Cerro Castillo Trekking

Magellanica Guides connects 3 to 5 volcanoes in a brilliant off-piste skiing, -Out of Bounds-, in the Araucania region.

Late winter and spring are the ideal time for ski touring on the snow covered volcanoes of the Argentine/Chilean lakes district. We will spend nine days traveling, climbing and skiing pristine slopes, surrounded by some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Andes.

Best time to go	August through October
Program length	Rango: 7 day
Activity level	MODERATE The Terrain: a day over rolling terrain on a variety of surfaces (grass, sand, scree, snow). Most days, one or two steeper climbs to spectacular viewpoints or places of interest— enough that you can dine later like royalty with a clear conscience. 1 to 3 ft waves/or 30 ͦsnow slopes, most of the time with a solid day-pack. The Traveller: “I go on a good walk once a week, and I don’t mind a little sweat—as long as it’s duly rewarded!” CHALLENGING The Terrain: 11-15 km (7-10 mi.) a day over fairly hilly terrain offering lots of challenges (boulder fields, snow/ice fields. Routes are along high meadow paths and/or well-maintained cliffside or alpine trails, with a few steep ascents to make you feel invigorated. 6+ ft waves on sea or lakes and up to 40 ͦsnow slopes carrying a 34lbs pack approximately. The Traveller: “I hike quite regularly, and I want to have a good workout each day. I don’t want to miss the historical and cultural stuff, but I also don’t need to be at the spa by 4:00.”
What is included	In addition, a private specialized Magellanica® “Lead Guide” is staffed on each trip to sort out logistical/technical matters and to monitor every step of the journey. Services of a Magellanica® host throughout the journey for continual monitoring of your journey by the Magellanica® team. The team is on call 24-hours a day during a trip. Entrance fees & permits. All ground transportation and private transfers. 3 to 4* accommodations at fine hotel or boutique lodge. 3* standard accommodations at a centrally located hotel in town. Mountain Huts. Snacks on the field. Specific technical equipment or otherwise specified for paddling, mountaineering, snowshoeing climbing & backcountry skiing. A Magellanica® suggested packing list to be sent prior to departure The participant-guide ratio may vary from 2:1 to 6:1, depending on the group size and activities. Domestic flights and international flights upon request. Personal gear, please request our suggested equipment/packing list
What is not included	International Flights & Domestic Flights In-town and/or in transit restaurant meals Alcoholic beverages or otherwise specified Evacuation and early departure associated costs Skis, boots and avalanche gear: shovel/probe and beacon