Black Snow Glacier Trek & Hot Springs – 20 km

A scenic route between volcanoes, glaciers, and natural hot springs.

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Private guide + private vehicle

Private guide + private vehicle

Expert bilingual guide

Expert bilingual guide

Flexible schedule & pacing

Flexible schedule & pacing

Overview

A striking high-Andes trek across colorful volcanic mountains, river crossings, and changing alpine terrain. The route reaches a lookout facing the Black Snow Glacier and can end with an optional soak in the Colina Hot Springs. Designed for strong walkers seeking a longer day at altitude.

Total duration:

Total duration:

12.5 hrs without hot springs, up to 14 hrs with hot springs.

Distance:

Distance:

20 km round trip.

Physical difficulty:

Physical difficulty:

medium-high.

Technical difficulty:

Technical difficulty:

low.

Elevation gain:

Elevation gain:

700 mts.

Maximum altitude:

Maximum altitude:

3,200 mts.

 Availability:

Availability:

September to April/May.

Start/end:

Start/end:

Santiago.

What to Expect

Cajón del Maipo

Cajón del Maipo

Volcanic mountains

Volcanic mountains

Río Colina crossing

Río Colina crossing

High-Andean meadows

High-Andean meadows

Black Snow Glacier

Black Snow Glacier

Colina Hot Springs

Colina Hot Springs

Cajón del Maipo

Cajón del Maipo

Volcanic mountains

Volcanic mountains

Río Colina crossing

Río Colina crossing

High-Andean meadows

High-Andean meadows

Black Snow Glacier

Black Snow Glacier

Colina Hot Springs

Colina Hot Springs

Itinerary

  1. Pickup in Santiago.
  2. Scenic drive through Cajón del Maipo.
  3. Optional stop at a traditional café.
  4. Arrival at Valle de Colina and preparation. 
  5. Start of the trek toward the glacier.
  6. River crossing and passage through waterfalls and high meadows.
  7. Lunch at the glacier viewpoint.
  8. Return on the same trail.
  9. Optional hot springs stop.
  10. Drive back to Santiago and hotel drop-off.

Pricing & Inclusions

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What's Included

  • Private transportation.
  • Private bilingual guide.
  • Box lunch.
  • Bottled mineral water.
  • Taxes.

What's Not Included

  • Optional tips.
  • Colina Hot Springs entry fee.
  • Personal trekking gear.

Important Information

  • Good physical condition is required. 
  • This is a long route with river crossings. 
  • The area may close due to weather or snowmelt.
  • Terrain is uneven with moderate slopes. 
  • The average altitude is above 2,700 m.

Passenger Notes

  • Be ready at pickup time. 
  • Bring a backpack and at least 2 liters of water.
  • Not suitable for reduced mobility. 
  • Inform time restrictions in advance. 
  • Hot springs access depends on weather.

Dietary Notes

  • Inform allergies or restrictions in advance. 
  • Food alternatives are limited in the area. 
  • Personal snacks are recommended.

Payment Policy

  • 30% deposit required to confirm. 
  • Balance due 30 days before service. 
  • Bookings within 7 days require full payment.
  • Payment by transfer or credit card. 
  • Card payments include a 4% fee. 
  • Prices in USD.

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