Powder Quest

Nevados de Chillan: Ski, Snowboard, and Discover Hidden Powder in Chile Discover some of Chile's most powder-filled hidden gems at popular ski resorts including Valle Nevado, La Parva, El Colorado, and the Nevados de Chillán volcano, which is our guide's particular favorite. Our knowledgeable experts take you directly to the top inbound stashes without requiring you to hike or trek uphill. With wine tasting, hot springs, traditional home-cooked meals, and a lively nightlife, this tour offers more than simply skiing and snowboarding. Explore Secret Powder Spots with Expert Local Guides Two multilingual local experts lead our journey, taking you off the usual route to discover our favorite hidden areas in some of Chile's most famous ski resorts. You'll find some of the greatest unexplored powder stashes in the Andes, from the volcanic landscape of Nevados de Chillán to the high-altitude slopes of Valle Nevado. The schedule changes daily based on weather and snow conditio...

Backcountry Skiing in Patagonia: A Women’s Ski Camp Adventure Patagonia, Argentina, offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience for female skiers who are advanced and want to take their backcountry skiing to the next level. Our highly regarded Women's Backcountry Ski Camp combines incredible powder, knowledgeable teaching, and the breathtaking surroundings of isolated Patagonia to help you release your inner badass. Why Choose Patagonia for Backcountry Skiing? Large, wild, and renowned for its immaculate snow and stunning scenery, Patagonia is a backcountry skier's paradise. The emphasis of this private women's ski touring week is on advanced technique, mountain safety, and skill development. Our camp offers the ideal setting for developing your skills and confidence, whether you're learning how to "skin up" for the first time or honing your downhill freeride technique. Camp Highlights Teton Gravity Research named our camp one of " The Best Ski Camps for Wom...

El Colorado Ski Resort: Your Gateway to Andes Powder El Colorado Ski Resort is one of the most easily accessible and well-liked ski resorts close to Santiago when winter arrives in Chile. El Colorado has enough to offer all skill levels, from novices seeking easy slopes to experts seeking difficult terrain and freestyle parks. Where Is El Colorado Ski Resort? The two resorts are united by a single lift ticket system, and El Colorado is situated above the little Chilean mountain community of Farellones. Being the nearest ski resort to Santiago , just over an hour's drive away, it is very well-liked by both native Chileans and tourists from other countries. With its remarkable elevation, the resort offers 75 km of skiable terrain spanning over 360 degrees of mountain slopes to skiers and snowboarders. How to Get to El Colorado It usually takes one and a half hours to drive from Santiago to El Colorado, depending on traffic, road conditions, and the time of day. The G-21 Road (Road t...

Ski Resorts in South America: Explore the Best Destinations Last season, South America's ski resorts had record-breaking snowstorms, and this year's ski season is looking to be equally thrilling. We've updated our travel guide with local knowledge, professional insights, and useful suggestions to help you organize an amazing ski vacation as PowderQuest enters its 26th year of leading ski and snowboard experiences in South America. Learn about the top South American ski destinations, including famous mega-resorts and secret boutique hideaways, how to decide between Chile and Argentina, when to go, and how to make it happen. Why Ski South America? For skiers from the Northern Hemisphere who wish to avoid the summer heat, the Southern Hemisphere provides a reversed season. The Andes Mountains come alive with thick powder and dry, crisp snow from June to October, which is perfect for sustaining the "Endless Winter" fantasy. Lifts begin running as early as May, so yo...

Where Can You Ski in July? Explore the Andes with PowderQuest Summertime might seem like an interminable waiting game to seasoned skiers and snowboarders. When you're wanting fresh powder, the beach isn't the best option, resorts are closed, and the snow has melted. What if, however, you could pursue winter all the way to the Southern Hemisphere, where the adventure is just getting started and the mountains are covered with fresh snow? PowderQuest can help with that. From July through October, the magnificent Andes Mountains provide top-notch skiing and snowboarding , and we have over 20 years of experience uncovering South America's hidden gems. Why Ski South America in July? In the Andes, winter is in full force when summer arrives in the Northern Hemisphere. Renowned ski resorts and vast backcountry areas may be found in nations like Argentina and Chile, which are ideal for chasing deep snow and escaping the heat. Few locations in the world can equal the spectacular exp...

Explore Japan’s Top Ski Resorts and Untouched Powder Terrain Japan is a paradise for snowboarders and skiers. It has more ski areas than Canada and even the USA, which is 26 times larger, with more than 500 ski resorts. As a result, Japan is among the world's most spectacular winter playgrounds. Although there are ski resorts close to Tokyo, Hokkaido and the main island of Honshu, especially the prefectures of Nagano, Niigata, and Iwate, are the greatest places for powder lovers and specialists. We'll start with the top Hokkaido resorts to assist you in organizing the ideal ski vacation in Japan. Ski Resorts of Hokkaido Some of the world's driest and most reliable powder is sent to Hokkaido. The most well-known resort, which attracts visitors from abroad, is Niseko. Nonetheless, a lot of powder hunters would rather visit lesser-known locations rather than Niseko. Central Hokkaido's Furano wilderness is one of our faves. With several skiing opportunities for experienced...

Legendary Views, An Iconic Ski Resort, and an Unforgettable Experience: Ski Portillo Chile Portillo, famous for its bright yellow hotel, is perched high above the magnificent Inca Lake. One of the world's most well-known ski resorts, Portillo, recently celebrated its 75th anniversary. Portillo offers a unique South American skiing experience and is located about 100 miles northeast of Santiago, Chile. The exclusivity of Portillo is what sets it apart. Only 450 people may stay at the resort, so it never seems overcrowded. You can spend more time enjoying the snow and less time waiting because the ski slopes are open and there are hardly any lift lineups. The experience seems unique and intimate because of the kinship that forms between visitors over the course of many days. There never seems to be enough time in the day to enjoy everything that is available both on and off the mountain. The hotel itself has an air of vintage charm. Some of the most breathtaking mountain views of an...

The Ultimate Introduction to Chilean Skiing: Top Resorts, Accommodations, and Insider Advice Chile's Santiago should not be disregarded if you're organising a skiing trip in South America. Santiago, a city rich in history, delicious food, and local character, is tucked away at the base of the gorgeous Andes and provides access to some of Chile's most famous ski resorts. Everything you need to know about skiing in the Santiago area will be covered in this book, including the finest ski slopes in the area, where to rent equipment, where to buy equipment, and insider advice gleaned from more than 20 years of touring Chile's capital. This guide covers both staying in Santiago and exploring the slopes, as well as traveling there as part of a bigger excursion. Where to Rent Skis & Snowboards in Santiago The greatest ski rental stores in Santiago may be found along Avenida Las Condes and Camino a Farellones, which lead to the quaint mountain hamlet of Farellones, if you ...