Patagonia is known as the “land of contrasts” where legends abound having developed over the passing of time. This is a region where the glaciers reach down to temperate forests and where massive granite walls rise from vast deserts that stretch as far as the eye can see. Explorers such as Darwin and Eric Shipton were fascinated by this part of the planet - one of those rare places to remain wild and pure. It is a real paradise for adventurers and travelers.

October, the southern hemisphere spring, is the ideal time to ski the slopes of the Bariloche volcanoes - the area between Argentina and Chile. We will take advantage of a 14-day trip to climb 6 summits and ski untracked slopes against the back drop of the most stunning scenery in Patagonia. We will ski one off-piste run after another staying in cosy hotels and mountain huts where we will experience the lifestyle and sample the exceptional cuisine of the region.

We will be skiing on tow different areas – 3 day on the Argantina side and 3 days on the chile side. One day to move fron one area to the other. This will give us time to explore these two incredible countries. Our journey will take us via lakes, vast forests, untracked mountains and national parks. Skiers can even bring their non-skiing partners along as this trip is wonderful even if you are not skiing. On the days that we ski, a guide will organize a hike (on foot) to explore the area below the snow-line for people who does not ski.

The trip will finish with a weekend in the vibrant town of Buenos Aires.

FEATURES OF THE TRIP

The highlights : The wild beauty of this unspoiled natural environment.

                    The quality of skiing.

                    The inimitable welcome of the Argentineans and Chileans.

                    The wonderful food - especially the steaks.

                    The surprisingly good quality wine! 

Best time of the year : End of September beginning of November

Dates : Sunday 18 October to Saturday 31 October 2009

Number of days away : 14

Number of days skiing : 6

Level : For competent skiers and ski tourers.

Number of participants : 6 - 7 people + 1 guide            

Accommodation : Good quality hotels  and  mountain huts.

Formalities : French citizens need a passport which is valid for more than 6 months.

Equipment to be carried : All the routes can be completed with a day pack. Travel bags are transported by minibus.

Local transport : Private minibuses are used for all transfers during the trip.

PRICE :  € 2750  per person  excluding flights. + Flights to Buenos Aires then Bariloche.

                At the time we planned the trip, tickets cost approximately € 850.

Signing up : To sign up for one of the trips offered, please write to us or email us with: your name,  address, telephone   

                      number, name and dates of the trip you wish to join and your deposit  cheque.

                      You will receive a detailed specification sheet of the program accompanied with a registration form on      

                      which the payment methods will be indicated.

Air Travel : Please ask us for more information.

Further information : A specification sheet outlining the trip itinerary and list of equipment you need to bring is            

                                      available on request via email.