Chilean Ski and backcountry adventure: BSC followers Save $300

Ski seasons not over! It’s just beginning in the souther hemisphere and their’s no better place to go explore than Chile. There’s a long list of Ski Resorts in Chile, the most popular are located in the Central Zone and include Portillo, La Parva, El Colorado/Farellones, Valle Nevado, and Termas de Chillán. But who wants to go ski with all those crowds? How about some where that gets the most snow, few crowds and has some side-country skiing?

This year The Adventure Project is offering a 10 day Ski Chile program to the southern region which is known for it’s abundant snowfall, great advanced terrain, lack of crowds, Chilean authenticity and excellent side-country access. You’ll have nine days skiing Nevados de Chillan Ski Area which is located approximately 400 km south of Santiago and 194 km east from Concepcion which is the point of arrival. Boasting the most snowfall in all of Chile, Nevados de Chillan Ski Area receives 10m of snow and has the longest ski runs in South America, the longest being Las Tres Marias at 13km. Nevados de Chillan Ski has 12 lifts, including 5 chairlifts and 7 drag lifts. The Nevados de Chillan Ski Area offers a vertical drop of 1,097m / 3,600ft, with the base village situated at 1,403m / 4,600ft and the resort’s summit at 2,500m /8,200ft.

$300 Discount for Backcountry Skiing Canada followers until June 15th. Simply enter the Promo Code BSCChili2016  on the booking page here.

Prices
From $2,765 USD* per person (based on 6 people in the group). The price will be higher if there are less than 6 people as there are shared costs within each group that need to be covered. Here is the complete breakdown of the prices based on numbers of guests in each group:

6 people – $2,765 USD per person.
5 people – $2,835 USD per person.
4 people – $2,945 USD per person.

If you would prefer your own room, there is a single-room supplement of $400 USD in addition to the above prices. There are only a limited amount of single rooms that we can offer and they can only be offered if there is availability.

*Prices will be confirmed for your group by July 1st. However if there are any last minute revisions to the group size after this date and (ie we add some more people and your price is reduced), you will be given a credit towards a future trip with The Adventure Project. The Adventure Project reserves the right to add last minute people to groups at our own discretion.

Dates
Session 1: Monday 8th August to Thursday 18th August 2016.
Session 2: Thursday 18th August to Sunday 28th August 2016.
Session 3: Sunday 28th August to Wednesday 7th September 2016.

Itinerary
Departure Depart home country for Santiago.

Day 1 – Arrive Santiago. Domestic flight to Concepcion. Arrive Concepcion and pick-up by The Adventure Project. team – Depart for Las Trancas/Cabanas Los Hualles. 173 km – 2 hours 30 minutes by private van. Welcome dinner and avalanche safety talk.

Day 2 – AM avalanche safety training and then PM Nevados de Chillan mountain orientation, time permitting.

Day 3 – Ski Nevados de Chillan.

Day 4 – Ski Nevados de Chillan.

Day 5 – Potential non-ski/cultural day – guided trip to Chillan. Explore Chillan with an English speaking guide, visit wineries and enjoy Chilean BBQ. Private transport included. The exact date of the trip will be confirmed, we normally due the non-ski day when everyone is feeling tired or there is inclement weather on the mountain.

Day 6 – Ski Nevados de Chillan.

Day 7 – Ski Nevados de Chillan.

Day 8 – Ski Nevados de Chillan.

Day 9  – Ski Nevados de Chillan.

Day 10 – Depart Las Trancas for Concepcion. Overnight in Concepcion and farewell dinner (not included in price).

Day 11 – Depart Concepcion for homeward journey.

Program Focus
This program is ideal for adventurous and experienced skiers/boarders to explore the more southern ski areas of Chile. These resorts tend to be a little more off the beaten path for Western visitors and Chilean skiers alike, so the slopes (holiday periods excluded), tend to be quieter. You can get a more authentic Chilean experience here! These areas also get a lot of snow and have great sidecountry access, with good inbounds terrain.

You’ll be guided by our team for 10 days in total (7 ski days). We’ll put you through our comprehensive avalanche safety training and there is an opportunity to work on technique, if we have people looking to improve on their freeride ability. We have a great program, not only do you get to ski/ride one of the best resorts in southern Chile, but you’ll meet a lot of the locals and experience their way of life, not to mention sample the local food. You’ll be in good hands!

For more details about accommodation, inclusions, exclusions, deposit requirements, availability, equipment, avalanche safety and required experience please click here.

$300 Discount for Backcountry Skiing Canada followers until June 15th. Simply enter the Promo Code BSCChili2016  on the booking page here.