Ski Touring & Backcountry skiing in Ushuaia
Join Merlín, a UIAGM-certified mountain guide, for this scenic, exciting and fun 7-day adventure backcountry skiing in Ushuaia. Explore a different mountain and valley each day of the trip before climbing Cerro Alvear on the penultimate day.
Private
Andes
7 Days
Aug - Oct
High
Intermediate
Highlights
* Enjoy the stunning scenery of Tierra del Fuego.
* Explore a different resort or mountain each day.
* Climb to the summit of Cerro Alvear and ski back down the East Face.
Description
Situated on the southernmost tip of Tierra del Fuego, backcountry skiing in Ushuaia is the perfect way to spend your last week of summer holidays!
Sandwiched in between the tail of the Andes Mountains and the Beagle Channel, Ushuaia is home to plenty of incredible and isolated mountain and valley landscapes!
Over the course of our week together, we will head out into the heart of this pristine landscape, enjoying stunning views and some of the highest quality powder in the Andes.
Each day we will head somewhere new, starting out in the local ski resorts for a bit of a warm up before progressing to the highlight of the trip: climbing Cerro Alvear!
However, before then, we will head to El Castor mountain and Cinco Hermano peak to ski on their slopes. From scenic vistas, we’ll enjoy incredible views back over Ushuaia as well as over the Beagle Channel.
We will also have the chance to ski in the magnificent Olum Valley and El Martial.
We cap off the trip by using our ice axes and crampons to climb to the summit of Cerro Alvear, before enjoying a phenomenal run back down the East Face.
By the time the trip is over and we are taking you back to the airport, you will already be planning your next adventure back!
So what are you waiting for? Book now for this scenic and exciting 7-day adventure backcountry skiing in Ushuaia!
If you like the look of this trip then I think you may also enjoy my ski touring day in Cerro Vespignani!
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Transport during the trip
Price details
Please note personal insurance is not included in the price of the trip and is mandatory.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival
After meeting at Ushuaia Airport, we will transfer to the hotel and go over the itinerary for the trip.
Day 2: El Castor
We will spend the day skiing at El Castor ski resort, including on the slopes of Castor Mountain.
Day 3: El Martial
We will spend the day skiing in the scenic valley of El Martial, above Ushuaia.
Day 4: Olum Valley & Cinco Hermanos peak
We will spend the day skiing on the Cinco Hermanos peaks above the Olum Valley.
Day 5: Cerro Alvear
We will climb to the top of Cerro Alvear using crampons and an ice axe before descending back down into the valley below.
Day 6: Paso Garibaldi
We will spend the day ski touring Paso Garibalid, either into Olum Valley or El Martial.
Day 7: Departure
We will take you to the airport and say our goodbyes.
Details
More info
Equipment list: • Backpacks 30 liters • Head lump • Water bottle and small thermo flask • Merino or synthetic base layers • Mid layer fleece • Down or synthetic puffy jacket (hooded) • 2 pairs of gloves • Warm hut and buff • Extra socks • Waterproof pants and Jacket ( Gore-Tex) • Lens and goggles • Sun bloc & lip protection • Ski touring set: Skis, skins, boots, ski crampons, ski poles (compressible ideal). • Crampons & Ice Axe* • Safety avalanche set: Shovel, beacon, probe* • Helmet (optional)
Meeting point
Equipment you will need to bring
Sunglasses
About the guide
Merlín
5.00
(80)
Mountain Guide
Certified UIAGM-IFMGA Mountain Guide from Argentina.
I live in El Chaltén since 1998. I'm originally from Bariloche and I started with mountain activities when I was 15 years old. I've done climbing and ascents in many mountains of Patagonia, Perú, Bolivia, United States and Europe; such as Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre, Alpamayo, El Capitán, Mont Blanc and Aconcagua among others. I'm also a Ski Instructor and I am passionate for backcountry ski.
I speak fluent English, Italian and French and have been leading trips and expeditions for more than 20 years. I work together with a group of guides, so if I'm not available for the trip you request, one of my colleagues will guide you!
Certificates
AAGM | UIAGM
What people are saying about Merlín
5.00
We came to El Chalten late season (mid to late May) and wandered into Merlin's office hoping to find an open climbing guide. We discussed options with him given the upcoming weather and our abilities and ended up doing a day of sport climbing and a day of mountaineering on Cerro Madsen. Through both adventures he was knowledgeable, friendly, and safe. He encouraged us through the entire climb and even brought some treats for the top. I would highly recommend Mountaineering Patagonia if you are in search of a guide.
5.00
Had a great trip with Merlin and looking forward to a return trip next year. Highly recommended to anyone looking to explore the mountains near El Chalten or wherever he happens to be guiding.
5.00
Merlin is everything you would expect from a professional mountain guide and more. He looked after our creature comforts in camp with hot tea and hot meals not from a package. He will push you hard when on the move and is happy when you succeed. I highly recommend his service in the mountains and the accommodations he offers in town. Would be my first Choice for our next trip!
5.00
Awesome trip, challenging but incredibly rewarding. Thanks for such an excellent trip Merlin, will remember it for ages!
5.00
We just completed the Base Camps Trek with Frederico and it was incredible! It exceeded all our expectations, everything was taken care of, and Merlin and his team are great! Can't wait to do the Huemul Loop in the next year or two.
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