Mountain Bike Tours in Santiago, Chile
Santiago is surrounded by the Andes Mountains, making it one of the world’s best urban destinations for mountain biking. Just minutes from the city center, you’ll find technical mountain bike trails, bike parks, and enduro routes with spectacular views of peaks rising above 5,000 meters.
At Biketur, we offer guided mountain bike tours in Santiago for all skill levels, from beginners looking to discover mountain biking to experienced riders seeking challenging technical descents. Every tour includes bilingual guides, Trek full-suspension bikes, and all the safety equipment you need to enjoy mountain biking in the Andes with confidence.
Our Mountain Bike Tours in the Andes
From world-class bike parks to nighttime rides under the stars, Santiago offers one of the most diverse mountain biking scenes in South America. Choose the tour that best matches your skill level and book your ride with Biketur.
El Durazno Bike Park
Start with a one-hour climb to Valle Feliz, a natural viewpoint offering spectacular views of Cerro El Plomo and its glacier. The descent takes you through different trails in the bike park, with routes adapted to each rider’s skill level. Along the way, you may spot condors and foxes in their natural habitat.
Difficulty: Advanced
Duration: 4–6 hours
Las Varas MTB
Just 20 minutes from the hotel, on the way to Farellones. After a 45-minute climb, you’ll reach a network of enduro trails overlooking the Santiago Valley. Ideal for intermediate to advanced riders looking for a challenging mountain bike experience.
Difficulty: Intermediate to Advanced
Duration: 3–4 hours
Cerro Manquehue MTB
This route takes you through Lo Curro, one of Santiago’s most exclusive neighborhoods. The approximately 1-hour 20-minute climb winds through switchbacks, small woodlands, and native vegetation before reaching scenic viewpoints overlooking the valley.
Difficulty: Advanced
Duration: 3–4 hours
Night Ride Experience
A different kind of mountain biking experience: ride Santiago’s trails at sunset and into the night, under the stars and equipped with NiteRider lights. Best enjoyed around the full moon. Designed for intermediate to advanced riders.
Difficulty: Intermediate to Advanced
Duration: 3–4 hours
What level of mountain biking experience do I need?
You don’t need to be a professional athlete to join our tours, but a moderate level of fitness and some experience riding on uneven terrain are recommended.
El Durazno Bike Park is the most flexible option, as the guide adapts the route to your skill level. Las Varas, Manquehue, and the Night Ride are better suited to intermediate to advanced riders due to the type of trails and the length of the climbs.
What’s included in every Biketur mountain bike tour?
All our tours include a Trek full-suspension or hardtail mountain bike, safety equipment, transportation, bilingual guides, snacks, riding tips, photos from the ride, and a Biketur Chile souvenir hoodie.
Not included: alcoholic beverages, guide tips, or equipment damage caused by improper use.
Why Ride With Biketur
We’ve spent years mapping the best trails around Santiago, including routes that don’t show up on public trail maps. Our guides adjust the pace and route to your fitness and riding level in real time, so the experience works whether it’s your first time on a mountain bike or you’re chasing technical descents. Everything — transport, gear, snacks, photos — is handled, which matters most when you only have a limited window in the city.
Biketur runs guided mountain bike tours for all experience levels, with hotel pickup and drop-off, bilingual guides, and premium equipment. You just show up ready to ride; we take care of the rest.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mountain Biking in Santiago
It depends on the tour. El Durazno Bike Park welcomes riders from beginners to advanced levels, while Las Varas, Manquehue, and the Night Ride are designed for intermediate to advanced riders.
El Durazno Bike Park is the best option for beginners because the guide can adapt the route, duration, and difficulty to your fitness level and riding experience.
Yes. The Night Ride Experience is designed for riders with previous mountain biking experience and is especially recommended around the full moon.
We operate year-round, except on rainy days. If rain is forecast, we’ll contact you to reschedule your tour.
Yes. All tours include a Trek full-suspension or hardtail mountain bike, a helmet, safety equipment, and a bilingual guide.
When would you like to ride with us?