La Campana National Park: Exploring Biodiversity in the Chilean Palm Forest like Charles Darwin

Embark on a hiking adventure through La Campana National Park in Chile, just like Charles Darwin did in 1834. Explore the diverse flora of the Chilean Palm Forest and be enchanted by the beauty of the Coastal Mountain Range.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • La Campana Ocoa National Park - This activity offers the chance to contemplate and be enchanted by a great biodiversity of flora characteristic of the Chilean mediterranean climate, just an hour and a half from Santiago, set at the Coastal Mountain Range.
    The excursion begins at the northern sector of La Campana National Park, which was declared a…
What's Included
  • Trekking poles provided for support
  • All National Park fees included
  • Guidance from professional guides
  • First aid kit on hand for safety
  • Binoculars available for wildlife viewing
  • Comfortable transport throughout the tour
  • Box lunch included for each person
  • Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off service
What's Not Included
  • Accident insurance
  • Personal clothing
Additional Information

Let’s traverse La Campana National Park by trekking across the Chilean Palm Forest, and delve into this region of immense ecological variety, similar to the journey undertaken by Charles Darwin in 1834. The experience allows for the observation and admiration of a diverse array of plant life indigenous to the Chilean mediterranean ecosystem, nestled…

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Mmv10
Sep 6, 2019
Awesome time! - Nicolas was an amazing guide! Extremely knowledgeable about the hike and flora and fauna. I previously wanted to do other hikes but due to weather conditions and closings it was not possible. Nicolas suggested this hike and I wasn't disappointed. Thank you Nicolas it was great spending the day hiking with you!
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Davidps7079ar
Feb 9, 2018
Unique day in La Campana National Park - We were looking for a full day active adventure before leaving Santiago to spend a week hiking on Easter Island. Prior to leaving home we searched several options and were intrigued by the Coigue Expeditions website and reviews. We emailed and expressed interest in the Darwin's route and Pacific Coast Gardens, Juncal and Morado hikes, and said that we wanted to spend the day hiking, but weren't acclimated or in shape for a long climb. Gabriel responded promptly and suggested that Darwin's route best fit our objective. We were picked up at our hotel by guide Nicolas and driver promptly at 7:30 AM, made the 1.5 hour drive north to the park and started our hike. The first part is an uphill hike through the Chilean palm forest on the coastal side of the mountain. Since it was morning the coastal fog was still present and lifted as we reached the highest point on the hike and had our lunch. The downhill portion was entirely different as the forest on the inland side is Santiago Oak. Along the way we saw the giant hummingbird. We got back to our hotel about 6:30 PM. It was a perfect day. We were entirely satisfied and so arranged with Nicolas to do the Pacific Coast Gardens hike upon our return from Easter Island.
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Kenneth
Mar 13, 2017
This excursion with Coigue... - <p>This excursion with Coigue Expeditions is a wonderful full on day hike through Parque Nacional La Campana declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO set in the dry, dusty mountains of the coastal range. It is a good hour and 45 minutes drive each way from Santiago 110km NW of but as the trip is limited to a small group this was a comfortable car journey rather than being in a cramped minibus. The walk commences in the northern Sector Ocoa and follows a 7km Sendero through the beautiful Palmar de Ocoa, a grove of Chilean Palms in their natural habitat and one of just two remaining in the country. A steepish climb leads to the Portezuelo Ocoa viewpoint from where a 5.5km sendero descends in the shade through the beautiful contrasting woods of southern Sector Cajon Grande. An enthusiastic walking companion accompanied us on this cross-park trek in our friendly guide Nicolas who shared his knowledge and local insights to enhance our experience of this unspoilt natural environment. Apart from a brief encounter with a local horse rider we had the path to ourselves - unbelievable for such an attractive national park. Sadly wildlife, especially bird encounters were limited but such is the vagary of nature. Walking sticks and lunch are provided but additional bottled water is a must. The guidance notes concerning level of difficulty, sunscreen, clothing etc is sensible, important and not to be ignored! Our car with driver Felipe was waiting for us on our return and further welcome insights, including on local music, added to our enjoyment as we drove the Pan American Highway chatting all the way back to Santiago.<br/> Understandably not a cheap option but highly recommended if you want a different, challenging and more personalised experience away from the hustle and bustle of Santiago rather than the standard mass day trips out in the Andes foothills.</p>
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From $222
minimum 2 guests
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up to 6 guests
2 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).