A summer or early fall ski vacation to Ski Portillo, Chile is a unique experience. Located 100 miles from Santiago, Chile, with 30 ski trails, served by 14 lifts, the Portillo ski area is the oldest ski area in South America.
When I say unique, I mean when is the last time you had a week of above treeline skiing on 1300 acres plus endless off-piste terrain and with lodging for only about 500 people? Before you think wild west and primitive skiing, be advised the limited accommodations are planned to be that way. The owners want to provide an affordable, big mountain, boutique ski area to be enjoyed by all travelers.
With the ski season at Ski Portillo running until October, it's a good time to book. Take a more in-depth look at this South America ski resort that is often described by visitors as a "cruise ship in the mountains" and pick a week from a season full of Special Event Weeks best suited to your travel time and a theme you would really enjoy.
Don't forget, if you are thinking about a summer ski vacation, to be sure all passports are in order.
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Skiing at Ski Portillo, Chile Photo Copyright Jonathon Selkowitz
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Great article. I absolutely need to try this someday. Sounds like a great time.
Went to down to Portillo last year for some summer skiing. Fantastic time, highly recommend making the trip. Make sure to leave a day or two to explore Santiago and the nearby area.
Live 2 hours from Portillo, so we ski there every year , and itīs my favourite ski resort!!!
Skiing in Chile is the dream of a lifetime. Start saving now since it’s definitely not cheap!
Definitely go! I skied Portillo a couple of years ago and can’t wait to go back. The weather was gorgeous and it was a nice break from the heat wave in the northern hemisphere.