Private San Cristobal Hill Mountain Bike Tour

Exploring Santiago’s stunning landscapes on a private mountain bike tour is an exhilarating way to experience the city. Participants embark on a thrilling 6-mile descent from San Cristobal Hill, navigating back roads and narrow tracks while drinking in breathtaking views of the surrounding cityscape. With top-quality Trek or Mongoose bikes, expert guides, and all necessary equipment provided, this tour promises an unforgettable adventure for those with a moderate fitness level. But what makes this experience truly unique?

Key Points

• A private, small-group mountain bike tour in Santiago, Chile, with a maximum of 7 travelers.
• A 6-mile descent from the San Cristobal Hill cable car station to Bicentennial Park and the Mapocho River.
• Expert guides provide mountain bikes, helmets, and water, and lead the group along back roads and narrow tracks.
• The tour is suitable for participants with moderate fitness levels, but not recommended for those with serious medical conditions.
• The tour starts and ends at a centralized meeting point in Providencia, Santiago.

Tour Overview

The San Cristobal Hill Mountain Bike Tour offers a private, small-group adventure in Santiago, Chile. With a maximum of 7 travelers, you’ll bike along back roads and narrow tracks with stunning views of the city.

Ride up to the cable car station on San Cristobal Hill, then enjoy an exhilarating 6-mile descent to Bicentennial Park and the Mapocho River. An expert guide leads the way, providing top-notch Trek or Mongoose mountain bikes, helmets, and water.

While this moderate tour isn’t for the faint of heart, the reward is unbeatable – a beautiful outdoor escape right in the heart of Santiago.

Tour Details

On this private mountain bike tour, you will traverse back roads and narrow tracks with stunning views of Santiago. The 6-mile (10-km) descent will take riders from the cable car station atop San Cristobal Hill down to Bicentennial Park and the Mapocho River.

Included	Not Included
Mountain Bike (Trek 3900 or Mongoose)	Hotel Pickup/Drop-off
Helmet	Food and Drinks
Gloves	Gratuities
Water Bottle
Emergency Kit

With an expert biking guide leading the way, adventurers will explore the natural beauty of Chile’s capital city on two wheels.

Inclusions and Exclusions

This private mountain bike tour includes an expert English or Spanish-speaking guide, an emergency kit, and the necessary equipment – a Trek 3900 or Mongoose mountain bike, helmet, gloves, and water bottle.

However, it doesn’t include food, drinks, or hotel pickup and drop-off. Gratuities for the guide also aren’t included in the tour price.

Participants should have a moderate fitness level and be between 4’5" and 6’6" in height. The tour isn’t recommended for those with back problems, heart issues, or serious medical conditions, and it’s not wheelchair accessible.

Meeting and Pickup

Participants meet at El Comendador 2060, 7520225 Providencia, Santiago, which serves as the starting and ending point for this private San Cristobal Hill Mountain Bike Tour.

The tour departs from this centralized location, allowing easy access for travelers. Once the group is assembled, the expert biking guide leads them to the cable car station that transports the group to the mountain bike trails bordering San Cristobal Hill.

At the tour’s conclusion, participants return to the original meeting point, completing the 6-mile (10-km) descent through Bicentennial Park and along the Mapocho River.

Participant Requirements

Travelers must be at least 18 years old to participate in this tour.

The height range for riders is 4’5" to 6’6" – that’s 1.37 to 2 meters. Moderate physical fitness is required, as the bike ride involves challenging terrain and a lengthy descent.

Anyone with back problems, heart issues, or serious medical conditions should avoid this tour. The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible.

Riders should wear athletic clothing and be prepared for an active, demanding experience.

The tour includes an expert guide, safety equipment, and spectacular views, but it’s not suited for everyone. Review the requirements carefully before booking.

Customer Reviews

The San Cristobal Hill Mountain Bike Tour has earned a stellar 5.0 rating from 28 delighted travelers. Reviewers rave about the beautiful bike ride and accommodating guides.

The tour’s challenging biking component is noted, but travelers say the rewarding views make it worthwhile. Guides receive praise for providing alternative routes based on skill level.

Exploring San Cristobal Hill

As riders embark on the San Cristobal Hill Mountain Bike Tour, they’ll have the opportunity to explore the lush greenery and captivating vistas of this iconic Santiago landmark.

The 6-mile descent takes them through winding trails, offering stunning views of the city skyline and the Andes mountains in the distance.

Along the way, they’ll encounter:

• Bicentennial Park, a lush green oasis alongside the Mapocho River
• The iconic San Cristobal Hill cable car, providing a bird’s-eye view of the surroundings
• Historic landmarks like the Sanctuary of the Immaculate Conception at the hill’s summit
• Vibrant neighborhoods and local artwork adorning the streets below

Highlights of the Biking Experience

Although the San Cristobal Hill Mountain Bike Tour offers stunning vistas, the real highlights come from the thrilling biking experience itself.

Riders will embark on a 6-mile descent down narrow tracks and backroads, weaving through the lush greenery of the hillside. Expert guides lead the way, offering alternative routes based on skill level to ensure an exhilarating yet safe journey.

The Trek or Mongoose mountain bikes provide stability and control, while the included safety gear keeps riders protected. Participants will feel the rush of the wind as they glide down the hill, ultimately arriving at the beautiful Bicentennial Park and Mapocho River.

Sum Up

The Private San Cristobal Hill Mountain Bike Tour is an exhilarating way to experience the stunning landscapes of Santiago. With expert guides, top-quality bikes, and an epic 6-mile descent, it’s a thrilling adventure for those with a moderate fitness level. Explore the city’s beautiful scenery and enjoy the unforgettable biking experience.