When I think about Camp Makemáke, I always come back to the same idea: this camp wouldn’t exist without the land where it sits. We are in Huencuecho Sur, Pelarco , on the family-owned Fundo Centenario , a place full of history, open fields, and real country life. We are deep in the heart of huaso country , where Chilean traditions and rural life are alive every day. For many years, Fundo Centenario was a rice farm , but today the family raises cattle , keeping the rhythms of the land and the...

One of the most magical parts of Camp Makemáke  is the incredible mix of cultures and backgrounds  that fills our camp every year. Over time, we’ve welcomed campers from all around the world , and each one has left a special mark on our Makemáke family. The director herself is half Canadian and half British and has lived all over the world. Our campers—and their families—mainly live here in Santiago , but their roots stretch across the globe. We’ve had children join us from: Panama,...

At Camp Mákemáke, summer is about more than games and crafts—it’s about connecting with nature, working together, and creating something delicious with your own hands. One of the most magical experiences of the season is our organic blueberry adventure , a two-day journey that celebrates food, teamwork, and the thriving ecosystem around us. Evening in the Blueberry Orchards As the sun begins to set, campers wander into our organic blueberry orchards , baskets in hand, surrounded by golden...