Southern Chile Backcountry Tour: Corralco to Chillan

Country: Chile, South America
Style: Lift-Assisted Backcountry Touring
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Limited to: 6 guests
From: $4999 USD
Dates: JUL 31-AUG 7, 2024 (inquire for additional dates)

Welcome to southern Chile’s best lift-assisted backcountry skiing and snowboarding- Nevados de Chillan and Corralco ski resorts. With so many options for backcountry touring that what you see from the ski lifts barely skims the surface of the potential adventures. Home to some of the country’s most stunning landscapes, the region is replete with lush green pastures, dense forest, and majestic snowcapped volcanoes, some of which remain active. Our Chile backcountry adventure will introduce you to two of the region’s most beautiful volcanoes, Lonquimay and Chillan. The trip is designed for advanced skiers and snowboarders seeking backcountry touring terrain, with guides who really know where to find the goods. Off the slopes, warm southern Chilean hospitality, muscle relaxing hot springs, delicious food and outstanding wine offer the perfect way to unwind after daily adventures.

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Trip Highlights

  • Ski-in / tour-out lodges at Chillan and Corralco with hot springs and spas
  • Immerse in the friendly local culture of southern Chile while taking in the dazzling views of Chile’s Jurassic-like forests and volcanoes
  • 2 certified ski guides leading you to stellar off piste exploring and backcountry touring on classic Chile volcanoes
  • 6 guests maximum per trip equals more skiing
  • Embark on a beautiful road trip through Indigenous Mapuche farmland and small villages as we travel from Corralco to Chillan

Trip Highlights​

Itinerary

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  • Fly into Temuco, Chile (ZCO airport) by 9am
  • Meet the group
  • Travel through lush farm land and forests to Corralco ski resort
  • Check into Corralco Hotel and Spa
  • Afternoon skiing followed by mountain safety course
  • Group dinner at the hotel
  • daily breakfast buffet
  • 2 days of backcountry adventures beyond the ski resort
  • relax in the hotel's spa and pool
  • dinner at the hotel with red wine
  • depending on when we decide to travel, we should have time for either morning skiing at Corralco or later afternoon skiing upon arrival to Nevados de Chillan
  • breakfast
  • hotel check out
  • road journey north to our next destination; Nevados de Chillan Ski Resort
  • hotel check-in
  • dinner at the hotel
  • Group breakfast buffet at hotel
  • 3 more days of ski touring and split boarding out of the resort and on the volcanoes
  • Afternoons relaxing in the outdoor hot springs or comfortable hotel living areas and bar
  • Group dinner at resort with Chilean red wine
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Transfer to Carriel Sur Airport (CCP) in Concepcion for your flight to Santiago. 1 hour flight to meet your international departures
  • Please schedule your domestic flight from Concepcion after 1:30pm. If you plan on flying home today, please schedule your international departure after 8:00 pm

Is This Trip For Me?

guided trips

Designed for adventurous and advanced skiers and splitboarders keen on the best off-piste terrain at the resorts and backcountry touring. You will want to be in good physical shape, up for adventure, including the possibility of summiting some volcanoes if conditions allow. More on ability levels

Trip Essentials

Support
  • full-time, certified, bilingual guides with expert local knowledge
  • lift tickets
  • private ground transportation
  • all trip logistics
  • avalanche and mountain safety review
Accommodations
  • comfortable ski-in / tour-out mountain lodging, private bath
Meals
  • daily breakfast
  • dinners
  • Chilean red wine

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Accommodations

hotel corralco resort Lonquimay Volcano

Corralco Ski Resort

Ski-in / tour-out hotel located at the resort’s base and nestled in an ancient monkey puzzle forest with panoramic views of the Lonquimay Volcano. The hotel is modern and stylish, with a spacious lounge warmed by large fireplaces. Plenty amenities for off-slope relaxation including a gym, spa with indoor heated pool and outdoor hot tub offering breathtaking views of the volcano.

hotel alto nevados de chillan

Nevados de Chillan

Alto Nevados was built sustainably using recycled wood and using naturally sourced geothermal water to heat. The hotel is ideally located at the base of a lift. The hotel features an attractive wood-and-stone décor, but what makes it really special is the “hot springs” outdoor pool with natural mineralized water. Rooms all have a private bathroom, and there is a small gym and spa.

Book Trip Now

Explore 2 of the most stunning volcanoes in the southern Andes. Reserve your spot on this epic tour today.

Pricing Details at a Glance:

  • $4999 per person, based on twin or double share occupancy, private bath.
  • Solo Travelers: Will be paired with another same gender guest in a twin share room, private bath.
  • Privacy Please: Single rooms available for a $795 upgrade.
  • Payment: A 25% deposit plus any costs for optional extras is required at time of reservation. Final payments 90 days before trip departure.
Questions? Call us at 1-888-565-7158 or contact us via email.

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