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ANDES SKI & WINE – VALLE NEVADO, LA PARVA, EL COLORADO, SKI ARPA
Destination: Chile
Availability: July – September
Welcome to the Andes Mountains of Chile! You will begin your adventure in the heart of the Maipo Valley wine region. From Santiago it’s time to head to the lofty Andes Mountains, ascending the spectacular road to the village of Farellones. There you will spend five days ripping powder, inbounds and out-of-bounds at El Colorado, La Parva, and Valle Nevado Resorts.
- Getting There
Flight into Santiago, followed by a transfer to the resorts.
- Valle Nevado Resort- 2.5 hours away.
- La Parva & El Colorado Resorts are 2 hours away.
- Ski Arpa is 2.5 hours from Santiago by car.
We will include an SUV rental in your trip package.
- Weather Forecast
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After enjoying the beautiful Andes it’s time to unwind for a night in Santiago and take in the wonderful Chilean hospitality and local culture! Your journey continues the next morning to El Arpa Cat Skiing. Near the village of Los Andes you will enjoy two days of backcountry skiing with your guide, in some remarkable high alpine terrain. Evenings will be spent relaxing in the village, eating great cuisine and sampling more fine wines.
Itinerary
Day 1: Ski
Arrive in Santiago, and on to your first ski experience
- Arrive in Santiago
- Transfer to ski resort and check in
- Skiing
- Evening dinner
- Rest, overnight at hotel
Day 2 - 4
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Skiing
- Evening Dinner
- Rest, overnight at the hotel
Day 5: Santiago
Explore Santiago, Chile’s capital since colonial times. Points of interest include the city’s neoclassical landmarks, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and La Chascona, the home of the poet Pablo Neruda.
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Transfer to Santiago
- Check in at the hotel
- Morning city tour
- Afternoon winery excursion
- Evening dinner
- Rest, overnight at the hotel
Day 6: Snowcat Skiing at Ski Arpa
After a day at Santiago you move on to Ski Arpa for two days of snowcat skiing
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Transfer to Ski Arpa
- Snowcat Skiing
- Check in at the hotel
- Rest, overnight at the hotel
Day 7: Snowcat Skiing
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Day of snowcat skiing
- Rest, overnight at the hotel
Day 8: Free day, or visit portillo
This trip is not all in the mountains. On day 6 you get a chance to visit the coast and experience the resort city of Viña del Mar
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Morning is free, or have another ski day at Portillo
- Transfer to Santiago
- Late evening flight home
Mountain Stats
Trail Map
Lifts
Annual Snowfall
Terrain and
Terrain Park
Terrain Park
Vertical Drop and Elevations
Designated Runs
Snowmaking
Ski and Snowboarding
Off-Piste and
Backcountry
Backcountry
Trail Map
Lifts
LIFTS
| High-speed Detachable Quad | 12 – 1 |
| Triple | 1 |
| Double | 1 |
| Surface Lifts | 6 |
Annual Snowfall
ANNUAL SNOWFALL
26 Feet / 8 Meters
Terrain and
Terrain Park
Terrain Park
TERRAIN
| Beginner | 14% |
| Intermediate | 30% |
| Advanced | 42% |
| Expert | 14% |
TERRAIN PARK
Yes, but there is no half pipe
Vertical Drop and Elevations
VERTICAL
| Vertical Drop | 2,657 ft/810 m |
| Top Elevation | 12,041 ft/3,670 m |
| Bottom Elevation | 9,838 ft/ 2,860 m |
Designated Runs
DESIGNATED RUNS
42
Snowmaking
SNOWMAKING
Yes
Ski and Snowboarding
SKI AND SNOWBOARDING
Yes
Off-Piste and
Backcountry
Backcountry
OFF-PISTE & BACKCOUNTRY
There is some incredible terrain off the Valle Nevado/Colorado ridge line, which drops to the road (steep faces and chutes that will challenge even the best free riders!).
In addition there is some wonderful terrain behind the upper mountain.
Location
Mountain Stats
Trail Map
Lifts
Annual Snowfall
Terrain and
Terrain Park
Terrain Park
Vertical Drop and Elevations
Designated Runs
Off-Piste and
Backcountry
Backcountry
Trail Map
TRAIL MAP
Lifts
LIFTS
| Quad | 2 |
| Triple | 1 |
| Double | 1 |
| Surface Lifts | 10 |
Annual Snowfall
ANNUAL SNOWFALL
16 Feet / 5 Meters
Terrain and
Terrain Park
Terrain Park
TERRAIN
| Beginner | 15% |
| Intermediate | 40% |
| Advanced | 35% |
| Expert | 10% |
TERRAIN PARK
There are two parks, but no half pipes.
Vertical Drop and Elevations
VERTICAL
| Vertical Drop | 2,963 ft/903 m |
| Top Elevation | 10,936 ft/3,333 m |
| Bottom Elevation | 7,972 ft/ 2,430 m |
Designated Runs
DESIGNATED RUNS
77, which equals about 2500 acres
Off-Piste and
Backcountry
Backcountry
OFF-PISTE & BACKCOUNTRY
The out-of-bounds here is remarkable, with several bowls, faces and couloirs that are so steep, they will make the hair on the back of your neck stand up!
Location
Mountain Stats
Trail Map
Lifts
Annual Snowfall
Terrain and
Terrain Park
Terrain Park
Vertical Drop and Elevations
Designated Runs
Snowmaking
Ski and Snowboarding
Off-Piste and
Backcountry
Backcountry
Trail Map
Lifts
LIFTS
| Quad | 2 |
| Triple | 1 |
| Double | 1 |
| Surface Lifts | 10 |
Annual Snowfall
ANNUAL SNOWFALL
16 Feet / 5 Meters
Terrain and
Terrain Park
Terrain Park
TERRAIN
| Beginner | 15% |
| Intermediate | 45% |
| Advanced | 30% |
| Expert | 10% |
TERRAIN PARK
Yes, but no half pipes.
Vertical Drop and Elevations
VERTICAL
| Vertical Drop | 3,150 ft/960 m |
| Top Elevation | 11,909 ft/3,630 m |
| Bottom Elevation | 8,760 ft/ 2,670 m |
Designated Runs
DESIGNATED RUNS
30, which equal 23 miles of terrain (37 km)
Snowmaking
SNOWMAKING
Yes, covering a large area
Ski and Snowboarding
SKI and SNOWBOARDING
Yes
Off-Piste and
Backcountry
Backcountry
OFF-PISTE & BACKCOUNTRY
There is very nice ski touring behind the Piuquenes lift, and some other great spots off the Valle Nevado/La Parva ridge-line.
Steep chutes abound above Las Aguilas lift (out of the resort).
Location
Mountain Stats
Trail Map
Lifts
Terrain
Vertical Drop and Elevations
Skiable Acres
Trail Map
Lifts
LIFTS
Snowcats are used to transport skiers and snowboarders to the top of the runs, with a 22-person capacity.
Terrain
TERRAIN
| Advanced to Expert |
Vertical Drop and Elevations
VERTICAL
| Peak Elevation | 12,500 ft/3,810 m |
| Lowest Elevation | 9,000 ft/2,473 m |
| Vertical | 3,500 ft/ 1,067 m |
Skiable Acres
SKIABLE ACRES
4,000+ -Annual Snowfall: 200 inches (508 cms) -Snowmaking: 0%, as this is backcountry and not a resort. (37 km)
Location
TRIP PRICING
2022 All-Inclusive Ski Trip Packages: Up to 30% Savings!
Please contact us for special package prices. Trips are tailor made to fit your travel dates and needs.
INCLUDED
- 4 nights lodging in one of the resort villages
- Breakfast and dinner
- Lunches at some hotels
- 1 night of lodging in Santiago with breakfast
- 2 nights of lodging in Los Andes with breakfast
- Ski passes
- 2 days guided snow-cat skiing (weather and snow dependent)
- Santiago city tour
- Winery excursion
- Ground transportation
NOT INCLUDED
- International flights
- Lunches and dinners in Santiago
- Additional nights in Santiago
- Excursion to Vina Del Mar and Valparaiso
- Trip extensions to other destinations in Chile or South America
* International flights will be added on and are based on your country of origin and travel dates.
* Excursions and activities can be arranged.
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