Las Leñas Ski Adventure
Backcountry Ski Touring and Splitboarding
Welcome to Argentina’s big mountain Mecca – Las Leñas backcountry. Home to some of the best lift assisted backcountry on Earth, we will spend a week touring and exploring the steeps and famous terrain that has put Las Leñas ski resort in the spotlight for decades. September is prime season for ski touring and splitboarding in Las Leñas – you’ll earn your turns with our local guides team, followed by relaxing afternoons at our hotel’s heated pool and spa. Your day does not end there. Dinners are hosted each night featuring local fare and savory desserts. For the night owls, you can check out the casino, bars and discos in the lively Las Leñas Village.
Trip Highlights
- Earn your turns via the ultimate lift assisted backcountry access in South America
- Skip the lift lines with our lift line priority pass
- Spicy couloirs, alpine ramps, super spines
- Stay in the comfortable ski-in/ski-out Piscis Hotel
- Recharge at the hotel’s spa and heated pool
Trip Highlights
Itinerary
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- Fly into San Rafael airport (AFA), private transfer to Las Leñas
- Check in and meet your PowderQuest guides at the Piscis Hotel and Spa
- Trip intro and prep for tomorrow’s safety review and 1st day on the mountain
- Group welcome dinner with your friendly ski guides
- Daily breakfast at our hotel
- 6 days lift assisted ski touring between dramatic granite spires and steep powder filled chutes
- Unwind after skiing at our hotel's pool and spa
- Nightly hosted dinners by your guides
- Apres-ski and nightlife? The village of Las Leñas is famous for parties. Just be sure to get home in time to ski!
- Breakfast included at the hotel
- Say farewell to your guides and new amigos
- Return private transfer to San Rafael Airport to begin your travels home
- Want to extend your trip? No problemo. Check-out suggestions in the “FAQs” below
Is This Trip For Me?
You should be in very good shape and confident skiing steep and varied terrain and snow conditions, including powder and hard pack. Participants must ski ungroomed black diamond runs without hesitation and have moderate ski touring or splitboarding experience, including efficient transitions, skinning steep terrain, and executing kick turns. Snowboarders should maintain speed on flats, hold a solid traverse line, and maneuver smoothly to keep the group moving, sometimes using ski poles for assistance. You should be comfortable climbing 800-1,000 meters (2,600-3,300 feet) per day in multiple ascents, with the ability to handle 1,200-1,500 meters (4,000-4,900 feet) at high altitude. More on ability levels
Trip Essentials
- 2 full-time, bilingual guides. Lead guide is a Ski Guide certified by the ACMG or IFMGA. Assistant guide is a Las Lenas local since 2005, certified by the Canadian Ski Guides Association
- Dedicated bilingual support office, ensuring seamless logistics and extra peace of mind throughout your adventure
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- Lift tickets
- Priority lift line access
- Avalanche and mountain safety course
- Private round trip airport pick up / drop off San Rafael Airport
- Ski-in/ski-out hotel with twin share rooms/private bath (single room upgrades available)
- Spa and pool
- Daily breakfast
- Hosted dinners each evening
- Mineral water
- Wine, carefully selected by our guides to enhance every dinner
- Travel insurance
- Flights
- Lunch
- Personal expenses such as beverages outside of included dinner wine, discretionary gratuities for your guides
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FAQs:
- When is the best time to come for the best conditions? August through September offers the most consistent powder, typically delivering peak snow and fewer crowds.
- Is there Wi-Fi in the lodge? Yes, the hotel offers reliable Wi-Fi so you can stay connected.
- Where are the other guests from and what is their backcountry experience? Guests join us from around the world, mostly from North America, Europe, and Australia. Expect a mix of advanced to expert skiers and riders who are comfortable on varied terrain and up for the daily touring adventures as described in the Is This Trip For Me section on this page.
- How much currency should I bring for extras like lunch etc.? While most of your expenses are covered, plan on around USD $30–$50 per day for lunches, snacks, and après-ski. Credit cards are accepted in most places, but having some Argentine pesos is handy for smaller stops.
- Can you help me extend my stay? Yes. We specialize in ski resort bookings and other unique excursions such as vineyard tours, Easter Island, Santiago, Buenos Aires and more.
Accommodations
Las Lenas Hotels
Ski-in/ski-out, Piscis Hotel and Spa is located in the heart of the Las Leñas village. Features a modern health club with spa, sauna, jacuzzi, massage therapists, and an indoor and outdoor pool to unwind after a day of backcountry touring in Las Leñas.
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This is a once in a lifetime backcountry trip to Las Leñas. Let our expert guides take you to the mind blowing Andes terrain you’ve only dreamed about.
Pricing Details: (in USD)
- $5795 per person, shared twin room with private bath
- Solo travelers are comfortably paired with another guest of the same gender whenever possible
- Optional private room: $1095 (limited availability)
- Deposit: 25% to confirm your reservation
- Final balance due 90 days prior to departure
Questions? Call us at 1-307-213-9094 or contact us via email.