Sanctuary of the nature since May 30th of 2.006
About 400 ancients trees, some of them as old as 1.800 years.
The highest and boreal Mountain Cypress grove.
Rich biodiversity, 61 animal species and 77 plants.
Human remains of 3.000 years.
Natural view point from where you will watch the Aconcagua valley.
Tour fee: U$82.78 p/p
(at least 1 week in advance)
LOCATION | El Asiento, San Felipe. |
ALTITUDE | 7.939 feet / 2.420 meters a.s.l. |
ELEVATION GAIN | 4.658 feet / 1.420 meters |
LENGTH | 14 hours from Viña del Mar – from 6:30 am to 8:30 pm 10 hours from San Felipe – from 8:30 am to 6:30 pm |
DISTANCE | 4.35 miles / 7 kilometers, round trip |
HIKING TIME | 8 hours |
SEASON | August to May |
NUMBER OF PAX | Minimum 4 - Maximum 10 |
RESTRICTIONS | Good health, no knee injuries, over 12 years old. |
PREVIUS EXPERIENCE | Desirable. Not necessary. Excellent physical condition. |
DIFFICULTY LEVEL | Medium |
TRANSPORTATION | SUV or pick-up truck. |
METEOROLOGICAL CONDITION | Mediterranean weather with a long dry season. Average temperature 61.5°F. Rains from May to August that get 200 mm. Very hot summer with temperatures that can get 105°F. Cold winters that can get temperatures as down as 19°F. |