The Chile Private Ski Experience
Private Ski Journey · Andes, Chile
The Chile Private Ski Experience
Southern-hemisphere powder, June to October
Summer in the north, winter in the Andes · A Plume Ridge coach with you throughout · Airport to slope, fully arranged
SEASON · JUNE — OCTOBER · NOW BOOKING 2027WhatsApp · Request a Proposal Email Us
When every other ski resort is closed, the Andes are at their best
From June to October, the high peaks of central Chile — 3,000 metres and above — are in full winter. The main resorts sit just 1.5 to 3 hours from Santiago, entirely above the treeline, with the wide-open terrain national teams choose for summer training. Plume Ridge designs every trip from scratch: group size, dates, resorts, hotels and coaching are all built around you.
Jun – OctThe opposite of the northern season; mid-July to early September is prime, with August the most reliable for powder
1.5 – 3 hDrive time from Santiago to the main resorts — coffee in the city, first lift by noon
3,000 m+Base elevation at Valle Nevado; vast open bowls and off-piste above the treeline
450 guestsPortillo's weekly maximum, with a staff-to-guest ratio of about 1 : 1
1,500 mVertical on a single Andes heli-ski run — among the longest anywhere in the world (optional)
Four resorts, four characters
Photos show Plume Ridge students at resorts in Japan; photos of the Chilean resorts are coming soon.
Valle NevadoModern · Ski-in / Ski-out · Heli
Valle Nevado — Chile's most modern resort
- 46 km from Santiago · about 1.5 h
- Base 3,000 m · lifts to about 3,670 m
- Linked with La Parva and El Colorado
The heart of Tres Valles, South America's largest interconnected ski area. The ski-in / ski-out Hotel Valle Nevado has only 50 rooms, a spa and several restaurants; the ski school teaches in English, and heli-skiing departs from here. Ideal for a first trip to Chile and for anyone who wants to sleep beside the piste.
PortilloLegendary · Lakeside · All-inclusive
Portillo — the legend of South American skiing
- Opened 1949 · the continent's oldest resort
- Host of the 1966 Alpine World Championships
- Hotel Portillo at 2,880 m
The yellow Hotel Portillo sits on the shore of Laguna del Inca and is the only hotel on the mountain — never more than 450 guests a week. Ski Weeks run Saturday to Saturday and include four meals a day and lift access. Ideal for a fully immersive week away from everything, and for families. About 160 km from Santiago, 2–3 hours by car.
La Parva · El ColoradoExpert terrain · Family · Après-ski
La Parva & El Colorado — expert lines and family ease
- Linked with Valle Nevado
- La Chimenea couloir
- Lodging in Farellones village
La Parva offers wide freeride terrain and the famous La Chimenea couloir for advanced and expert skiers; El Colorado, one of Chile's largest resorts, sits beside Farellones village with the widest choice of lodging and the best après-ski — a natural fit for families and groups of friends.
Nevados de ChillánVolcano · Tree skiing · Hot springs
Nevados de Chillán — volcano, trees and hot springs
- Southern Chile · beneath an active volcano
- One of the few Chilean resorts with tree skiing
- A longer season than the central resorts
Ski beneath a smoking volcano, with natural hot springs and a spa at the base; August brings the best powder. For guests who already know the central resorts and want wilder terrain and a longer season — easily combined with the Santiago resorts into a complete 12–14 day Chilean winter.
Where we usually start
These are starting points only. Duration, resorts, hotel category and coaching are redesigned for every group.
A — The Andes Powder Week Signature
7 days / 6 nights · Valle Nevado · 2 – 6 guests
Day 1Arrive in Santiago, private transfer, five-star hotel in the city to settle in and acclimatise
Days 2 – 6Five nights ski-in / ski-out at Valle Nevado, daily private coaching with your Plume Ridge coach (half or full day), lunch and dinner reservations
Day 6 (optional)Heli-skiing, or a Tres Valles day linking all three resorts
Day 7Return to Santiago, private tasting at a Casablanca or Maipo Valley winery, airport transfer
B — Two Resorts, One Journey
10 – 12 days · Valle Nevado + Portillo
Valle Nevado3 – 4 nights: modern lifts, spa, heli-skiing
PortilloA Saturday-to-Saturday Ski Week: all-inclusive lodging and four meals a day, lake views and steep lines
SantiagoOne night between the two, with restaurant reservations and the city
C — The Family Ski Holiday
7 – 9 days · El Colorado / Farellones or family suites at Valle Nevado
LessonsAdults' private coaching and children's lessons run separately, same resort, same hours
LodgingConnecting rooms, heated pool, direct access to the slopes
Off-snow daysSledding and tubing, Santiago, and the coast at Valparaíso
D — Southern Exploration
7 – 14 days · Nevados de Chillán (can be combined with the central resorts)
TerrainTree skiing and volcanic terrain with off-piste guidance from your Plume Ridge coach
RecoveryHot springs every day, and the village of Las Trancas at the base
What's included
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Your Plume Ridge coach
A certified Plume Ridge coach travels with you throughout (English, Mandarin, Cantonese), with training goals set before departure.
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Lodging
Ski-in / ski-out mountain hotels and five-star hotels in Santiago.
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Private transfers
Airport and mountain transfers with drivers who know the switchbacks and winter chain requirements.
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On the mountain
Lift tickets, equipment rental or sourcing, private-lesson slots, heli-skiing (optional).
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Dining & experiences
Restaurant reservations on the mountain and in Santiago, private winery tastings, city guiding.
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Travelling host
Real-time coordination and translation for the whole trip.
International flights, travel insurance and personal expenses are not included; we are happy to advise on routings and insurance.
Who this is for
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Skiers who don't want to stop in summer
Keep your snow legs through the year and arrive in Niseko in December already progressing.
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Those who have done Japan and the Alps
A completely different season, terrain and landscape.
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Families and groups of friends
Your own team leading the way — no researching resorts, transfers or logistics. Best for 2 – 8 guests.
How to book
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Enquire
Tell us by WhatsApp or email your group size, date range, skiing level and preferences.
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Custom proposal
A draft itinerary and quotation within 3 working days, refined until it is right.
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Confirm & travel
A deposit secures hotels and coaches; you receive a complete travel handbook before departure.
We recommend booking 4 – 6 months ahead. Portillo Ski Weeks and peak-season Valle Nevado (mid-July to August) regularly sell out.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa?
Most passports — including Hong Kong SAR, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, the United States, the United Kingdom, EU countries and Australia — enter Chile visa-free for up to 90 days. Holders of a PRC passport with a valid US or Canadian visa (more than six months' validity) also enter visa-free; otherwise a Chilean visa is required in advance. Requirements change, so we confirm them for your passport before you book.
How do I get there?
Santiago (SCL) has nonstop flights from major hubs in the United States and Europe. From Asia, allow roughly 22 – 26 hours with one stop, via Sydney, Melbourne or Auckland, or via Dallas or Los Angeles. We recommend a first night in Santiago before heading up the mountain.
Will the altitude be a problem?
The hotels at Valle Nevado sit at about 3,000 m and Hotel Portillo at 2,880 m. Most guests adjust with an easy first day and plenty of water; we deliberately keep your first ski day short.
Can beginners join?
Yes. Coaching is what Plume Ridge does — from first turns to advanced technique — and different levels within one family can be taught separately at the same resort, at the same time.
Which month is best?
August for powder; early September for sunshine, spring snow and fewer people. July is the South American school holiday, so the resorts are busier and prices higher.
Tell us your dates and how many of you there are
We will take care of the rest. Replies within 3 working days.
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