Discover the Natural Wonders of El Cajón del Maipo

Getting There

• Car

  From the center of Santiago, take Av. Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins (also known as La Alameda) heading southeast. Continue on this road until you reach the junction with Avenida Vicuña Mackenna. Merge onto Vicuña Mackenna and follow it to the south. As you approach Puente Alto, keep an eye out for the signs indicating 'El Cajón del Maipo'. You'll need to turn onto Camino Al Volcán. The drive takes approximately 1 hour depending on traffic conditions. Be prepared for potential toll costs on the highways, which can range from CLP 1,200 to CLP 3,500 (approximately $1.50 to $4.50 USD).

• Public Transportation

  Start at the Universidad de Santiago metro station on Line 1 (the Red Line). Take the metro in the direction of Pajaritos and get off at the terminal station. From there, you can catch a bus at the nearby terminal that goes to Puente Alto. Look for buses labeled 'El Cajón del Maipo' or similar. The bus ride takes around 1 to 1.5 hours. Once in Puente Alto, you can take a local taxi or a shared van (known as 'colectivos') to reach El Cajón del Maipo, which is about a 20-minute ride from the bus terminal. The total cost for the metro and bus will be approximately CLP 3,000 to CLP 4,000 (around $4 to $5 USD).

• Taxi or Ride-Sharing

  If you're looking for a more direct option, consider using a taxi or ride-sharing service like Uber. From Santiago, simply enter 'El Cajón del Maipo' or the address 'Cam. Al Volcán, Puente Alto' into your app. The ride will take around 1 hour, depending on traffic, and will cost between CLP 20,000 to CLP 30,000 (approximately $25 to $40 USD). This option is more convenient but also significantly more expensive than public transport.