Our Southern Cross trip visits Pucon & Villarrica, two resorts at Volcano Lonquimay, Corralco and Arenales, and then finishes with four days at Termas de Chillan, our favorite resort in South America. This Advanced and Experts itinerary focuses on backcountry skiing, and is designed to go after the summits on three volcanoes in Chile's Lake District. This trip is for traveller's who want to get off the beaten path and see some of the most beautiful parts of Southern Chile.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arive Santiago - Fly to Temuco/Pucon
Arrive Santiago Int’l airport where you will be met by our guides. When scheduling flights, please be sure
to arrive before 10am We will make a quick connection flight to the city of Temuco where our vans will be waiting to take you to Pucon (1.5 hours drive.) Pucon lies nestled in the shadow of Volcan Villarrica, Chile’s most active volcano. “Mamas and Tapas” is the most frequented pub, a good place to sit by the fire and chat with locals and international travelers alike. Our rustic and cozy lodgings at Cabañas Ruca-Malal, is only a short walk from downtown, and all are equipped with wood burning stoves.
Days 2-3: Summit Volcan Villarrica
We will have two days for our summit attempt on Villarrica allowing us some flexibility for right conditions. This guided climb is not technical, but will require crampons. Upon reaching the summit of this active volcano, you can look deep into this monstrous, steaming caldera. On a clear day, you can see across the peaks of the Andes all the way to Argentina. To get down, click in, strap on and commence carving.
Whichever day we do not spend hiking the volcano, we will take advantage of the ski resort built on Villarrica skiing the intricate lava flows and natural half pipes. Views from Villarrica are some of the most beautiful in all of Chile, including all of the surrounding volcanoes and lakes. Pucon also offers some of the most amazing hotsprings in the world, perfect to soak our tired bones.
Day 4: Travel to Lonquimay
In the morning on day 4, we will make the journey from Pucon to the town of Lonquimay, a beautiful destination serving the Volcano Lonquimay, way off the beaten toursit path. Our comfortable home, The Suiza Andina, offers home baked bread with every meal, and some of the best jams in all of Chile.
Days 5-6: Summit Volcan Lonquimay
We have one day to ski the resort, Corralco and one day to ski the less visited Arenales. If the right the conditions present themselves we will make a summit attempt to get a truly spectacular view. These days will be a journey back to a day without lift lines, when riding the snow as about a connection between you and the mountain. The summit takes between 2 and 4 hours depending on hiking speed.
Day 7: Travel to Termas De Chillan
On day seven, we will journey north to the city of Las Trancas, near the resort at Termas de Chillan. Spend the day watching the countryside fly past the windows and let your legs recover from all the fun. The Salto de Laja, an impressive waterfall, will be a great place to stop and snap some pictures. The city of Chillan, one hour from our final destination, is noted for having Chile’s finest market. We will stop there to have a meal and wander the market place before continuing on to Las Trancas.
Days 8-12: Ride/Ski Termas de Chillan
We will spend four days staying in the comfort of our ‘casa’, Cabañas Rucahue. These private cabins will be our base while exploring the stellar terrain and backcountry at Termas de Chillan. Termas is known for having the consistently best powder in Chile and is the highlight of all our trips.
Within the frame of the four days we will look for the right conditions to mount summit attempts on the Volcano Chillan and the adjascent Volcano Nevaods de Chillan. Both Volcanoes offer breathtaking views and some of the best skiing in all of South America. Our last night we will have a big Chilean cookout known as an Asado. Enjoy the traditional steak, chicken and sausage prepared by our Chilean hosts, as well as all the wine and pisco you can drink. On day 12 we will journey back to Santiago in time for flight scheduled after 5pm. Chao amigos!
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Included:
- 3 nights Pucon;
- 3 nights Lonquimay;
- 5 nights Las Trancas;
- All Breakfasts & Dinners;
- 5:1 Guest to Guide ratio;
- All lift passes on tour;
- All ground transportation on tour;
- Domestic Flight Santiago- Temuco;
- Use of Avalanche Tranceiver, probe and shovel;
- Use of Motorola Radio.
Also see tour packages in:
South America
Chile
Outdoor: Mountain Ranger
Skiing & Snowboarding
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