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Ski Portillo offers wonderful views of the Chilean Andes mountain range, welcoming guests from around the world for summer skiing. The high elevation and rugged geography of the Chile mountains provides one of the best Chile ski areas with incredible ski terrain, above treeline with frequent storms that deliver up feet of soft snow. The international scene with guests from around the world only adds to the overall friendly and relaxed environment.
The Andes, one of the longest mountain ranges in the world, offers an incredible skiing experience during the winter, with powder skiing between mid-June and September. For many experienced skiers, skiing in the Andes mountains in Chile is an unmissable milestone. Ski Portillo is the oldest and most famous ski center in South America, which welcomes beginner, intermediate and expert skiers of all ages and nationalities.
Learning to ski powder is a rite of passage for skiers. A unique experience marked by transitioning from groomed, compacted slopes to exploring the soft and fluffy snow that dreams are made of. The variety of terrain available at Portillo makes this first experience of Chile mountain skiing an unforgettable one. Uncrowded runs provide laps and laps of soft snow while wide open tree-less terrain guarantees freedom and endless possibilities. An overall mind-blowing day on skis that you will chase again and again.
Portillo’s Ski and Snowboard school attracts top instructors from the Northern Hemisphere to teach during their summer. Lessons are a great opportunity to improve skiing skills as well as a great opportunity to make new friends to ski and socialize with during the ski week. Another reason to take a lesson - Portillo’s ski pros have the insider’s insight on everything from which run to ski and when, what to wear, and even which band is playing at the bar. Portillo’s ski pros love to share their secrets and take guests under their wing.
After a day on the mountain, restore your ski legs with a sunset soak in the Portillo pool and hot tub. Named by Condé Nast Traveler as one of the best après-ski pools in the world, the pool deck is one of the top places to hangout with friends new-and-old after a day on the slopes. And gazing at the mountains in Chile at sunset is hard to beat.
After a week of skiing and socializing, guests are invited to watch the closing night torchlight parade. Ski pros ski down the Plateau run at night with fire torches creating a beautiful spectacle that guests can view from the hotel balcony. The Torchlight Parade in the Chile mountains is the perfect way to kick-off the last night of the ski-week and your Chile skiing experience.
A rotating lineup of bands provides entertainment in the hotel bar every night beginning 9 p.m. Some bands are rowdier than others, and depending on the energy of the crowd will lead to singing and dancing until midnight. Once the spark is lit, some choose to continue with late night dancing South America-Style at the Discoteque. A late-night club scene with a mix of international guests guarantees a good time and maybe a few new Latin dance moves are learned.
The Portillo skies are perfect for getting acquainted with the Southern hemisphere stars. With the nearest city far away, the unpolluted clear skies at Portillo are perfect for stargazing, providing a clear and vivid Milky Way and the chance to find the Southern Cross and other constellations. Full moon nights at Portillo are also wonderful, lighting up the surrounding chile mountains and lake for breathtaking views.
Chile’s unique geography creates the ideal conditions for a wide-variety of mind-blowing wines. The country’s diverse geography and climate have made Chile a leading wine-producing country with vineyards recognized internationally. The dining room wine list features wines from dozens of vineyards, both larger, renowned vineyards and smaller boutique labels. During Wine Week, Portillo invites six different vineyards for complimentary après-ski wine tastings. Several vineyards are nearby and guests can visit if they want a half-day or day off from skiing. Portillo Tours can arrange vineyard visits for guests during the ski-week as well as visits before or after the ski week.
Every Sunday night Portillo’s owners, Henry and Miguel Purcell, host a cocktail reception in the hotel living room before dinner. All ski pros are there to answer any questions from guests. Mixing and mingling with other guests, hotel owners and staff this is a wonderful opportunity to meet other like minded skiers and friends for the week.
The easiest green level run on the mountain, Corralito is a beginner area with a Magic Carpet lift. Perfect place for those starting out and looking for a gentle, wide slope close to the hotel.
An iconic run that intermediate skiers will love. Skiers and snowboarders will enjoy the feeling of freedom and adventure as they arc turns down this open, smooth slope with rolling hills. This dynamic, fun slope is best skied in the mornings, Juncalillo gets the sun before all other runs on the mountain, guaranteeing some fresh corduroy under the sun.
The best run for skiers starting to transition into Blue level runs. The friendly slope and openness of Las Lomas gives skiers freedom and control in an uncrowded space with beautiful views of the surroundings.
A great introduction into steeper runs, Plateau is a favorite of advanced intermediates starting to ski Black level runs and expert skiers looking for fast laps. Groomed nightly, this run gets the sunlight around mid morning and is a great option for those looking for laps down a smooth, sustained steep pitch.
An expert skier’s dream, Roca Jack is unlike any expert run in the world. The Va-et-vient lift takes skiers to new heights, providing unparalleled views of the entire surrounding mountain range. The natural snow conditions can range from powder to packed powder or corn snow in the spring and provide a rewarding challenge for the more advanced skier with an adventurous spirit.
The Portillo Ski & Snowboard School offers group ski lessons for adults and kids—a fun, flexible way to learn to ski in Chile while enjoying the stunning Andes Mountains. With options tailored to all levels, group ski lessons run daily, with sessions available in the morning and afternoon. Whether you’re visiting for a day, a few days, or an entire week, our ski lessons in Chile are the perfect way to build skills and confidence on the snow for both children and adults.
Looking for a more personalized experience or advanced coaching? Check out our Private Ski Lessons and Guided Skiing for one-on-one instruction, or explore our Ski Camps in Chile designed for skill development and progression across all levels.
The Portillo Ski School caters to skiers and snowboarders of all ages and levels, offering private ski lessons in Chile and guided skiing experiences in the breathtaking Andes. Whether you’re looking to master the basics, refine your skills, or explore the terrain with a seasoned pro, our private ski instructors are ready to help.
You can also explore more options through our Ski & Snowboard School or check out our Ski Camps in Chile for extended performance-based training.
Skiers with physical or learning disabilities can fall in love with the sport of skiing with the help of our adaptive ski coaches. Adaptive skiing is common at Ski Portillo, with ski instructors trained to teach skiers with a variety of disabilities. Adaptive skiers will also enjoy the warm, comfortable hotel facilities with it’s friendly intimate atmosphere, gourmet dining and daily activities and entertainment schedule.
