The La Parva, Portillo and Valle Nevado ski resorts are located less than two hours from Santiago, Chile and offer some of the world’s best skiing and riding. We’ll help you choose the ski resort that is right for you according to you skiing ability and service needs to ensure the absolute best experience.
A day on the slopes at Portillo
Your Santiago Adventures representative will meet you in the lobby of your Santiago hotel in the morning for transport to your selected ski resort for your full day adventure. Around 5:00pm, your transfer will bring you back to your Santiago hotel.
We suggest the following itinerary, however we can adjust this schedule according to your needs:
8:00 Departure from your hotel in Santiago
8:30 Stop at local ski shop to pick up your equipment (rental not included in program cost)
10:00 Arrival at ski area
10:30 Mountain orientation and departure for the ski slopes
1:00 Lunch (not included)
5:00 Departure for Santiago
Recommended trip combinations:
Team USA training at La Parva
This tour is available every day between July and September while resorts are open.
Price per Person (US$):
*based on a minimum of 2 travelers
*Prices valid through September 2015.
Skiing is independent, without guide. If you are interested in adding a ski guide to your resort day (on-piste or slack-/sidecountry), just ask your Travel Specialist.
Laguna del Inca, Portillo
Price includes:
Note: Ski/snowboard rental is not included. Your driver can help you coordinate equipment rental as needed.
Map of ski areas which comprise the Tres Valles
El Colorado/La Parva: El Colorado, La Parva, and Valle Nevado form the Tres Valles of the Andes, which includes the largest area of skiable terrain in Chile (over 6,180 acres of in-bounds terrain). The area is best suited to beginners, intermediates, and racers, but advanced skiers and boarders can use an inter-valley lift pass to access all three valleys and more complicated runs and backcountry bowls including the infamous La Chimenea. One of the biggest advantages of the Tres Valles area is its proximity to Santiago. Skiers and boarders can get from the city to the slopes in just over an hour’s time.
Valle Nevado
Valle Nevado: Modeled after the style of European resorts, the Valle Nevado complex straddles the imposing peak El Plomo and has the largest skiable domain in Chile. The quality and size of the terrain, good chair lifts, and service make the resort a very worthwhile destination. At an altitude of 3,670m/12,040 ft and with average snowfall of 7m/276 inches, Valle Nevado has some of the most consistently great snow conditions among the major resorts in the region. The resort is about a 90 minute drive from Santiago.
Ski Day at Portillo
Portillo: One of Chile’s most internationally known ski destinations, Portillo is embodies a “boutique” ski resort culture. Since lodging capacity is relatively small, lift lines are minimal and there are more fresh tracks to ski. Most days the snow quality is incredible, and with views to match – jagged Andean peaks, the crystal clear waters of Laguna del Inca, and steep white slopes. There are slopes to fit any level of skiing expertise, though for the more advanced skiers and boarders there is an abundance of back country bowls. Portillo is located about two hours from Santiago, near the border with Argentina, and offers some of Chile’s best skiing.
