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Machuca–Río Grande
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Machuca–Río Grande

Duration≈ 6 h walking
DifficultyActive hiking

An old pastoral path connects Machuca and Río Grande through ravines, traces of former settlements and highland scenery. A 4×4 pickup supports a point-to-point walk with territorial interpretation.

The route

  • Machuca
  • Pastoral trail
  • Río Grande

Stops depend on access and daily conditions.

Territory map

Practical information

Experience options
  • Río Grande–Machuca

Variants are quoted separately and are not added to the base route.

Pickup, meals and equipment

Hotel pickup and return in San Pedro, depending on location.

Meals: According to quote

Water, sun protection, warm layers and comfortable shoes.

Altitude, preparation & safety

We plan gradually and adapt the route to your experience and conditions. Mountain departures require individual assessment and prior acclimatisation. Before confirmation we agree equipment, communications, support and turnaround criteria; a summit is never guaranteed.

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