Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival to Puerto Montt - Volcano Osorno

• Arrival at Puerto Montt airport at mid day, transfer to refugio Teski.
• The remainder of the day is available to rest and prepare for ski touring
• If arrival is before noon the group can go out to warm up the legs at the foot of the volcano.  

Day 2 : Osorno Volcano

• The group will go for that first summit, a volcano with about 1500 meters of elevation gain and and iconic view to start the trip.
• You will do most of it on skins and in the final section you will likely use crampons and ice axe.
• Enjoy perfect corn descent down the mountain, back to the hotel, followed by an incredible sunset view of the lake and the Pacific Ocean.
• The guide will drive you an hour and a half to the cabins at Hotel Puyehue.  

Day 3 : Casablanca Volcano

• Early breakfast and the group will go to Casablanca volcano.
• Casablanca is not a long volcano but very beautiful.
• You will ski the sunset and go to rest at the hotel and hot springs nearby.  

Day 4 : Travel to Pucon

• We keep on traveling! Now to the north. You will go to Pucón to enjoy the incredible forest and arrival to the Araucania region.
• It's a day to relax and soak up the local culture. The amazing monkey trees begin to appear here!
• If there is time and the group wants, you can do a mid day of backcountry skiing.
• Check into hotel 

Day 5 : Villarrica

• The iconic volcano Villarrica is an active volcano that smokes from its summit!
• 1,400 meters of elevation gain over terrain between 25 and 35 degrees.
• After an amazing ski descent, you will go straight down to a local barbecue/ asado to celebrate this incredible day.  

Day 6:

• It is time to continue traveling north to enter the mountains of the Araucania. About 2 hours of travel to the gorgeous Lonquimay volcano area.
• This will be a calm day to prepare for the next objective. If part of the team wants, you can make a half day of skinning.
• Stay at Hostal Cerrito.  

Day 7 : Ascent to the Llaima Volcano

• A beautiful ascent and ski down the stunning 3,125m Llaima volcano.

Day 8 : Volcan Lonquimay

• This incredible volcano located in the Andean Araucania mountain range and with the Corralco ski resort at its side will undoubtedly be the highlight of this trip.
• It is possible to ski inside the crater, return to the summit and descend the 1500 meters of slope directly to the hot springs!  

Day 9: Travel to Temuco airport

• Drive approximately 1.30 to Temuco airport, which has several flights at many hours directly to Santiago.

Rates, Inclusions & Add-Ons

2025 Rates

• rates include taxes
• base rate is USD but can be invoiced in your currency
• if you have a private group and want a bespoke tour, please get in contact to arrange details and a quote

• 8 nights lodging
• All meals and snacks
• Guided ski days by local, bilingual UIAGM-IFMGA certified Mountain Guide
• Transportation - & there are backup possibilities in case of bad weather or the whole team wants to do a city tour day or a day of rest and relaxation at the hot springs.

• Private room upgrade $ Depending on availability, please contact the team
• Ski / snowboard equipment rentals
• Activity e.g. day of heli skiing

• Flights - see options here
• Travel insurance - see options here
• Drinks

Esnativa Backcountry Terms & Conditions

Payments

• Single programs require full payment upon booking
• For longer programs, a 50% deposit is required at the time of reservation. The balance must be paid 5 weeks before the program starts.
• Bookings made less than 4 weeks before the trip starts must be accompanied by full payment.

After Booking

• Along with receipts, we will send a sample of our liability waiver for your signature upon meeting, and if necessary, an experience questionnaire. 

Booking Conditions

• Registration is subject to waiver completion and having travel insurance.

Changes and Cancellations

• Esnativa reserves the right to modify or cancel itineraries or services due to weather or other reasons, without penalty.
• We are not responsible for actions of third parties.
• In case of emergency, rescue costs may be the participant's responsibility.

Cancellation and Refunds

• Refund if Esnativa cancels.
• Penalties for client cancellation vary depending on notice period. 

Limitations of Liability

• We are not responsible for actions of independent suppliers.
• Changes to the itinerary may be made for passenger comfort. Timely notification of any necessary changes will be provided.

Acceptance of Terms and Conditions

• These terms must be accepted prior to being confirmed for the tour.