Ski mountaineering day on the Lonquimay volcano (2,865m), near Pucón

Join an IFMGA-certified mountain guide for a ski mountaineering adventure in Chile. Climb to the top of the Lonquimay volcano and ski on its fabulous slopes!

Private

Andes

1 Day

Aug - Oct

High

Intermediate

Highlights

* Discover a famous ski mountaineering destination of South America.

* Climb to the top of the Lonquimay volcano with an expert local guide.

* Ski on top-quality powder snow enjoying panoramic views of the Andes.

Description

Would you like to climb an amazing volcano in the Chilean Patagonia and ski all the way to its base? Then come to Pucón for an unforgettable alpine experience in the Lonquimay!

The Lonquimay Volcano (2,856m) is in the Malalcahuello District, in La Araucanía Region of southern Chile. Standing at 223km from Pucon, and surrounded by a unique landscape, this cone shaped stratovolcano is one of the best ski mountaineering destinations in the Andes.

Our day trip starts with a 3,45h-drive from Pucón to the Lonquimay ski center, also known as Corralco base. The ascent takes approximately 5-6 hours. With soft snow conditions, it is possible to skin to the top. But if we find a harder terrain, we will use crampons and an ice axe.

From the summit, we will enjoy breathtaking views of seven volcanoes and the stunning Araucaria forest that surrounds Lonquimay. After a short break we’ll be ready for the descent: an endless open terrain with 35-45° slopes will be waiting for us! Please note that the ascent requires a good fitness level. For the descent you should be able to ski on powder snow.

So, if you are up for this awesome ski mountaineering tour in the Chilean Patagonia, please contact me. Come to Pucón and discover the impressive Lonquimay volcano!

I also offer similar trips at Lanín and Villarrica. Check them out!

Price includes

- Guiding fee

About the guide

Cristobal

5.00

(8)

Mountain Guide

IFMGA/UIAGM Mountain Guide from Chile

I was born in 1990, and I always been surrounded by mountains, with family and friends in the Andes.

I did the first Chilean ascent to Cerro Torre via Ferrari route, four ascents to Mt, Fitz Roy, more than 12 to Torres del Paine and the first alpine traverse of the three towers.

I also climbed in the Himalayas, Yosemite, and other Andean countries such as Argentina, Bolivia and Peru.

I did the IFMGA/UIAGM aspirant course in 2017 in Bolivia, and completed the AIARE level 2 avalanche training.

I work together with my brother Juan (we are the Señoret Brothers). Contact me if you want to discover the most beautiful mountain spots in Chile!

Languages

English

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What people are saying about Cristobal

Bill

5.00

Everything was great- we lucked out and had good snow!

Jono

4.00

Cristobel was a very knowledgeable guide and he provided a good level of encouragement to push me through hard sections of climbing rather than letting me give up. Unfortunately, my original guide for two days of climbing was unable to make it and so I was rebooked for 1 day of climbing with Cristobel. What was upsetting about this was that it was more expensive to complete 1 day of climbing compared to the two days I was originally booked in for. I ended up having to pay more money for half the climbing. I think Explore-Share could improve by having a more consistent price structure for the guides, or at least being clear about why one guide is more expensive.

Don

5.00

Great guide. Picked a well-rounded spot for a new group, with numerous options. Understanding of our lack of time at altitude. Great guy.

Ian

5.00

Excellent day at Portillo with Cristobal. He gave us several options in a planning session the night before. He also communicated well on the day of about current conditions and what we were seeing. We ended up doing a secondary objective due to what we saw in the field.

Eric

5.00

We had a great trip with Cristobal Senoret in torres del paine! He was very knowledgeable and helpful. Beautiful backcountry.