Clos Apalta Heli-Ski Signature

Difficulty

Challenging

Comfort

Premium

Group size

2-4 tourists,
over 18 y.o.

A 4-day heli-skiing journey designed for skiers seeking longer immersion in Chile’s most exclusive terrain. Stay in Clos Apalta’s private residence and ski majestic peaks reaching 5,000 meters, with an extra day of untouched runs and the same refined elegance off the slopes.

Glacier Tours

Rodrigo M. is the provider of this trip

The provider speaks: English

Internationally Certified Guide, Director and Founder of the company, the premier heli-skiing operation in South America. Guide for 36 years. AMGA alpine, rock and ski guide. Guided 24 expeditions to Denali and 32 expeditions to Aconcagua. Expeditions to Xixabangma and Cho Oyu in the Himalayas. Climbs in Patagonia include North and Central Towers of Paine, Agujas Guillaumet and Poincenot, Cerro Torre attempts. Patagonian Ice Cap explorations including first east-west traverse of northern Ice Cap. First ascents in Antarctica, Andes and Alaska. Speed ascents of Denali, Aconcagua, Juncal, Guide in Ellsworth Mountains, Antarctic Peninsula and Mt. Vinson in Antarctica (6 trips). Extensive climbs and guiding in Alps, including Frendo Spur and Grand Jorasses. Climbs in Yosemite. Former Technical Committee member for the American Mountain Guides Association. Speaks English, French and Spanish.

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Tour highlights

Small Groups

Personalized guiding with only 4 skiers per group.

Wine and Dine

Award-winning Clos Apalta wines paired with gourmet dinners.

Remote Wilderness

Explore deeper into hidden valleys and untouched peaks.

Route details

Arrive from Santiago and settle into the Clos Apalta Residence. Private dinner overlooking the vineyards.

Difficulty

Challenging

Does not require specific skills, but one must be in a good physical shape

Accommodation

Comfort

Premium

Camp Site

4 nights

Hotel

1 night

The private residence has the same requirement for quality and elegance. Each of the rooms at the establishment offers a breathtaking view of the Apalta vineyards and surrounding mountains. From the dawn light to the last fires of sunset, it is a haven of peace for guests in search of a sensually rich retreat.

Tickets to group meeting place

Group meeting place

Santiago

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Included

Four (4) full days of Heli-Skiing/Heli-snowboarding.
One (1) Private Helicopter: 4 skiers (1 group only) - 7 hrs. flight time in 4 days.
One (1) Experienced and Professional UIAGM / IFMGA certified Heli-Ski/Snowboard Guides.
Safety equipment, transceiver, probe, shovel, and ABS (Avalanche Airbag System).
Powder Skis and poles equipment.
Five (5) nights lodging (single room), four (4) nights at Clos Apalta Residence Relais Chateaux, breakfast, daily Heli-picnic, and dinners included and the last night at Mandarin Oriental, Santiago, Ritz Carlton or W hotel, breakfast included.
Ground transportation, including airport pick-up and drop-off after the last day of skiing to either your hotel or airport.
Small groups (4:1 guide ratio for our Eccuriel AS 350-B3 E or Bell 407).
Group size based on 4 skiers / snowboarders per week.

Extras

Additional flight time - $ 3,800 per hour per group.
Personal items and services (alcoholic beverages, tips, laundry, etc.) and expenses incurred in the case of an evacuation or rescue.
Non-Skier Guest single room & board - $8,000.