The Originals

Signature program

Classics never loose their Charm

The Original Backcountry Splitboarding and Skiing adventures upon which APEX Backcountry Guides built its name and reputation. These day trips can be stacked together to create a custom itinerary or used separately to compliment your lifestyle of seizing the moment and savoring it forever!

STRONG to EXPERT/PRO

Strong:

I approach challenges in the mountains with consideration but feel confident in my abilities. I maintain a consistent and relaxed rhythm in tough snow conditions.

Expert/Pro

I have excellent to impeccable technique with extensive backcountry experience. I charge from summit to valley and rejoice in challenging terrain because it makes me feel alive.

All day long, all day strong!

CRUISER to PROFICIENT

Cruiser:

I prefer moderate pitches and numerous breaks during the ascent. I slow down in challenging or treed terrain and challenging snow conditions, but I am able to control my turn size and shape with ease.

Proficient:
I choose a moderate pace and keep it moving with short breaks as needed and when hungry. I ride or ski at a faster pace in the open and on moderately steep pitches. I am slightly hesitant in trees or when snow conditions are challenging.

Transportation

Box lunch with locally sourced ingredients according to your dietary preferences

Activities Insurance

Hot springs and aprés favors with Sierra Summit to Tubs experience

Local Certified Guide
8:00am Pickup at your lodging location in Malalcahuello Chile

Transport to Trailhead

Skin track approach with a couple descents

Lunch in the Araucania Andina

Continue skiing or snowboarding

4:00pm Return to vehicle

Aprés drink and snack

Transport to lodging
How many runs will we make? How much vertical can I expect in a day?

How many runs and how much vertical we ski or ride each day depends on weather and safety conditions along with the fitness and pace of your group. An average group with good fitness will shred three to four laps and 5000+ vertical feet.

How important is it that I arrive with a high level of fitness?

Remember, having good fitness is crucial to maximizing your time in the mountains with us creating unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime! Many clients who are healthy and moderately active reap great rewards from a slower paced outing that makes one or two beautiful descents.

Will we still go out if it's storming?

One of the greatest benefits to Araucania Andina is that we have fantastic tree skiing and snowboarding! Unlike the central zone, we get out during most storms. It's one of the reasons that we chose this majestic zone and gives us more operable days in the mountains each year.

Foundations of our APEX

These are the original experiences that grew our fan base and formed loyal customers who return year after year for life enriching adventures!

Who is this for?

Those looking to max out their Chilean ski vacation with unique quick hits in the Araucanía backcountry.

GREAT FOR:

Cruiser to Expert/Pro

Backcountry Fun & Ride

Excellent backcountry Freeskiing and Freeriding tours that will leave you wanting more of APEX's unique routes and exceptional experiences.

4 Guests : 1 Guide

6 Guest Max

TERRAIN:

60% mountains, 40% trees

TRIP LENGTH

6hrs. on snow + transport

$180.00

GREAT FOR:

Expert to Pro

Sierra Summit to Tubs

The Sierra Nevada Stratovolcano is host to one of our most exclusive offerings. You'll top out a volcano with unbridled views and drop 4600 vertical feet to the hot springs.

4 Guests : 1 Guide

6 Guest Max Private Group

TERRAIN:

75% mountains, 25% trees

TRIP LENGTH

Full Day

$330.00

GREAT FOR:

Advanced to Expert/Pro

APEX Alpine Experience

Alpine Starts and Big Objectives with an all in style. Sunup until sundown for a full day in the mountains backed by two guides on every outing. Bring your headlamp!