Kutrao Kutrao Powder & Culture
Kutrao Kutrao Powder & Culture
The Alps and The Araucania had
a Love Child!
Mari mari kom pu che! Sacred trees, ancient peaks, and the crossroads of a cultural rebirth will captivate you throughout this tour as you feel the deep connection between the Mapuche and this place that seems frozen in time.
Kutrao Kutrao
The original Ruca experience in the elevated basin connects to quieter times as the mountains embrace you to provide a respite from the noise.
GREAT FOR:
Cruiser to Expert/Pro
4 Guests : 1 Guide
6 Guest Max
TERRAIN:
80% Mountains, 20% Trees
TRIP LENGTHS:
2-5 Days
Custom Dates
Kutrao Kutrao Full
More time means a deeper connection to the rhythm of nature in the Araucania. Extend an invitation to yourself with the space needed to live in the flow and immerse completely.
GREAT FOR:
Cruiser to Expert/Pro
4 Guests : 1 Guide
6 Guest Max
TERRAIN:
70% Mountains, 30% Trees
TRIP LENGTH:
9 Days
July 26 - Aug 3
Arenales Cultural Ski Tour
Move at your pace while making this remarkable memory one of the highlights of your trip through the Araucania. Piñon Sopaipillas, Wild Board, or Mountain Goat.
GREAT FOR:
Cruiser to Expert/Pro
4 Guests : 1 Guide
16 Private Group Max
TERRAIN:
90% Mountain, 10% Trees
TRIP LENGTHS:
1 Day
Custom Dates
Who is this for?
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.
Cruiser and 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.
Kutrao Kutrao and Arenales Cultural Ski Tours include:
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Transportation to and from lodging for activities
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All meals
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Box lunches for day trips
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Breakfast and Dinner in the Ruca for Kutrao Kutrao
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Activities Insurance
Kutrao Kutrao Full Program Includes:
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All Ground Transportation, including to/from Temuco Airport (ZCO)
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8 Night Dining Tour
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6 Nights at Cerveceria Lonquimay Lodge in Lonquimay
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2 Nights in the Ruca, pillow, sleeping pads, lamb-skin, and high-quality sleeping bags with sterilized liners
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5 Days guided backcountry skiing/snowboarding, guest to guide = 4:1
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1 Guided Day Corralco Ski Resort with possible Volcanic Summit
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1 Flex day touring waterfalls with Thermal Tub visit or Upgrade to Ski Tour / Splitboard
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Breakfasts with locally sourced ingredients
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Boxed lunches with locally sourced ingredients
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Daily Après with wine, beer, spirits, and non-alcoholic options such as fresh juice or kombucha
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Dinner with locally sourced ingredients
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Vegetarian and Vegan options available
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Welcome Package (Massage, Cumbres de Chile book, APEX hat, custom t-shirt, map, turron, local brew or wine)
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Activities Insurance
What Airport should I fly into?
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All international flights will connect through SCL Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport in Santiago before continuing to ZCO Araucania Airport of Temuco.
Is it necessary to rent a car?
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We can provide an airport shuttle and as always the transportation for all activities and dinners is included in your itinerary. If you insist on renting a vehicle be sure to reserve a 4x4 ahead of time and be sure that it is functioning properly before departing for the mountains.
How far in advance should I book my trip with APEX?
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The sooner you confirm an outing with us the higher your likelihood is of booking a completely private adventure without any interruptions due to guide scheduling.
Culture is Quality
Immersing yourself in other cultures can increase empathy, deepen understanding, and challenge stereotypes by showing different ways of life. With your cognitive flexibility increased and your dopamine receptors being flooded growth through exposure is ensured. Splitboarding and Ski Touring are the transcendent vehicles in this instance.
Who it's for
Anyone looking to add increased value to their ski vacation through exposure, culinary treats, and connection to the mountains that are sacred to each of us.
Experience the best lodging Lonquimay has to offer with a restaurant, a full bar, massage, and spa services. The lodge, with its lounge with big windows and gracious hosts, will have you floating on feathers throughout your stay.
Consider this
Social and ski culture could never mix more perfectly than they do in the Andes. Aprés and Asado will have you forming new friendships and bonds that will last a lifetime as you share stories of the day with other snow enthusiasts!
Let's cut to the chase and have a real live conversation. We're happy to hear from you!
