Aviary Tour and Tricao Park with Tasting in Undurraga Vineyard

Nature and wine make a fine Santiago pairing. This 8-hour outing combines Tricao Park’s 100 hectares, South America’s largest aviary, the French-inspired Giverny wetland, and a guided visit to Undurraga Vineyard. I like the broad mix of scenery and the small maximum group of 10, which should make the day feel more personal. The main drawback is the pace: three major stops leave limited room to linger.

I also like that transport, entrance tickets, brunch, a bilingual English-Portuguese guide, and four reserve-wine samples are included. Guides such as Matías, Javiera, Luciano, Ashley, and Fernanda have been praised for friendly commentary and clear explanations. Still, lunch is not included, so you should plan for the brunch to be your main meal until the afternoon.

Key points at a glance

• South America’s largest aviary: Tricao Park gives you a chance to see a wide range of birds in a carefully planned setting.
• A full day outside Santiago: The schedule links parkland, a wetland garden, and a vineyard rather than repeating one type of attraction.
• Giverny-inspired gardens: The wetland takes its design cue from Monet’s gardens and offers a change of mood after the aviary.
• Brunch with a view: Food is included at Tricao Park, with an attractive setting highlighted as part of the experience.
• Four reserve wines: The Undurraga visit ends with a guided tasting rather than only a walk through the vineyard.
• Small-group transport: The group is capped at 10, and the return transfer to the departure point is reserved for the group.

Why this makes a good day trip from Santiago

Santiago has plenty to fill a city stay, but this tour gives you a quick look at several parts of central Chile beyond the capital. You move from a large private park to a garden wetland and then into one of the country’s established wine estates.

That variety is the reason I find the tour appealing. You are not spending eight hours on a single vineyard visit or a long nature walk. Instead, the day offers birds, plants, views, food, wine, and a little Chilean culture through the guide’s commentary.

The group size matters here. With no more than 10 people, you have a better chance of hearing the guide and asking questions than you would on a large coach excursion. The transport is exclusive to the group, which adds comfort and makes the day feel more organized.

The tour is offered with an English-Portuguese bilingual guide. Past guide teams have included Matías with driver Ignacio, Javiera and Luciano with driver Hermes or Ermenes, and Fernanda with Marco. The strongest comments focus on friendly service, good humor, and explanations about Chilean culture and local stories.

At $147 per person, this is not a cheap outing. Yet the price covers transportation, three admission tickets, brunch, guiding, and a four-wine reserve tasting. If you would otherwise need separate taxis, park tickets, and a vineyard tour, the package can make sense. It is best value for someone who wants a ready-made day rather than arranging each piece alone.

Tricao Park and the great aviary

The first stop is Tricao Park, a 100-hectare property with gardens, natural areas, and what is described as the largest aviary in South America. You have about two hours here, with admission included.

The aviary is the headline attraction. It gives the day a clear focus and brings you close to birds in a setting that also emphasizes plant life and open space. The experience is not simply a quick photo stop. The size of the park means you get a sense of a broader nature project, not only an enclosed bird display.

I would give this stop your full attention. The park has been praised for its beauty, views, and calm setting, while the aviary receives especially strong praise. Guides have also framed the park as a place where you can learn about the care of native flora and fauna.

The exact route through the park is not specified, so you should not assume that every part of the 100 hectares is covered. Two hours is enough for a worthwhile visit, but not enough to explore every corner at a slow pace. Keep your camera ready, but listen to the guide too. The value here comes from understanding the park as well as seeing its birds.

One practical point: the park can be a highlight even if you are not a dedicated bird enthusiast. The gardens and views add variety, and the stop works well for families. Children may enjoy the aviary, while adults may prefer the setting and the chance to learn about Chile’s natural heritage.

Brunch beside the Giverny-inspired wetland

The next two-hour block includes Humedal Giverny, a wetland space inspired by the gardens of Claude Monet at Giverny in France. The design gives the stop a different feel from Tricao Park. Instead of focusing mainly on birds and open parkland, you get a garden setting shaped around water and flowers.

The comparison to France is part of the appeal. You are not visiting Monet’s actual garden, but the concept creates a more formal and artistic setting within the wider park visit. It also gives you a quieter pause between the aviary and the vineyard.

Brunch is included, and the setting appears to be one of the better parts of the meal. A scenic view inside Tricao Park has been singled out as a pleasant place to eat. That matters because the tour does not include a separate lunch. Brunch should help you start the day, but you may want to bring funds for food later if you usually need a substantial midday meal.

The schedule allows about two hours for the wetland and brunch together. That is generous enough to avoid rushing through the garden, though the exact balance depends on the group and the meal service. If you enjoy taking photographs, this is likely the stop where you will want a few extra minutes.

One possible omission is a boat ride. A barge or boat trip through the wetland would add another way to experience the site, but no such activity is included in the stated program. Treat the wetland as a walking and viewing stop rather than a water excursion.

Undurraga Vineyard and four reserve wines

The final major stop is Viña Undurraga, where the visit lasts about two hours. The tour covers the vineyard, parks, and guard wineries, then continues with a guided tasting of four reserve wines.

This is more than a tasting-room visit. You get an introduction to the vineyard and the places connected with wine production and storage. The guided explanation includes the process of fermentation and grape aging, giving you useful context before you taste.

I like the order of the day in practical terms. By the time you reach Undurraga, you have already spent time outdoors and eaten brunch. The wine becomes the closing event rather than one more item squeezed into the middle of a busy morning.

The tasting includes four reserve wines. That does not mean you should expect a full meal or an advanced wine class. It is a guided introduction, suited to someone who wants to compare several wines and learn the basic production story without committing to a longer specialist visit.

The tasting is also a good reason to leave some space in your luggage. The vineyard shop sells souvenirs, and attractive mementos are available there. If you are looking for Chilean wine or a small gift, this is the natural point in the day to consider it.

The vineyard guide may not be the same person who accompanies you through Tricao Park. Emiliano has led the vineyard portion, while the main tour team has included several different guides and drivers. That split can work well because the vineyard gets a guide focused on its own history and production.

The pace, transport, and group size

An 8-hour day is substantial, but the schedule has a logical rhythm: two hours at Tricao Park, two hours around the Giverny wetland and brunch, and two hours at Undurraga. The remaining time allows for transport between the stops and the departure point.

Because the exact departure time and pickup location are not provided here, check those details carefully when booking. The experience includes round-trip transfer to the departure point, exclusive to the group. That is more useful than it may sound. You avoid having to coordinate separate rides between three attractions.

A group limit of 10 is one of the tour’s strongest practical features. Small groups make it easier to stay together in the park, ask questions, and hear cultural explanations. They also reduce the sense that you are being moved through a site in a large crowd.

The guide and driver pairing has received repeated praise. Matías and Ignacio have been credited with sharing local history and culture, while Javiera, Luciano, Hermes, Ermenes, Fernanda, and Ashley have been described as warm, attentive, and helpful. Ashley, in particular, was praised for presenting in two languages throughout the day and answering many questions.

The tour is described as suitable for most people. Still, three stops, outdoor areas, and a full eight-hour schedule require a reasonable level of energy. The supplied information does not specify walking distances, terrain, or wheelchair arrangements, so ask the operator if those details matter to you.

What the $147 price really covers

The price is $147 per person. It includes:

• Round-trip group transfer to the departure point
• English-Portuguese bilingual guiding
• Brunch
• Admission to Tricao Park
• Admission to the aviary
• Admission to Humedal Giverny
• The Undurraga vineyard visit
• A tasting of four reserve wines

Lunch is not included. That is the key budget detail. The included brunch may be enough for some people, but you should not assume a full lunch is part of the package.

For a visitor who wants all three attractions in one day, the price offers reasonable convenience. You are paying for transport, coordination, entrance fees, food, and guiding in one purchase. The value is weaker if you only care about wine, since a dedicated vineyard tour may cost less and give you more time at the estate.

The same is true if your main interest is birdlife. Tricao Park is the strongest match, but the price also includes the wetland and vineyard. You are paying for variety, not specialization.

The tour is typically booked about 12 days ahead. That suggests you should not leave it until the last minute if your Santiago schedule is fixed. Confirmation is provided when you book, but the experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. Only reserve once you are confident about your date.

Who should choose this tour?

I would recommend it to you if you want a full day outside Santiago and prefer organized transport. It suits couples, families, and small groups who enjoy mixing nature, food, and wine.

Families may especially like the aviary and park, while adults can look forward to the vineyard tasting. The bilingual English-Portuguese format is useful for mixed-language groups, and the small group limit should make explanations easier to follow.

This is also a good choice if you want more than a standard vineyard outing. You get birds and gardens before the wine, which gives the day a broader sense of place.

You may want a different plan if you dislike structured schedules or want long, unhurried visits. The tour gives each major stop about two hours, so you will see a lot but will not have unlimited time anywhere. Wine specialists may prefer a slower estate visit. Garden lovers may wish for more time at Giverny. And if lunch is important to you, the lack of an included midday meal deserves attention.

Should you book the Tricao and Undurraga day?

Book this tour if you value variety, small-group transport, and a simple way to combine three attractions. The best parts are the large aviary, the attractive Giverny wetland, the included brunch, and the four-wine tasting at Undurraga.

I would be cautious if you need a flexible schedule, a full lunch, or detailed accessibility information before committing. The no-refund rule makes careful planning essential.

For most people with one free day in Santiago, this is a well-balanced outing. It gives you nature in the morning, food with a view, and Chilean wine to finish. That is a lot of ground to cover in eight hours, but the mix is exactly what makes the price easier to justify.

FAQ

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 8 hours.

How much does the tour cost?

The listed price is $147 per person.

What attractions are included?

Admission is included for Tricao Park, the aviaries, and Humedal Giverny. The tour also includes the guided visit to Viña Undurraga.

Is food included?

Brunch is included. Lunch is not included.

How many wines are included in the tasting?

The guided tasting includes four reserve wines from Undurraga.

Is transportation included?

Yes. Round-trip transfer to the departure point is included and is exclusive to the group.

What languages does the guide speak?

The guide service is bilingual in English and Portuguese.

How large is the group?

The experience has a maximum of 10 participants.

Can the booking be canceled or changed?

No. The experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason.