Chile’s newest heliskiing destination, Puma Lodge opened for the first time for the 2011 season with a fully equipped 5-star facility. More importantly, the Puma Lodge is the Powder Capital of the Andes, with deep and abundant snowfalls averaging 100cm of champagne powder per storm.
Heliski Adventure at Puma Lodge
Ski or snowboard through untracked powder, past glaciers, and backcountry bowls surrounded by a stunning landscape. Discover pristine nature with excellent snow quality, awe-inspiring peaks, and deep valleys. The area surrounding Puma Lodge is one of the best-kept secrets of the Chilean Andes, and accessed exclusively by Puma Lodge guests.
Your private transfer will collect you in Santiago and transfer you to Puma Lodge. Located three hours south of Santiago (or a 30-minute helicopter ride), Puma Lodge is in a class of its own. Not only is it one of the best heliski centers in the world and a 5-star hotel and spa, but also it encompasses more than 3,000 square km of majestic mountains, deep valleys, cypress forests, mighty rivers, clear streams, and a diverse array of native flora and fauna.
The helicopter will transport you to the zones considered most apt for skiing based on snow conditions, weather, capacity, and technical level of the skiers/snowboarders to descend expansive, long chutes through virgin snow. Expert guides carefully select the day’s ski area to ensure clients have the best heli ski experience possible in the best now, an inspiring experience they will remember for the rest of their lives.
Descents are an average of 1,200m, with the greatest vertical run being approximately 3,200m and the longest being approximately 16km.
Heading to untracked powder in the Chilean Andes
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Quick Facts:Difficulty Level: Intermediate – Advanced
Altitude: Up to 4,800m. Average 4,000 – 2,000m above sea level
Size of Terrain: Over 3,000km2 of private land surrounding Puma Lodge
Approximate vertical per run: 1,200m
Program duration: 3 or 7 days
Passenger/Guide Ratio: 4:1
Recommended trip combinations:
Heliskiing at Puma Lodge
This tour is available during the months of July thru September as snow conditions are appropriate.
Price per Person (US$):
*based on double occupancy accommodations
*Prices valid through September 2014. Please inquire for new rates.
The luxury hotel Puma Lodge, Chile’s hottest new heliski destination
Price Includes:
Note: Skis are not included, but may be rented at a rate of US$35 per day (Head or Scott brand)
Puma Lodge
Puma Lodge: Located three hours south of Santiago (or a 30-minute helicopter ride), Puma Lodge is in a class of its own. Not only is it one of the best heliski centers in the world and a 5-star hotel and spa, but also it encompasses more than 3,000 square km of majestic mountains, deep valleys, cypress forests, mighty rivers, clear streams, and a diverse array of native flora and fauna.
