Andes.

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 El Yeso Reservoir, a stunning turquoise mountain and Cascada Animal Refuge

Bahá'í Temple, Cousiño Macul Wine & Los Dominicos Village Tour

 


A Santiago day combining architecture, wine, and a traditional artisan market.

El Yeso Reservoir
& Animal Refuge Tour: 
A mountain lake followed by native animal stories.

Colina Hot Springs & El Morado Lodge

Hot springs at 3,500m, heated by volcanic activity. A trailhead lodge below glacier-capped peaks.

Bahá'í Temple, Cousiño Macul Wine & Los Dominicos Village Tour

 


A Santiago day combining architecture, wine, and a traditional artisan market.

 El Yeso Reservoir, a stunning turquoise mountain and Cascada Animal Refuge

Bahá'í Temple, Cousiño Macul Wine & Los Dominicos Village Tour

 


A Santiago day combining architecture, wine, and a traditional artisan market.

El Yeso Reservoir
& Animal Refuge Tour: 
A mountain lake followed by native animal stories.

Bahá'í Temple, Cousiño Macul Wine & Los Dominicos Village Tour

A Santiago day combining architecture, wine, and a traditional artisan village..

Bahá'í Temple, Cousiño Macul Wine & Los Dominicos Village Tour

 


A Santiago day combining architecture, wine, and a traditional artisan market.

 El Yeso Reservoir, a stunning turquoise mountain and Cascada Animal Refuge

Bahá'í Temple, Cousiño Macul Wine & Los Dominicos Village Tour

 


A Santiago day combining architecture, wine, and a traditional artisan market.

El Yeso Reservoir
& Animal Refuge Tour: 
A mountain lake followed by native animal stories.

Cascada Animal Refuge & Concha y Toro Winery Tour

Wildlife and wine without the long drive an easy day close to the city.

Bahá'í Temple, Cousiño Macul Wine & Los Dominicos Village Tour

 


A Santiago day combining architecture, wine, and a traditional artisan market.

Tours are private and run with up to 4 passengers.


No shared groups just your party and your driver.


We pick you up at your hotel and head straight into the mountains.

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Meet some of the ambassadors of this amazing shelter.

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Huilo lives peacefully with his companion Maqui. He is an elderly puma, but he remains in very good condition thanks to the care he receives.

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Maqui wandered over 10 km alone after losing his mother, was rescued in 2013, and now lives happily at the refuge.

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El Yeso Reservoir & Animal Refuge Tour: 



A mountain lake folowed by native animal something

Spend the day visiting Refugio Cascada Animal to meet rescued wildlife, enjoy a local lunch in San José, and end with a classic wine tour at the iconic Concha y Toro vineyard near Santiago.

El Yeso Reservoir & Animal Refuge Tour: 

A mountain lake followed by native animal something

We offer guided tours

in Santiago and nearby spots

Rubisco 

offers guided tours in Santiago and nearby spots—discover nature, culture, and adventure up close!

Discover nature, culture, and adventure up close!

Discover nature, culture, and adventure up close!

Mountains, rivers

and native wildlife,

closer than you'd expect.

Tours outside the city — the Andes and native wildlife nearby.

 El Yeso Reservoir, a stunning turquoise mountain and Cascada Animal Refuge

El Yeso Reservoir & Cascada Animal Refuge Tour

A high-mountain lake and a wildlife sanctuary in the Chilean Andes.

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Santiago

Gateway to the Andes

Mountains, rivers, and native wildlife,

closer than you'd expect.

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Meet some of the ambassadors of this amazing shelter.

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Huilo lives peacefully with his companion Maqui. He is an elderly puma, but he remains in very good condition thanks to the care he receives.

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Maqui wandered over 10 km alone after losing his mother, was rescued in 2013, and now lives happily at the refuge.

Located in the Cascada de las Ánimas Nature Sanctuary, the Cascada Animal Refuge consists of a Rehabilitation Center and an Exhibition Center for native wildlife, where daily efforts are dedicated to the care of any native animal in need.

Refugio Animal Cascada is a special place in the Andes where you can meet rescued animals up close, learn about Chile’s wildlife, and hear real stories of care, recovery, and nature protection.

TOUR 2

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TOUR 1 
Colina Hot Springs, Cascada de las Ánimas & Chocolate House Tour

A full day in the Cajón del Maipo: thermal pools, a waterfall, and homemade chocolate.

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Explore more about this incredible spot here

Tourists enjoy hiking, photography, and picnics while admiring breathtaking views, making it a must-see destination in Chile.

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A high-mountain lake and a wildlife sanctuary in the Chilean Andes.

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A high-mountain lake and a wildlife sanctuary in the Chilean Andes.

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A high-mountain lake and a wildlife sanctuary in the Chilean Andes.

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A high-mountain lake and a wildlife sanctuary in the Chilean Andes.

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A high-mountain lake and a wildlife sanctuary in the Chilean Andes.

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A full day in the Cajón del Maipo: thermal pools, plus lunch at El Morado Lodge

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THE

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Soak in natural hot springs and enjoy lunch at a mountain lodge in the Andes.

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TOUR 2 

Colina Hot Springs & Chocolate House Tour

SOOTH
YOUR
SKIN

A full day in the Cajón del Maipo: thermal pools, plus lunch at El Morado Lodge

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TOUR 2 

Colina Hot Springs & Chocolate House Tour

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A full day in the Cajón del Maipo: thermal pools, plus lunch at El Morado Lodge

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Meet some of the ambassadors of this amazing shelter.

huilo.png

Huilo lives peacefully with his companion Maqui. He is an elderly puma, but he remains in very good condition thanks to the care he receives.

KIA01230-scaled.jpeg

Maqui wandered over 10 km alone after losing his mother, was rescued in 2013, and now lives happily at the refuge.

Located in the Cascada de las Ánimas Nature Sanctuary, the Cascada Animal Refuge consists of a Rehabilitation Center and an Exhibition Center for native wildlife, where daily efforts are dedicated to the care of any native animal in need.

Refugio Animal Cascada is a special place in the Andes where you can meet rescued animals up close, learn about Chile’s wildlife, and hear real stories of care, recovery, and nature protection.

TOUR 2

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TOUR 1 
Colina Hot Springs, Cascada de las Ánimas & Chocolate House Tour

A full day in the Cajón del Maipo: thermal pools, a waterfall, and homemade chocolate.

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Explore more about this incredible spot here

Tourists enjoy hiking, photography, and picnics while admiring breathtaking views, making it a must-see destination in Chile.

GET

THE

GLOW

A Santiago day combining the Bahá’í Temple, a winery visit, and Paseo El Sol cafés.

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A Santiago day combining the Bahá’í Temple, a winery visit, and Paseo El Sol cafés.

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A Santiago day combining the Bahá’í Temple, a winery visit, and Paseo El Sol cafés.

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A Santiago day combining the Bahá’í Temple, a winery visit, and Paseo El Sol cafés.

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A Santiago day combining the Bahá’í Temple, a winery visit, and Paseo El Sol cafés.

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A Santiago day combining the Bahá’í Temple, a winery visit, and Paseo El Sol cafés.

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THE

GLOW

See rescued Chilean wildlife, then visit the Concha y Toro cellars

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TOUR 4 

Cascada Animal Refuge & Concha y Toro Winery Tour

SOOTH
YOUR
SKIN

See rescued Chilean wildlife, then visit the Concha y Toro cellars

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TOUR 4 

Cascada Animal Refuge & Concha y Toro Winery Tour

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See rescued Chilean wildlife, then visit the Concha y Toro cellars

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TOUR 4 

Cascada Animal Refuge & Concha y Toro Winery Tour

Explore

See rescued Chilean wildlife, then visit the Concha y Toro cellars

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GET

THE

GLOW

A high-mountain lake and a wildlife sanctuary in the Chilean Andes.

TOUR 1 
El Yeso Reservoir & Cascada Animal Refuge Tour

SOOTH
YOUR
SKIN

A high-mountain lake and a wildlife sanctuary in the Chilean Andes.

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TOUR 1 
El Yeso Reservoir & Cascada Animal Refuge Tour

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A high-mountain lake and a wildlife sanctuary in the Chilean Andes.

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TOUR 1 
El Yeso Reservoir & Cascada Animal Refuge Tour

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A high-mountain lake and a wildlife sanctuary in the Chilean Andes.

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TOUR 1 
El Yeso Reservoir & Cascada Animal Refuge Tour

Explore

A high-mountain lake and a wildlife sanctuary in the Chilean Andes.

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TOUR 1 
El Yeso Reservoir & Cascada Animal Refuge Tour

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Explore more about this incredible spot here

Tourists enjoy hiking, photography, and picnics while admiring breathtaking views, making it a must-see destination in Chile.

GET

THE

GLOW

TOUR 2 
Colina Hot Springs & Chocolate House Tour

A full day in the Cajón del Maipo: thermal pools and homemade chocolate.

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SOOTH
YOUR
SKIN

TOUR 1 
Colina Hot Springs, Cascada de las Ánimas & Chocolate House Tour

A high-mountain lake and a wildlife sanctuary in the Chilean Andes.

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TOUR 1 
El Yeso Reservoir & Cascada Animal Refuge Tour

A high-mountain lake and a wildlife sanctuary in the Chilean Andes.

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Meet some of the ambassadors of this amazing shelter.

huilo.png

Huilo lives peacefully with his companion Maqui. He is an elderly puma, but he remains in very good condition thanks to the care he receives.

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Maqui wandered over 10 km alone after losing his mother, was rescued in 2013, and now lives happily at the refuge.

Located in the Cascada de las Ánimas Nature Sanctuary, the Cascada Animal Refuge consists of a Rehabilitation Center and an Exhibition Center for native wildlife, where daily efforts are dedicated to the care of any native animal in need.

Refugio Animal Cascada is a special place in the Andes where you can meet rescued animals up close, learn about Chile’s wildlife, and hear real stories of care, recovery, and nature protection.

TOUR 2

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TOUR 1 
Colina Hot Springs, Cascada de las Ánimas & Chocolate House Tour

A full day in the Cajón del Maipo: thermal pools, a waterfall, and homemade chocolate.

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Explore more about this incredible spot here

Tourists enjoy hiking, photography, and picnics while admiring breathtaking views, making it a must-see destination in Chile.

GET

THE

GLOW

A Santiago day combining architecture, wine, and a traditional artisan village.

TOUR 3 
Bahá'í Temple, Cousiño Macul Wine & Los Dominicos Village Tour

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SOOTH
YOUR
SKIN

A high-mountain lake and a wildlife sanctuary in the Chilean Andes.

TOUR 3 
Bahá'í Temple, Cousiño Macul Wine & Los Dominicos Village Tour

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A high-mountain lake and a wildlife sanctuary in the Chilean Andes.

TOUR 3 
Bahá'í Temple, Cousiño Macul Wine & Los Dominicos Village Tour

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Explore more about this incredible spot here

Tourists enjoy hiking, photography, and picnics while admiring breathtaking views, making it a must-see destination in Chile.

GET

THE

GLOW

Wildlife and wine without the long drive an easy day close to the city.

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TOUR 4 
Cascada Animal Refuge & Concha y Toro Winery Tour

SOOTH
YOUR
SKIN

A high-mountain lake and a wildlife sanctuary in the Chilean Andes.

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TOUR 4 
Cascada Animal Refuge & Concha y Toro Winery Tour

Explore

A high-mountain lake and a wildlife sanctuary in the Chilean Andes.

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TOUR 4 
Cascada Animal Refuge & Concha y Toro Winery Tour

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Meet some of the ambassadors of this amazing shelter.

huilo.png

Huilo lives peacefully with his companion Maqui. He is an elderly puma, but he remains in very good condition thanks to the care he receives.

KIA01230-scaled.jpeg

Maqui wandered over 10 km alone after losing his mother, was rescued in 2013, and now lives happily at the refuge.

Located in the Cascada de las Ánimas Nature Sanctuary, the Cascada Animal Refuge consists of a Rehabilitation Center and an Exhibition Center for native wildlife, where daily efforts are dedicated to the care of any native animal in need.

Refugio Animal Cascada is a special place in the Andes where you can meet rescued animals up close, learn about Chile’s wildlife, and hear real stories of care, recovery, and nature protection.

TOUR 2

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TOUR 1 
Colina Hot Springs, Cascada de las Ánimas & Chocolate House Tour

A full day in the Cajón del Maipo: thermal pools, a waterfall, and homemade chocolate.

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Explore more about this incredible spot here

Tourists enjoy hiking, photography, and picnics while admiring breathtaking views, making it a must-see destination in Chile.

TOUR 1 
Colina Hot Springs, Cascada de las Ánimas & Chocolate House Tour

A full day in the Cajón del Maipo: thermal pools, a waterfall, and homemade chocolate.

Meet some of the ambassadors of this amazing shelter.

huilo.png

Huilo lives peacefully with his companion Maqui. He is an elderly puma, but he remains in very good condition thanks to the care he receives.

KIA01230-scaled.jpeg

Maqui wandered over 10 km alone after losing his mother, was rescued in 2013, and now lives happily at the refuge.

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Located in the Cascada de las Ánimas Nature Sanctuary, the Cascada Animal Refuge consists of a Rehabilitation Center and an Exhibition Center for native wildlife, where daily efforts are dedicated to the care of any native animal in need.

TOUR 2

Refugio Animal Cascada is a special place in the Andes where you can meet rescued animals up close, learn about Chile’s wildlife, and hear real stories of care, recovery, and nature protection.

TOUR 1

El Yeso Reservoir, nestled in the Andes near Santiago, welcomes visitors with its turquoise waters and majestic mountain backdrop. A vital water source for the city, it also offers unforgettable experiences.

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Explore more about this incredible spot here

Tourists enjoy hiking, photography, and picnics while admiring breathtaking views, making it a must-see destination in Chile.

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