Full Day Valle Nevado y Farellones
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 11 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full Day Valle Nevado y Farellones worth booking?
Full Day Valle Nevado y Farellones is a 8-hour experience in Santiago, Chile, from $50 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 11 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (11)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $50 per person
If you come to Chile, you cannot miss visiting its beautiful Andes Mountains. On this tour you will reach one of the highest places in the city, at approximately 3,670 meters above sea level and with a truly impressive v
What you get
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Round trip transportation
- Guide
About this experience
If you come to Chile, you cannot miss visiting its beautiful Andes Mountains. On this tour you will reach one of the highest places in the city, at approximately 3,670 meters above sea level and with a truly impressive view. On the other hand, you will learn about the history, formation, flora, fauna and the best anecdotes of these beautiful towns Farellones and Valle Nevado. If you wish, you can enter one of the snow parks by paying the entrance ticket where you can ski, snowboard or have fun in the snow games. Discover Santiago stands out for the quality of its service, punctuality, kindness and good disposition of the guides, creating a pleasant and friendly atmosphere with all those who accompany us. DOES NOT INCLUDE ENTRANCE TO FARELLONES PARK
What's included
Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Round trip transportation
- Guide
Not included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- equipment rental
- Snow clothing rental
- DOES NOT INCLUDE THE VALUE OF THE ENTRANCE TO FARELLONES PARK
What you'll see and do
Santiago
Return to your accommodation
60 minutes here
At this stop, we will have a beautiful panoramic view of the Andes Mountains. We will take pictures and give a brief review about the formation of the mountains.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Valle Nevado
Arriving at the highest point of this tour (3,000mts), we will know the viewpoint of the most important ski center in the country.
120 minutes here
Plaza de los Pumas
Depending on the weather conditions, as long as there is snow, we will go to this place to have fun and take some photos.
60 minutes here
To end our tour, we will pass to the town of Farellones where we will have time to tour this cozy place and take the last photos to remember.
60 minutes here
Our first detention will be for those who wish to rent thermal clothing suitable for snow, go to the bathroom and / or buy breakfast.
80 minutes here
Santiago
Departure from Santiago towards the mountains
80 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Santiago
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Discover Santiago
Know before you go
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 11 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
11 verified traveler reviews for Full Day Valle Nevado y Farellones. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Beatiful place, inadequate infrastructure, long waits, biased tour opinions, discretionary driver
The place is beautiful: however, the infrastructure is not prepared to handle so many people. the lines for the few activities can take up 2 hours. The tour driver convinced us to go only to Farellones, but it would have been better to go to Valle Nevado for a few hours. Their arguments biased us to go to just one place. The package one buys does not program exactly the tour, and it leaves it to the driver´s discretion.
via Viator
False advertising
1) They forgot about me and almost didn't pick me up. I waited until 8:45pm the night before and they had not messaged me with transportation details so I sent them a message. When they didn't respond at 9pm I messaged Viator support to notify them of the situation so I would have more evidence for when they didn't pick me up the following morning. Viator added those details in my booking just in case they didn't and sent an email to Discover Santiago asking why they haven't shared details with me. Wouldn't you know about 10 minutes after Viator yelled at them I get a message on Whatsapp saying "we didn't see your phone number but now it works!" Lies. You forgot about me. But details were shared after. 2) The "tour" is not conducted by Discover Santiago. After the above was fixed I got a message from the driver who was using a completely different WhatsApp business account. The driver was nice but didn't speak a word of English. We used a different tour guide at the equipment rental as a translator. 3) This is advertised as a scenic tour with multiple stops (as you can see in my screenshot of the itinerary of what to expect). That is not true. It is simply transportation for either Farallones family park or Colorado ski resort. We didn't stop at the other spots listed and entrance to Farallones was not included as advertised. I was taken to Colorado resort and basically wondered around the parking lot for 3.5 hours. As I bought a sightseeing tour, I had no interest in skiing. The driver did make an effort for me by picking me up after those 3.5 hours to take me to a town 10 minutes down the road. Nice gesture but there was nothing there. A much smaller ski resort and only hotels I didn't have access to as a non guest. This stop was a lot more boring than the 3.5 hours at Colorado. 4) Now that I've been I understand why no company offers a sightseeing tour. Because it's basically impossible to do. The only things to do are skiing or the other activities at Farallones family park. Doesn't matter what company. Those are literally the only things to do. Because this was falsely advertised I gave it 1 star. It's merely transportation and there are significantly cheaper transportation options.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience! Can't wait to be back!
Amazing experience, our guide Jimmy was immensely experienced and knowledgeable. He even let us borrow for free a sled and it was such a magical moment to slide over the snowy mountains of Chile in "Parque de los pobres" Be aware that snow clothing is not included, but first thing in the morning they'll take you to a place where you can lend some for around $30US (full set). Will definitely do it again! Thanks guys!
via Tripadvisor
Highly recommended!
Beautiful place! The guides were wonderful, I never felt like they were rushing us and yet the itinerary was accomplished. Farellones Park has many activities to do: tubing, canopying, sledding, among others. It should be noted that the entrance to the park is not included in the tour and costs $30,000 Chilean pesos. Once inside the park all activities are included except skiing. I was very satisfied with the tour and with very nice photos.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Excellent
Our guide and driver Jimmy was an excellent host at all times, he was attentive and answered all our questions and when purchasing the activity they also took great care of us. We 100% recommend this tour.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $50 to $58
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Discover Santiago, who run 6 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 55.7.
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Full Day Valle Nevado y Farellones: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Santiago.
How much does Full Day Valle Nevado y Farellones cost?
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Prices start at $50 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Santiago usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full Day Valle Nevado y Farellones take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Santiago is not rushed.
Is Full Day Valle Nevado y Farellones worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 11 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Santiago, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full Day Valle Nevado y Farellones?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full Day Valle Nevado y Farellones suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full Day Valle Nevado y Farellones?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Santiago can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Santiago and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full Day Valle Nevado y Farellones start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Santiago within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Santiago?
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On Outty we rank every Santiago experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Maipo Valley Wine Tour with 4 vineyards from Santiago., Valparaiso Port and Viña del Mar with Casablanca Wine Tasting, Santiago: Valparaiso, Viña del Mar & Casablanca Wine Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Santiago?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Santiago?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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