Snovango Ski Tours Provides:

• Accommodations in warm condos, hotels and cabanas. For an additional charge adjustments can be made for couples and hotel upgrades for those desiring something more private
• Delicious meals (all breakfasts and most dinners)
• All lift tickets
• Experienced, bilingual tour guides
• Safe, comfortable and private transportation
• Optional side trips (i.e. hot springs, artisan markets, backcountry stashes, and heli-skiing at many of the resorts)
• 8 person per trip maximum

Flexibility; 'cause it's all about the powder!

What to bring:

• Your plane ticket to Santiago’s International Airport
• One meal a day (Lunch Money)
• Your own personal party fund
• Your own ski equipment unless you notify us ahead of time. We recommend mid-fat skis for the South American snow pack
• Ski equipment tuned for a Maritime (wet) snow pack
• Waterproof Ski clothing, Gortex pants, jacket and gloves (or something similar)
• Goggles and extra eyewear suitable for flat-light conditions

Backcountry Enthusiasts:

• Helmet
• Beacon
• Shovel
• Probe Pole
• Knowledge on how to use your backcountry equipment
• Basic avalanche education

Please Read and Understand
Our on-mountain guides have extensive knowledge in the backcountry. Our guides are not here to teach the client how to ski in the backcountry. We know there is plenty of safe in-bounds terrain to keep any daredevil satisfied. We have experience in the backcountry of both Chile and Argentina, and can advise those wishing to venture outside the boundaries on where to go, but this does not mean we will necessarily ski with you. You must take responsibility for your actions. The backcountry terrain can be very deceiving.
We are here to make sure you get to and from the ski resorts. We prefer to let the client have a day on their own while enjoying the slopes, but are happy to point out and ski many enjoyable stashes while on the hill. It is up to the client. Our guides are always available via radio in case there is an issue on the slopes.

Weather in the Andes is incredibly dynamic. Sometimes, overnight snowfall can be over 3 feet. We advise our guests to bring proper gear that stands up to the elements. Most ski slopes in Chile and Argentina are treeless causing decreased depth perception especially in stormy conditions. We encourage our guests be prepared for any type of weather conditions as they can change rapidly. Good flat light goggles (light yellow/light rose colored lens) are helpful.

Snovango Ski Tours is not liable for down days due to weather conditions. We always provide alternative activities and are powder hounds just like you, but we do not have the ability to control the weather. We have excellent contacts throughout Chile and Argentina to help guide our powder magnets. We are always working to get our clients to the best skiing available.