Volcán Casablanca
Ski touring in Casablanca Volcano
Puyehue National Park
- Difficulty
Demanding. - Duration
10 hours - Pax
Min 2 - Max 6. - Min Age
18 years. - Equipment
We recommend equipment for low temperatures.
Overview
Ski the backcountry of the lesser-known Casablanca Volcano.
Ski touring, ski randonnee, or simply "rando" is a perfect combination of personal challenge and connection with nature, allowing you to access unusual places to ski. With this excursion, you will discover the best skiable slopes of Casablanca Volcano, which crowns the Antillanca volcanic complex (home to Antillanca Ski Resort).
Whether you are an experienced skier or a backcountry beginner looking to push your limits, Casablanca Volcano awaits to show you its wonders, as we know slopes for all skill levels. Additionally, you can summit (if your legs allow it) and enjoy an impressive view of the other volcanoes in the area.
Throughout this adventure, you will be accompanied by a local guide who is an expert in this discipline. They will reveal the best skiable slopes in the area, with perfect timing depending on the snow conditions throughout the day, providing safety and local knowledge.
Join this adventure and experience unique moments, like that moment when the mountain takes your breath away.
More...Itinerary
07:30 - Meeting at a designated location in Puerto Varas
We check the technical equipment and travel 162 kilometers towards Puyehue National Park, approximately 2.5 hours.
10:00 - Base of Casablanca Volcano
We gear up, put on the skins, and check the safety equipment to start ski touring from 1,100m above sea level for the first 2.7 kilometers of the day.
12:00 - Raihuén Crater
Having crossed the Raihuén crater and about to start the last kilometer of hiking, we rest at 1500m above sea level to recharge before the stretch.
13:30 - Descent
We reach an altitude of 1990m above sea level, enjoying the views offered by the volcano as we remove the skins and start skiing.
15:00 - Parking Lot
Back at the base of the volcano after skiing a little over 3 kilometers, we celebrate and prepare for the return.
15:30 - Return transfer to Puerto Varas.
18:00 - Arrival at the meeting point, end of the day, and farewell.
Included
- Bilingual local guide, certified ski instructor with avalanche training and wilderness first aid (WFR) certification.
- Ski touring equipment (skis, skins, and poles).
- Safety equipment (transceiver, shovel, and probe).
- We end with the best après-ski to share the magic of the experience lived.
- Pick-up and drop-off at Puerto Varas.
Starting place
Meeting at a designated location in Puerto Varas at 07:30. Coordination will be arranged after the purchase.
Policies
Please read our Terms and Conditions where our cancellation and changes policies are defined. Always remember to plan your trip in advance.