Steep Shots and Volcanic Drops
For the Ladies and Gents
Who Love Being on Top
Complex terrain gets you excited and we're right with you! Mindsurf to your hearts content as you draw lines in your minds eye slashing lips and ripping precise turns on ridgelines and spines as you paint the canvas in your style!
Fitness is Key
Remember, having good fitness is crucial to maximizing your time in the mountains with us and creating unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime! Challenging terrain will put your endurance to the test and a strong foundation will keep us all safer in these remote areas.
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.
Standard APEX outings provide all
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Door to door transportation
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Lunches made with the best locally sourced ingredients
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Activities Insurance
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Aprés drink at 181 Bar
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Certified Guide
Sierra Nevada Summit to Termas Cañon del Blanco
This incredible tour starts at 6:00 with breakfast burritos and coffee en route to the Sierra Nevada. Heading South we utilize the smooth ascent along the ridge as we skin through ancient stands of Araucaria and Coighue trees gaining elevation effortlessly as our object comes into sight. Continuing up the gradual ridge while enjoying spectacular views of the surrounding valleys and volcanos until we arrive at the crux. With crampons and stable footing we work our way up the last section to the summit where we are greeted by breathtaking views of the Sierra Nevada Glacier, Conguillio National Park, along with 10 more Volcanic summits. From here the descent to the hot tubs heated by the same volcano on which you stand can be seen. The exhilarating descent will keep your endorphins pumping top to bottom as you ski your way down to the Araucarias for a lunch stop just above the treeline. Descending into the trees as they change from Araucarias to Coíghue we reach our destination of “Los Baños del Toro” where a next level aprés experience awaits with frosty beverages, towels, and slippers. After soaking until completely relaxed, towel off and put on fresh socks for the short cruise back to the vehicle. To top off this experience in style we’ll stop by for an “Asado del Gaucho” with organic local lamb or goat and vegetarian delicacies roasted over a fire pit.
Backcountry Fun & Ride 1 of 12
We will pick you up at 7:00 and drive the Araucaria lined road towards the Lonquimay Volcano and Malalcahuello National Reserve where we will ascend to Cerro Cautin to access the paradise that lies to the east. Put the pedal down with a myriad of options including steep rocky zones with rollovers and airs from cliffs in “Freeride” and “The Strainers.” If cruising is more your taste we will stride to the North and enjoy “Pyramid of Cautin” with a long exhilarating decent to the middle of the valley or “The South Easterlies to Forests of Gnarnia” where at the National Reserves limit the Cautin river begins its journey to the sea. Hot laps or longer shots, the vertical drop is dictated by the group in a zone ideal for crushing lots of turns or for reflecting in this sacred indigenous valley while perfectly aligned with your surroundings. When the time is right return to the vehicle while enjoying the views of Volcanos and making the last turns count. Enjoy some Aprés with us at the 181 Bar where a social debriefing is in order and the first one is on us!
Will we be summiting Active Volcanos?
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Short answer YES! Not active as in erupting but both Lonquimay and Llaima are both active and fall into the 11th and 3rd rankings of most active volcanos in Chile.
Are these mountaineering expeditions?
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A mix of ski mountaineering is normally required for summiting the Volcanos requiring use of crampons and an ice-axe but rarely roped up within the team. We rely on proper instruction for safe displacement in the mountains.
Will we be touring anything that doesn't require crampons?
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Yes, we have plenty of steep terrain in all of the surrounding peaks and our guides know the conditions ensuring that you'll be scoring drops without the incurred weight of crampons.
Is there powder?
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That's why we decided to stay here in this zone, from storm days to bluebird days we get after it early ensuring the best conditions possible every day!
Summits and lines for a lifetime
Distinct challenges with very distinct rewards, nobody knows these volcanos and the surrounding peaks better than the guides at APEX. It has become our co-founders mission to ride every line possible in our zone of the Araucania and we've opened numerous treasures for your freeride pleasure!
Who is this for?
Strong and technically proficient skiers and riders with backcountry experience who know that the mountains will be here long after we're gone. Every line has its day, if we're patient enough and persistent enough the stars will align.
Reccomendations
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.
Just wingin it?
We dig your style, just send us your location to make sure you're in our pick-up zone and we'll come through in the morning. Zero stress
GREAT FOR:
Strong 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:
75% mountains
25% trees
GREAT FOR:
Strong to Expert/Pro
Summit Lonquimay
The most accessible due to the assist given by Corralco Ski Centers top T-bar. Warm up laps followed by a summit run and more laps after.
4 Guests : 1 Guide
6 Guest Max
GREAT FOR:
Expert/Pro ONLY
Sierra Summit to Hot Springs
You'll top out the Sierra Nevada Stratovolcano with unbridled views and drop 4600 vertical feet to the hot springs, Termas Cañon del Blanco.
4 Guests : 1 Guide
6 Guest Max
TERRAIN:
70% mountain
30% trees
GREAT FOR:
Strong to Expert/Pro
Summit
Sierra Nevada
Our favorite Stratovolcano holds several lifetimes of lines from mellow and inviting to absurdly steep and ludicrous. We'll set the dial to your number.
4 Guests : 1 Guide
6 Guest Max
TERRAIN:
70% mountains
30% trees
GREAT FOR:
Strong to Expert/Pro
APEX Alpine
Experience
Alpine Starts and Big Objectives with an all in style. Sunup to sundown a full day in the mountains backed by two guides on every outing.
TERRAIN:
60% mountains
40% trees
Let's cut to the chase and have a real live conversation. We're happy to hear from you!
