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Backcountry Skiing in Argentina

More than 3000 km of excellent snow quality, await you in Argentina!

From the Midwest of the country to the last portion of land in the province of Tierra del Fuego, Argentina opens its doors from June to early September to thousands of skiers from all over the world. Protected by the Andes mountain range, in Argentina you will find the most varied plans to enjoy extraordinary backcountry skiing experiences with the best local guides. Ski in Mendoza: home of Aconcagua, the highest peak in the world outside the Himalayas. Descend through the adrenaline-filled slopes of the Neuquén volcanoes. Make incredible turns in Baguales and in the Nahuel Huapi National Park in Bariloche, or go further south in search of great memories in the Perito Moreno Glacier, the Ice Cap Field, Ushuaia and even the Antarctic area, crossing the Drake Passage. There is no doubt that in Argentina there are backcountry skiing options for everyone! Take your pick from our selection of guided tours below.
 
 
 
 
 

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There are many reasons for choosing Backcountry Skiing in Argentina

It is located in Bariloche (province of Rio Negro) and is the largest ski center in South America, with 1200 skiable hectares that include forests, canyons and off-piste skiing areas, as well as more than 60 tracks and paths. The contact with nature is inmediate, as well as the love you will feel for its landscapes.

 

Good to know:

Country Code

+54

Language

Spanish

Currency

Argentine peso

Best time to visit

June to September

How to get there

There are international airports in almost all the provinces of the country. The most frequent and direct connections are in Buenos Aires, from where you can connect with the rest of the country through flights that do not exceed 3 hours

Weather

The north of the country is warmer than the south, where there are snowfalls during most of the winter, from June to August. The climatic conditions near the Andes are windy and dry. As we move away from there, the weather becomes wetter and rainier, especially in autumn, from March to June

More info about Backcountry Skiing in Argentina:

Comfort and friendliness, features of Argentina In Argentina, there are excellent networks of mountain huts for those who wish to venture into backcountry ski experiences for several days in the outskirts. You will find good accommodations to spend the night and meet new friends, in Mendoza, San Juan, Neuquén, Rio Negro, Santa Cruz, Chubut, Tierra del Fuego and more. The hospitality of its people is another highlight. Because Argentina is a very important tourist center in the region, you will also meet people from all over the world, which will make your experience culturally much more exciting

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