HELISKIING IN THE ANDES, CHILE
Ski the High Andes of Santiago de Chile area
HELISKIING IN THE ANDES
Ski the High Andes of Santiago de Chile
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TRIP
TRIP DETAILS
The High Andes of Southamerica and the entire Patagonia in Argentina and Chile offers huge solitude, big glacieated mountains, undiscovered ski terrain, remote locations with dramatic peaks excellent for ski touring, backcountry skiing and heliskiing.
The idea of Andescross offering Heliski trips along the Andes is to be able to share with you two main areas:
The High Andes of Mendoza/ Santiago de Chile and the area of Patagonia and the Lake Districts nearby San Carlos de Bariloche.
Also we would love to show and guide you the Central Patagonia area that offers so much remoteness and first descents, but for this area since helicopter is not located “in situ” we can only offer it on specific demand, generally have been done for ski film crews only. This last option is possible but pricey.
We co-work with 2 main heliski operations, one based in Santiago de Chile and one in San Carlos de Bariloche, the gateway to Patagonia.
Important:
We guide our own clients using others heliski operation logistics.
Price wise is exactly the same, there are not “on top fees” doing it through us. The only difference is if you want to ski with us since we did some adventures together in the past or because you have heard about our team and reputation along this last 12 years. The reasons to come with us are that we are one of the few companies with full UIAGM-IFMGA guides in Southamerica, Argentina and Chile, and our passion for skiing had taken us World wide guiding experiencing remote locations like Antarctica , Northern Fiords of Norway, Chugach and Wrangells-Saint Elias range in Alaska, Swiss and French Alps and of course Patagonia.
Call your friends, email us, sharp your edges, wax your babies and board the chopper with our team, you will not regret enjoying your vertical meters with us!
Groups are formed by minimum 4 participants guided by some of the best UIAGM-IFMGA Mountain guides in Argentina/ Chile.
Safety:
Your safety is our highest priority. That’s why our guides are top professionals who know the region extremely well. They are specially trained in avalanche forecasting, terrain and snow pack evaluation, rescue and medical emergency techniques. Their expertise and enthusiasm will ensure that your skiing is both enjoyable and as safe as possible.
ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival at Santiago’s airport
Pick up and Transfer to our base Tobalaba’s Aerodromo
Meeting with Andescross & Andes Heliboarding Team
Program of the week
Security briefing, layout of the gear (ski or snowboard and safety equipment)
Transfer to Lodge Andino with a possible warm up on the way
At the end of the heliski day, landing at the lodge
Welcome Drink
Accommodation in the room
Presentation of the amenities and the team of the lodge
Possible activities in the afternoon: Horse-riding, trekking, rafting, kayaking, mountain bike, spa, massages, etc
Dinner and night at the lodge
Day 2 to 6: Heliski around the Lodge Andino
Heliski day starting from the lodge
Gourmet Snack during the day
Arrival to the lodge at the end of the heliski days
After ski Gourmet
*Possible stop at the Hot springs at the end of the day
Possible activities in the afternoon: Horseback-riding, trekking, rafting, kayaking, mountain bike, yoga, etc
Dinner and night at the lodge
Day 7: Heliski on the way back to Santiago
Breakfast
Heliski day
Gourmet Snack during the heliski day
Landing at the Titanium Tower’s helipad in Santiago
Transfer by ground transportation from Titanium to Ritz-Carlton Hotel Possible afternoon activities: Chill out, spa, shopping, city tour, etc
Dinner in one of our favorite restaurants in Santiago
Night at the hotel
Day 8: Departure day
Breakfast
Transfer to the Airport by ground End of services.
INSURANCE AND CANCELLATIONS
INSURANCES
Before departure, we suggest our clients purchase trip or holiday cancellation insurance as well as medical, personal and travel insurance to cover you while skiing in Chile. The insurances should include the emergency by helicopter evacuation.
WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND GLOBAL RESCUE : https://partner.globalrescue.com/andescross/index.html
CANCELATION & REFUND
In case of bad weather or any external reason that doesn’t allow us to fly, half of the remaining hours of flight will be refunded at a rate of USD 2 850 or saved as credit hours for next season
No refund in case of cancellation during the trip. If it is because of injury, illness or similar Andes Heliboarding will write a letter to the client’s insurance company
No refunds for cancellations before arrival date.
If any cancellation is requested within more than 30 days before arrival date we can move the trip for next season with a penalty of 15% of the total amount
If any cancellation is requested within less than 30 days before arrival date we can move the trip for next season with a penalty of 30% of the total amount
If any cancellation is requested within less than 15 days before arrival date there is no chance to reschedule the trip
INCLUDES
- 1 Semi-Private Charter
- 1 Helicopter Ecureuil AS-350 B3 for 1 group of 8 people12 hours of flight : 6 Heliski days with 12 hours of flight per helicopter
- 2 IFMGA guides
- Safety Equipment (ABS Airbag packs with avalanche transceiver devices, shovel and probe)
- Gourmet snack during heliski days
- Snowboard and ski loan
- Take off and landing at the Titanium Tower’s helipad
- Back up: refueling Truck on the different Heliski zones
- 1 Night at Ritz-Carlton in Double Room with breakfast
- 6 Nights at Lodge Andino: Double Room full board
- Full board at the lodge (snack for lunch during the heliski days): Hot Springs entrance
- Road Assistance for luggage and staff
- Pick up and drop off at the airport
Not Included
- “Ride with a Star” Expenses and Fee
- Extra activities in case of bad weather: City Tour, Valparaiso, Winery Tours, skipass, etc…
- Video Shooting and Private Edition
- Extra cameras: Red Camera, Cineflex
- Personal expenses and meals which are not included in the Hotels
- Drinks and therapies at the Lodge
- International Flight
- Insurances
If you are interested in one of these extra services, let us know and we will send you a quotation.
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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
70% RATE OF RETURNING CLIENTS FOR OVER 10 YEARS
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