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Backcountry Discovery: Ski & Snowboard Adventure from Chile to Argentina

Our Backcountry Discovery Adventure is made to fulfil your dreams of an amazing ski vacation in South America. With lift-accessed backcountry, cat skiing, and expert-guided exploration, this 11-day trip mixes Argentina's renowned Las Leñas with Chile's classic Andes terrain, eliminating the need for exhausting full-day climbs.

With top-notch skiing and snowboarding, exciting cultural events, and carefully chosen lodging, this adventure offers the ideal mix of comfort and excitement.

Trip Highlights

Here’s what makes the Backcountry Discovery trip one of the most exciting ways to explore the Andes:

  • Ski and snowboard through Chile and Argentina with bilingual IFMGA or ACMG-certified guides, two countries, one adventure.

  • Lift-Accessed Touring: Before entering Argentina, travel through Chile's backcountry regions at Valle Nevado, La Parva, and El Colorado.

  • The Las Leñas Magic offers incredible off-piste choices, secret stashes, and priority lift lines so you can ride like a local.

  • Culture & Cuisine: Savour regional Chilean and Argentine flavours every evening while exploring Santiago's lively energy and Mendoza's world-class wines.

  • Wine Country Experience: Savour a delicious lunch, wine tasting, and an exclusive vineyard tour while travelling the picturesque route from Mendoza to Las Leñas.

  • Award-Winning Trip: OnTheSnow Names It the Best Summer Ski Safari.

Where Adventure Meets Comfort

Farellones, Chile

At 7,874 feet, the quaint ski village of Farellones is where your journey starts. After a day in the mountains, relax in the outdoor hot tub while staying in a quaint lodge with cosy ensuite rooms and watch the sun set. It's the ideal starting point for your adventure, with a vibrant nightlife only a short distance away.

Santiago, Chile

Before travelling to Mendoza and Las Leñas, stay the night at a posh hotel in Santiago, which is perfectly situated to explore the city's vibrant nightlife and cultural attractions in between mountain excursions.

Las Lenas, Argentina

The Hotel Piscis, a ski-in/ski-out establishment in Argentina, has all the amenities you need to unwind after a long day on the slopes. The health club is the ideal getaway in the middle of the Andes, with indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, a sauna, massage therapy, and jacuzzis.

Why Choose the Backcountry Discovery Adventure?

The goal of the Backcountry Discovery series is to maximise downhill enjoyment while still earning some turns, in contrast to standard ski trips that include lengthy uphill hikes. This journey is perfect for intermediate to advanced riders who desire the excitement of backcountry exploration without the fatigue of full-day ascents. It includes knowledgeable guides, lift-accessed terrain, and a day of cat skiing.

This trip offers a full Andes experience, combining world-class cuisine and wine with cultural exploration in addition to skiing and snowboarding. From touring the neighbourhoods of Santiago to enjoying Malbecs in Mendoza, the trip is as much about the local way of life as it is about skiing.

Conclusion: The Ultimate South American Ski Adventure

The Backcountry Discovery Adventure combines world-class skiing, cat-accessed powder, and a lively culture in a journey that spans two nations. This 11-day trip offers the best of the Andes, whether you're sipping wine at a Mendoza winery, seeking secret caches at Las Leñas, or carving turns in Valle Nevado.

This award-winning itinerary has everything you could possibly want for a comfortable yet adventurous ski and snowboard trip: wine, culture, powder, and lifelong memories.


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