Cerro Castor Resort Packages

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Duration

3-7 Nights (or more)

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Pricing

$$ / $$$

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Difficulty

Easy

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Ski Season

June to October

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Getting There

Fly into Buenos Aires, followed by a secondary flight to Ushuaia, and a 20-minute transfer to your hotel in the city. We will also arrange transfers to the resort for skiing/snowboarding.

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Forecast

Cerro Castor Resort

What's Included

International Flights (based on specific departure city)
Flights within Argentina
Lodging in Ushuaia with Breakfast
Lodging in Buenos Aires with Breakfast
Ski Passes
Ski / Snowboard Rentals
Ground Transportation
Excursions

What's Not Included

Lunches and Dinners (except at Tango show)
Ski / Snowboard Lessons
Backcountry and Helicopter Skiing

ABOUT THE RESORT

Welcome to the Andes Mountains of Argentina! Cerro Castor is the southernmost city and ski resort in the world, located just 26 km from Ushuaia, Argentina, offering a unique “end of the world” skiing experience with panoramic views of the Andes and the Beagle Channel. Cerro Castor is a family run resort located on the island of Tierra del Fuego (meaning Land of Fire).

You have the option of staying at the base of the resort or in Ushuaia. Most skiers and snowboarders prefer staying in Ushuaia, since there are plenty of great restaurants for dining nightly, shops, cafes, ski stores, casinos, and a vibrant nightlife!

SKI SEASON

The season in Cerro Castor is from mid-June through mid-October. Cerro Castor boasts the longest season in all the Andes, since storms roll in from the Atlantic, Pacific, and Gulf of Antarctica. The skiing at Cerro Castor is very unique, considering the base elevation is only 640 feet. The weather can be pretty wild, but with storms coming in from all directions, you are bound to have a powder day or two during your visit to this exciting family-run resort. From the top of this resort, one can look towards the Bay of Ushuaia and Beagle Canal in the south or north towards the Chilean border.

THE MOUNTAIN

Being in the 54 parallel, the temperatures are lower and constant, which gives the best kind of snow precipitations similar that can be found in Moscow, Russia. The resort sits on the southern slopes of Mount Krund, ranging from a base elevation of 195 meters to a summit of 1,057 meters, offering an impressive vertical drop of over 800 meters. The terrain spans approximately 650 hectares, featuring around 35 runs catering to all skill levels: beginners, intermediates, advanced, and experts. It has a modern lift system with 12 lifts, including chairlifts and magic carpets, ensuring minimal wait times. The resort also features a snow park, a ski cross circuit, and areas for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. An extensive artificial snowmaking system guarantees optimal conditions throughout the season.

ACCOMMODATIONS & CUISINE

On-site accommodation at the base of the mountain is limited to the Castor Ski Lodge, a complex of 15 self-contained Patagonian-style cottages, typically available for week-long stays. Most visitors opt to stay in the nearby vibrant city of Ushuaia, which offers a wide range of lodging options, from basic hostels to luxury 5-star hotels like the Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa. Shuttle services run regularly between the city and the resort.

For dining, the resort has eight gastronomic points, including on-mountain huts and base-area restaurants, serving both local Patagonian cuisine (like regional lamb and seafood) and international dishes. Options range from self-service cafeterias to à la carte dining with stunning views. Popular spots include the busy Restaurante 480 and the gourmet Terrazas del Castor, which offers a unique “Snow & Sushi” bar. Wonderful dining options abound that serve up everything from Centolla (king crab) to Cordero (lamb), and Sushi that melts in your mouth.

NIGHTLIFE

The après-ski scene at Cerro Castor is more low-key and relaxed than a vibrant party atmosphere, often centered around cozy on-mountain bars and sun decks where guests can enjoy a local craft beer or hot chocolate by the fire. Evening entertainment often takes place back in Ushuaia, which has a variety of bars, pubs, and a few casinos to explore. Special events at the resort can include a festive Torchlight Descent and gastronomic tastings.

PERKS

The main perks of Cerro Castor include its unique geographical location as the world’s southernmost ski resort, the guarantee of excellent snow quality and a remarkably long season due to its orientation and climate. Its modern facilities and uncrowded slopes (especially on weekdays) make it a favorite destination for international high-performance ski teams for pre-season training. Beyond skiing, visitors can enjoy additional activities like ice skating and explore the stunning natural beauty of Tierra del Fuego National Park or take a cruise on the Beagle Channel. The city of Ushuaia provides nonstop excitement, from its numerous adventure activities to its casinos, award-winning restaurants, vibrant nightlife, and museums.

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RESORTS IN THE AREA

Cerro Castor Resort

Ski Season

The season in Cerro Castor is from mid-June through mid-October. Cerro Castor boasts the longest season in all the Andes, since storms roll in from the Atlantic, Pacific, and Gulf of Antarctica. The skiing at Cerro Castor is very unique, considering the base elevation is only 640 feet. The weather can be pretty wild, but with storms coming in from all directions, you are bound to have a powder day or two during your visit to this exciting family-run resort. From the top of this resort, one can look towards the Bay of Ushuaia and Beagle Canal in the south or north towards the Chilean border.

The Mountain

The Cerro Castor Ski Resort is the southern most ski area in the world, located on the Island of Tierra del Fuego. Because of its orientation to the south, Castor Mountain has the best snow quality, protected from the heating of the sun and conserved in an excellent state. Being in the 54 parallel, the temperatures are lower and constant, which gives the best kind of snow precipitations similar that can be found in Moscow, Russia. The upper mountain consists of large bowls, steep chutes, long cruisers, and some bump runs mixed in for good measure. From mid mountain down there is some fun tree skiing and high speed groomers.

Accommodations & Cuisine

There are numerous lodging options in Ushuaia to meet all travel needs and budgets, ranging from boutique inns to suites looking over the Beagle Canal. Ushuaia has very good nightlife, which lingers into the wee morning hours. The City of Ushuaia has two casinos and excellent restaurants. Centolla (king crab) and Cordero (lamb) are two excellent dishes, which are available in many of the top restaurants in Ushuaia.

Lifts

Quads 3
Surface 3
Magic Carpet 2

Vertical

Vertical Drop: 2,497 feet (761 meters)
Top Elevation: 3,173 feet (967 meters)
Bottom Elevation: 640 feet (195 meters)

Annual Snowfall

16-19 feet / 5-6 meters

Terrain

Beginner-33%
Intermediate-27%
Advanced-27%
Expert-13%

Designated Runs

23, plus several bowls in between; 9 miles (30 km)

Off-Piste & Backcountry

There is some amazing side country and backcountry skiing available, which is just outside Castor’s boundaries. The ski touring possibilities are limitless here and only your imagination will determine the boundaries of this spectacular wilderness terrain that is very undiscovered.

Ability Levels (% of terrain)

Snowmaking