5 Reasons to Ski in Argentina for Snow Lovers

Slide down mountains of pure white and enjoy the cold breeze caressing your face. Savour the best hot chocolate and warm your frozen nose with its warm aroma. Gaze at the unique snow-capped Andes Mountains and sigh in admiration during the process. Take pictures of trees that pose next to an endless canopy of snow. And top off your day, accompanying the sunset with a good glass of craft beer.

It goes without saying that Argentina and snow get along very well, and coming to this land in winter is a must for all low temperatures fans. There are plenty of reasons to visit Argentina during the snow season (from June to September), which go from super affordable prices to luxurious cuisine, passing through world-class ski resorts and superb landscapes.

Beginners and experts, travellers and athletes, adults and children: our territory offers attractions for everyone, you only have to be ready to enjoy the cold in its best version. Mendoza, Neuquén, Río Negro, Chubut, Santa Cruz, and Tierra del Fuego offer their snowy peaks with wonderful facilities for anyone who wants to defy the laws of gravity and feel the adrenaline while sliding down the snow mountainside of the End of the World.

So, why would you want to ski in Argentina? Here are five reasons:

1- The Prices Are Super Affordable

Snow sports have a reputation for being expensive, but in Argentina, pleasures know no limits and that includes the variety of prices. On average, the cost of a pass ticket for a week during high season (in July and August) is US$ 280 for 2022 —in the rest of the world, weekly passes start around US$ 450. A week of skiing, snowboarding, or your favourite sport on some of the best slopes on the planet and at almost half the price! It can’t get better, can it?

2- The Quality of Ski Resorts

Chapelco, in Neuquén, is the awarded ski centre in Argentina: the World Ski Awards 2020 granted the award for the fifth time in the last six years. Cerro Catedral, in the city of Bariloche, is the largest in South America. The world’s southernmost centre is Cerro Castor, located, of course, in Tierra del Fuego. Las Leñas, Mendoza, is considered to be the best of the Andes for those who dare to do backcountry skiing and the only resort in the region that allows people to ski at night, with the moon as a witness. In Chubut, the weather conditions guarantee ideal snow (dry and powdered) in La Hoya centre throughout the entire season. And the list goes on: Argentina is the owner of several records when it comes to the white season, and its ski destinations have won a deserved place among the best in the world.

3- Gastronomy is Ideal to Top off a Tough Day of Skiing

What could be better than regaining strength with a plate of grilled Patagonian lamb? Or trying the famous trout paired with Andean potatoes? How about a spider crab casserole, the star dish of Tierra del Fuego, to keep out the cold? The gastronomy of southern Argentina is the perfect way of crowning a day of great leg work. And, as a top-notch gastronomy destination, Argentina does not only offer high-quality dishes, but also excellent drinks. On a trip to Patagonia, trying craft beer is a must. And for tea time, there’s nothing better than a cup of sweet hot chocolate (or “submarino”, as the locals call it). After a day of snow sports and its corresponding banquet, a sound night’s sleep is more than guaranteed.

4- The Fantastic Landscapes

There are, of course, decisive factors when it comes to choosing a ski centre: the quality of the snow, the variety of slopes, and the suitability of the facilities, among others. Argentina has it all, but adds an extra component in its favour when deciding the next winter destination: its landscapes. Coloured lakes, from turquoise to deep blue, extraordinary panoramic viewpoints, volcanoes, Aconcagua (America’s highest mountain), natural parks inhabited by the most fascinating fauna, lush forests, endless waterfalls, and more! Everything makes the trip more than worthwhile.

5- The variety: There Are Activities for all Tastes

The country has a total of 18 ski resorts, reflecting its diversity. Some with international renown; others smaller, and more familiar, ideal for those who prefer a quieter experience. Slopes for beginners, advanced, and experts, dividing the mountains by colours according to the difficulty level; backcountry slopes are also enabled for the bravest and most experienced. Yet, those who are not so fond of snow sports are not left out: they can choose activities, such as trekking, snowmobile tours, snowshoeing, sleigh rides and even ice skating. Of course, people also have the possibility of learning in one of the many schools with professional instructors. Regardless of the chosen activity, the final picture is the same: clothes full of snow and a happy heart.