Rafting Cajón del Maipo from Santiago: 1-hour descent
One hour down the Maipo River, guided through the rapids
White-water rafting on the Maipo River in Cajón del Maipo, a 2.5-hour activity from Santiago that includes a one-hour descent through rapids with a certified guide, safety kayakist and photographer. You receive all equipment and instruction on the riverbank, then navigate the river before transport returns you to the agency.
What’s included
- Professional rafting guide.
- all complete rafting equipment.
- safety kayakist.
- trucks for transport to and from the river.
- dressing rooms and lockers with key.
- hot showers.
- photo service capturing the descent.
Times
- Monday to Friday 11:00 15:00
- Saturday and Sunday 10:00 13:00 16:00
Before you book
Operated by Rafting Ruta Vertical
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The experience
The full outing runs 2.5 hours: equipment fitting and safety briefing at the facilities, a short practice run on the riverbank to learn the rowing technique, then the one-hour descent itself. You start at the scheduled time, change into your gear in the dressing rooms, and head by truck to the Maipo River. The instructional talk covers all safety measures and the different strokes you'll use, so beginners and experienced paddlers both know what to expect before the water starts moving.
The descent itself follows the rapids of the Maipo River through the canyon. A certified professional guides the raft and a safety kayakist stays with the group, and a photographer is there capturing the action so you have images of the run. Once you reach the end of the one-hour descent, transport is waiting to take you back to the agency.
Is this one for you?The activity departs from Santiago and includes transport to and from the Maipo River, so you don't need a car or local knowledge of how to reach Cajón del Maipo. The truck takes you directly from the agency to the water and back again.
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Top questions
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
How long is the actual time spent on the water?
The rafting descent itself lasts about one hour. The full activity including equipment fitting, instruction and transport runs 2.5 hours total.
What do I need to bring or wear?
All rafting equipment is provided. Dressing rooms and lockers with keys are available at the facilities so you can leave your clothes and belongings secure while you're on the river.
Is this suitable if I've never rafted before?
Yes. The guide gives a complete instructional talk on the riverbank covering safety and rowing technique, and you practice for a few minutes before the descent begins, so beginners and experienced paddlers both start prepared.
What happens after the rafting ends?
Transportation waits at the end of the descent to transfer you back to the agency where the activity started.
Is there a photographer on the trip?
Yes, a photographer is with the group capturing images throughout the descent so you have photos of the action.
Rafting Cajón del Maipo from Santiago: 1-hour descent
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from US$ 35 per person
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