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July 4 2024

Ski the best slopes in Chile

Turavion Incoming Central Chile, News, South, Lakes & Volcanoes Araucania, Los Lagos Region, ski resorts, winter holidays, winter sports

Traveling to Chile during the winter months offers a fantastic opportunity to explore its numerous ski resorts. The snow season typically lasts from mid-June to mid-September, with the prime skiing period from July to August when the snow conditions are optimal.

Experience the thrill of climbing the Andes Mountains and discovering Chile’s snowy paradise. Ski the best slopes in South America, perfect for both beginners and experienced skiers alike.

Discover some of Chile’s top ski resorts with us …

SKI RESORTS IN CENTRAL CHILE:

Portillo:
located 2,850 meters above sea level, on the International Highway between Santiago (Chile) and Mendoza (Argentina). It’s the most famous and oldest ski center in South America.

La Parva:
located in a very beautiful area, 38 kilometers from Santiago. La Parva has a beautiful view to the valley of Santiago.

Nevados de Chillán (Mountain Resort & Thermal Spa):
located 82 kilometres from Chillán. Here you will find excellent snow quality while enjoying the stunning surroundings with native forests, thermal pools and mountain-style hotels.

El Colorado/Farellones:
located in the Andes Mountain Range only 36 kilometers from Santiago. It’s an ideal ski center for families and young people.

Valle Nevado:
located a few kilometers from the ski resorts La Parva and El Colorado, forming “The Three Valleys of the Andes”. Valle Nevado has some of the highest quality snow in Chile, because of its location at 3 thousand meters of height.

SKI RESORTS IN THE ARAUCANIA REGION:

In the Araucania region in the south of the country, about 700 km south of Santiago and 100 km from the city of Temuco, you can ski in the Corralco ski center inside the Malalcahuello-Nalcas National Reserve, on the slopes of the Lonquimay volcano. It has become a popular destination for winter holidays in Chile. You will find there hot springs, waterfalls, national parks and plenty of snow in the ski area.

Ski Pucón Resort is also located in the Araucania region and is one of the most modern ski centres in the south of the country. It is only 20 minutes from Pucón , with excellent infrastructure for skiing and snowboarding.

SKI RESORT IN THE LAKE DISTRICT:

In this region you will find the Antillanca Ski Center, 98 km from Osorno. It is located in the Puyehue National Park, right at the foot of the Casablanca volcano.

Find more information about Chile’s main ski resorts here.

February 19 2024

Torres del Paine in low season – worth the trip

Turavion Incoming News, Southern Patagonia Patagonia, Torres del Paine, winter holidays

Is it worth visiting the Torres del Paine National Park in Chilean autumn and winter? We say yes and tell you some of the advantages at this time of year.

Autumn in the southern hemisphere starts in March and winter is from June to September. It is of course colder in Patagonia than in the summer time, but it also offers many benefits to the visitor to travel to Torres del Paine National Park in low season.

More stable weather and stunning landscapes

There are fewer weather fluctuations as the wind is much lower than during the other months. There is also less rainfall in the park between June and October.

Due to the decrease in wind, the sky is much clearer in the winter time and the visitor has an incredible view of the natural landscape and the snow-capped mountains reflected in the now calmer waters of the lakes. Winter is simply the perfect time to take the most beautiful pictures in Torres del Paine National Park.

The chance of seeing wildlife is greater in the autumn and winter months

Wildlife watching enthusiasts will prefer to visit the park during this time of the year, as there are fewer visitors in the park and animals such as pumas and possibly even huemules can be better observed this way.

Fewer visitors and cheaper prices

The lower number of visitors to the park is a great advantage if you decide to visit Torres del Paine at this time of year. This allows you to enjoy the tranquillity of nature to the full and, for example, to immerse yourself completely in these unique landscapes during a hike.
In addition, the prices for domestic flights and accommodation are significantly cheaper in the low season.

Turavion recommends the hotel Lago Grey during low season. The hotel will be open from May 1st to September 30th offering All Inclusive and Bed and Breakfast accommodations. Guests have the availability of the Grey III Catamaran with confirmed departures twice a week for sailing circuits around the Grey Glacier. Tours to Los Pingüinos Natural Monument on Magdalena Island are available between April 1st and October 30th on board the catamaran Fiordos del Sur.

Travelling Patagonia is stunning in autumn and winter. During autumn, colorful foliage paints the landscape. As winter sets in, snow blankets the park, creating a serene atmosphere. Activities like hiking, horseback riding, and ice climbing offer unique experiences. Whether you prefer vibrant autumn hues or snowy winter landscapes, Torres del Paine promises unforgettable memories in every season.

For more information contact your Travel Consultant or incoming@turavion.com