Ski Resorts in Chile

Ever fancied making a trip into the unknown and taking a skiing holiday is a country that you wouldn't think had skiing facilities at all? Well, now you can. Welcome to skiing in Chile. Widely accepted as the number one country for skiing in South America, Chile has a reputation amongst those in the know as being one of the most under-rated skiing areas in the world.

Skiing in the Chilean Andes is something very special, and if you a real enthusiast this is something you will want to do at least once. The clear blue skies and glistening snow make this a true winter wonderland. Being in the Southern hemisphere, their seasons are obviously out of sync with ours, and if you aren't a sun lover but want to escape yet another dismal British winter, a ski package to Chile will be just up your street.

What Is The Atmosphere Like?

The South Americans are real party people, and as you would expect from any resort in this area the entertainment take precedence. Fabulous restaurants, numerous bars, clubs, discos, entertainment venues the atmosphere is chilled and laid back but with a tangible buzz in the air at anticipation of the night to come, and all that it has to offer.

Who Will Enjoy It?

Whether you are a complete novice or a serious skier, there is the perfect slope for you in Chile. The ski schools are excellent, the lifts reliable and guaranteed snow in the higher echelons of the Andes. There are great snowboarding facilities too so you can try your hand at this if you fancy a break from flying down the piste.

How Many Resorts Are There?

There are many choices of resorts in Chile, spread evenly along the great expanse of the Andes. The best served ones sit in the area classed as the central zone; Portillo, La Parva, Valle Nevado, Termas de Chillan and El Colorado/Farellones. These resorts all maintain their own runs, have ski classes and equipment hire. Valle Nevado, El Colorado and Portillo also have their own snow making machines should the fall be less than expected.

Staying In Chile

If you choose to stay in Portillo you are entering a very elite club. The Portillo Hotel accommodates 450 guests in consummate luxury, and these guests have exclusive access to the slopes in the resort. This is the last word in winter luxury and a stay here is truly a trip of a lifetime. Elsewhere, you will find various hotels, all of a very high standard to suit most budgets.

Getting Here

The best thing to do is to fly into Santiago. 2 hours from the airport is Portillo ski resort and an even shorter distance are the ski resorts of Farellones, Colorado, La Parva and Valle Nevado.