ski centers don’t stop in summer

From the south of Mendoza to Bariloche, five of the eight ski centers from Argentina are open this summer with proposals to enjoy landscapes, gastronomy and many mountain activities for the whole family. Come and see.

The Bariloche ski center is a great option this summer to experience the mountains with promotions in lifting means, draws, gastronomy and spectacular landscapes.

Can ascend to the highest sections of the mountainMonday to Saturday from 9:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., to contemplate the incredible views, enjoy mountain dishes or go trekking (round trip pass, $20,000 for adults and $16,000 for children).

By the Amancay cable car and the Diente de Caballo chairlift you reach 1,900 meters to, with views of the mountain range and Lake Nahuel Huapi, discover the nature of the high mountains with three short trekking circuits.

One is the Trekking to the Clouds, from the upper station of Diente de Caballo, which reaches the highest point of the hill, with views of Mount Tronador, the lakes and the mountains. You are guided and information about the hill and its surroundings is provided.

El trekking AmancayMeanwhile, it exceeds the altitudinal limit of the forest (more than 1,600 meters above sea level) and invites you to explore a steep terrain with basin headwaters, mallines and high plains. and the circuit Connection Viewpoint It runs through part of the cross-country ski sector, with a view of the central sector of the mountain and its ski slopes, through a forest of stunted lenga trees.

Before or after these walks, good gastronomy in paradores or high altitude refuges, each with its particular proposal and decks with impossible views.

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This ski paradise in southern Mendoza (80 km from Malargue) invites you to enjoy its spectacular landscapes with proposals that range from total relaxation (swimming pool, solarium, spa) to the adrenaline of activities with different degrees of demand.

The “softest” is the chairlift ride enjoying the views while ascending from the base and through Sector II of the mountain.

You can ascend (and descend) on the Vesta chairlift every day ($5,000 for seniors, $4,000 for minors), while others, such as Minerva or Vesta Caris connection (which includes a 15-minute trek) are day-to-day activities. week.

A great summer classic is horseback ridingwith options of one hour ($4,500 seniors, $3,500 minors), 2h 30′ ($6,000 and $5,000) and 3 hours $6,500, seniors only), or full day (with lunch and drink).

It is also a classic mountain bike along paths crossing streams. There is an initial level, lasting 2 hours ($5,000) and another advanced level, lasting 3 hours ($6,000), both along the Sitio Don Chicho circuit.

As to trekkingthere are also two levels: initial ($4,500 seniors, $3,500 minors), 1h 30′ along the La Morena circuit, and advanced ($5,500 and $4,500), with several circuits, such as Cueva India Embarazada, Mirador del Indio or Waste Valley.

A little more action requires the activity that combines zip line, climbing, rappelling and Command Bridge, with river crossing, climbing, balances and descents on rock walls. It lasts 4 hours and costs $12,000 for adults and $10,000 for minors. The zip line includes a river crossing by cable, and the Command Bridge, a double cable crossing.

There are also excursions, such as Well of the Souls ($12,000), with a round trip by bike and return by vehicle, trekking along yellow firewood trails and descending to the well, learning about myths and legends. Lasts 3 hours.

That day Cavern of the Tunduques, which consists of exploring a natural cavity in the valley, between stalactites and stalagmites. It lasts 3 hours, costs $8,000 and includes mountain biking, river crossing, climbing and rappelling.

He raftingMeanwhile, it is designed for the family and does not require prior experience for its 6 km raft (20 minutes, grade 2). With professional guides, informative talk and equipment ($12,000).

Chapelco Summer 2024 proposes “a mountain of activities” to enjoy the mountain range nearly San Martín de los Andes and with different levels of difficulty.

For example, him Andean slide, to descend the slope in a cart that slides along an 800-meter-long structure. It is the most chosen activity, and includes going up the chairlift ($7,000).

Going up to the Intermediate platform you reach the “La Carpa 1600” hostelwith good gastronomy and a great view (cable car, $15,000 higher, $12,000 lower).

He Bike Park It is one of the great forts of Chapelco, with 7 circuits of all levels that can be enjoyed unlimitedly, with gondola lifts ($18,000).

There is also a mountain bike tour with guides and quotas that include cable car ascent, bicycle and helmet ($20,000).

Furthermore, a MTB Clinicto learn or perfect the technique with a specialized instructor (Saturdays, $28,000), and “MTB Women’s Friday”, so that they are perfected ($18,000).

Las horseback ridingMeanwhile, they go from platform 1600 to 1700 along trails in the forest (with quotas. $20,000), with ascent by cable car to platform 1600.

You can fly in paragliding ($45,000, with reservation and depending on weather conditions, make draws of 1.5 or 2 hours with a guide ($17,500) or visit the cabin of the Huskies Foreston platform 1600, with guided tours of the Alaskan and Siberian Huskies reserve.

Other options are lectureto climb two 8-meter walls, one straight and the other at an inclined angle, with a harness and safety elements ($7,000); ziplinea “flight” of almost 100 meters (two descents, $7,000) and Mini golf to share with family or friends ($7,000).

For who If you want to visit the base, take photos and enjoy the gastronomy, there are Wenüy Refugio de Montaña, Mujica’s Café and Parador La Base. Everything is open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; On Sundays only cable car, Bike Park and horseback riding.

Chairlift ascent, Bayo Day, bike ride, bike park and canopy are the activities offered by the boutique ski center located in Villa La Angostura, Neuquén.

Los chairlift lifts main are from Tuesday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ($18,000 for seniors, $13,500 for minors from 6 to 11 and seniors from 65 to 69; $2,000 for ages 0 to 5 and $3,600 for seniors over 70), with a mountain hike (two options: Mirador de Lagos, 1h 30′ and medium difficulty; and Through the forest; 45′ and low difficulty).

He paseo en mountain bike With guides, travel a medium-level circuit, at low speed and with stops at panoramic points. Includes ascent by means of lift and insurance (not bike rental). It is for ages 12 and up and costs $19,000 (Tuesday to Friday 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. at the base of the hill).

Another option is the Bike Park For experts, a circuit in the middle of the forest whose pass consists of ascent on the chairlift and free descents (Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.). The one-day pass costs $20,000; 2 days, $35,000; 3 days, $52,000 (discounts for residents of Patagonia).

He canopy It proposes to travel more than 1,200 meters in 8 sections through the forest, with crossings over the Bonito River. It is for ages 5 and up and costs $16,000 (10% family discount promo; reservations, +54 9 294 477 6580).

Finally, the option Day in Cerro Bayo (Tuesday to Friday, prior reservation) includes transfers from Villa La Angostura, ascent on the Principal chairlift, a guided walk in the 1500 area and another self-guided walk to the Bonito River waterfall (Rucan Turismo, 0294-4475263).

The main product offered by the new ski center located 35 km south of San Martín de los Andes, in the imposing landscape of the Lanín National Park and on the Route of the 7 Lakes, is the quadruple chairlift ascent ($10,000 major, $8,000 minor) to the intermediate area of ​​the mountain, from where they depart self-guided trekking circuitsof all levels.

There’s also horseback riding with Baquean guides for one hour ($20,000), two hours ($40,000) or all day ($100,000, lunch included), as well as the electric bike outings; and at the base, a resto-bar in an amazing landscape.