On Friday, October 13, 1972, a Uruguayan plane carrying 45 passengers, mainly students and players of the Old Christians rugby team, crashed in the Andes Mountains on its way to Chile.
Twelve people died on impact, and the survivors faced extreme temperatures, starvation and total isolation. After learning by radio that the search had been called off, two of them, Fernando Parrado and Roberto Canessa, hiked for 10 days through the mountains until they found help.
On December 20, 1972, rescuers saved the remaining 14 survivors, closing a story of resistance and survival that marked the world. This episode inspired books, documentaries and movies, such as They live! y The Snow Society.
Explore the majesty of the mountain range with a journey to the emblematic Valley of Tears. This tour allows you to choose between two options: an exciting trekking or a ride through trails surrounded by unique landscapes.
You will arrive at the exact place where the wreckage of the plane is located, at 3,800 meters above sea level, in a journey that combines adventure, reflection and the beauty of the mountain. Ideal for those looking for an authentic and personalized experience in direct contact with nature.
