Horse Riding through the Venado Valley
(5 days / 4 nights)

The start point of this both attractive and interesting horse riding is the Altos del Lircay National Reserve or Alto Vilches, located in the Maule Region, Talca Province (VII Region), San Clemente Commune.

The zone is characterized by the presence of native woods, where we can find: lengas, raulíes, cypresses, radales, coigües, hazelnuts trees, peumos, oaks and the hardworking woodpeckers. We will cross the Claro River, the Venado Valley, volcanic zone, Blanquillo Lagoon, we will rest in hot springs and we will explore the Big Descabezado Volcano sector.

Departures : December to March
Level : It requires good physical condition and disposition to make efforts on the field.

1st day 8:30 a.m. Santiago - Altos del Lircay National Reserve

Pick up and transfer of passengers form the Hotel in Santiago to Altos del Lircay National Reserve, Talca, VII Region.

Once we were in the park we will load our horses and mules and we will start our ride, where we will be surprised by the native woods and the deep Venado Valley viewpoint. First night camp in the Claro River banks.
Riding Time: 4 hours and 30 minutes.

2nd day Blanquillo Lagoon

On this second day we will go to volcanic zone, we will cross the Blanquillo Lagoon, which is formed by "Pome" stone remains that gives it a white color.

After 4 hours we will reach our second camp, with the impressive view of the Big Descabezado Volcano. Besides, we will enjoy of a nice thermal bath. Accommodation in tents.

Riding Time: 4 hours

3rd day Big Descabezado Volcano

Trekking to the Descabezado Volcano. Optional ascent to its summit (3.953 masl.) which can be made by an early start (5:30 AM). For those who want to try it, this is a hard work day in the hill (10 hours total). Accommodation in tends.
Riding Time: 4 to 5 hours

4th day Trekking

Return to the Park area. This is a long trip of 8 hours. We will lunch during the trip to keep on going. Accommodation in tend in camping area, with shower, hot water, toilet, tables, seats and electricity.


5th day Piedra de Amparo and Mirador Antumahuida / Return to Santiago

Free morning after breakfast where we can discover marvelous paths that leads us through the woods: Piedra de Amparo and Mirador Antumahuida.
Depart from the Park and lunch in Bajo Vilches sector. Return to Santiago.

Included:

Transfer from Santiago
04 nights camp, avery meals
Guides and Cook

 

 
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