Life enriching moments with your loved ones !
Fear not, we are here to guide you through every step on the way to an unforgettable family vacation. Our team of experts will serve up experiences that compliment your family dynamics ensuring that the balance provided will assist a happy harmony amongst all of your loved ones and their separate desires.
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Backcountry Ski & Ride
The best backcountry tours for your family that can accommodate varying abilities to provide exceptional experiences for all levels.
GREAT FOR:
Cruiser to Expert
4 Guest : 1 Guide ratio
8 Guest Max
TERRAIN:
60% mountains, 40% trees
Corn Season Hot Tent
Cozy in to our heated tipi tent for a next level family experience away from social media for a connection in nature unlike any other.
GREAT FOR:
Proficient to Expert
4 Guest : 1 Guide ratio
7 Guest Max
TERRAIN:
60% mountains, 40% trees
TRIP LENGTH:
5 Nights 4 Guided days
Family Showshoe Escape
Simple routes or extravagant strolls, we've got the routes that will bring your family into the wild of the Araucania.
6 Guest : 1 Guide ratio
16 Guest Max
TERRAIN:
30% mountain, 70% trees
It's fine if you don't ski
With hot springs and waterfalls in all directions we have tours for everyone!
Cruiser to Expert
These programs cater to a wide range of adventurers - from cruisers to experts and those that simply like to walk in nature. Make the most out of your vacation with APEX backcountry guides.
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Transportation to and from activities
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Lunches with the best locally sourced ingredients
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Snow Shoes and Poles
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Activities insurance
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Certified Guide
Backcountry Ski & Ride Full Program
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Day 1- Airport pick up and lunch en route to Posada del Rio Lodge for a social evening dinner with your guide
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Day 2- Ski Resort Corralco followed by dinner at Nalcas Parilla Agentina
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Day 3- Randonnee / Splitboarding La Fusta followed by dinner at Trafwe
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Day 4- Rando / Split Arenales with indigenous culture experience followed by dinner at Lonquimay brewery
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Day 5- Flex + upgrade to Ski / Ride ++ upgrade Heli-bump(select dates) or relax in Hot Mineral baths and tour waterfalls followed by dinner at Randonnés
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Day 6- Rando / Split to Summit the Sierra Nevada Volcano and ski to the hot tubs of Cañon del Blanco followed by Asado del Gaucho(Verified Experts Only)
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Day 7- Rando / Split APEX Guides choice or group goal followed by dinner at Maya
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Day 8- Rando / Split Cerro Cautin for hot laps followed by a Goodbye Party at the 181 Bar
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Day 9 - Breakfast followed by airport shuttle
Hot springs, in winter?
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From the indoor pools of Malalcahuello to the fudres of Cañon del Blanco the natural thermal waters will rejuvenate your joints and relax your mind. We can even dial in a tour of hot tubs if you're not a skier or snowboarder.
What else can we do as a family in Malalcahuello?
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Nalcas Hotel has an indoor bouldering wall and they also have multiple ziplines running through the forest.
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Vortice for games, mini golf, archery, pedal cars, and more!
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Manza Boulder indoor climbing wall in Manzanar
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Hot tub and thermal pool tours at Cañon del Blanco, Termas de Manzanar, Termas Malleco, and Malalcahuello Thermal Hotel & Spa.
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Waterfall tours
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The Town of Lonquimay is located 35km to the west along Ruta 181, along the way you will pass through the historical Tunel las Raices a 4.5km timewarp.
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Conguillio National Park
How is the local ski resort?
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Corralco Ski Resort has fantastic beginner slopes and an excellent ski school with bi-lingual instructors if you need to brush up your skills on the snow. Corralco also has great sidecountry off the lift lines running up the Lonquimay Volcano.
Quality time
Cherish the moments with family as you bond in the winter wonderland of the Araucania Andina.
More than meets the eye
APEX specializes in outdoor adventures but we also know how to show you the hotter side of the Andes.
All-Inclusive Programs
Backcountry Ski & Ride Tour, Grand Slam Tour, and Premium Hot Tent include accommodations at the Posada del Rio Lodge. Standard Hot Tent outings have bookend nights, starting and finishing at Hostal Cerrito.
Recommendations
We can help ensure you have the most memorable experience by giving you our personal recommendations based on your particular desires. Please get in touch with us directly today by giving us a call.
Let's cut to the chase and have a real live conversation. We're happy to hear from you!
