Cerro Piltriquitrón,
El Bolsón, Patagonia
A full day of ski touring above the Andean foothills, for every level
1 day
US$350 per person
Skill Level 1–4 (All levels)
Based out of El Bolsón rather than Bariloche itself, Cerro Piltriquitrón is the most accessible full-day ski touring objective in the region, genuinely suited to first-timers and strong skiers alike.
A short 4×4 transfer and a 40-minute walk gets you to the hut at 1,500m, from where you’ll skin up towards the summit of Cerro Huemul or Piltriquitrón over 2–3 hours, with sweeping panoramic views the whole way.
The descent — over 700m of vertical — offers everything from beginner-friendly lines to genuine freeride terrain, so your guide tailors the line to you rather than the other way round.
Who is this for?
- First-time ski tourers wanting a proper mountain day without a multi-day commitment
- Strong skiers looking for a shorter, more accessible day than Cerro López or Refugio Frey
- Anyone based in or passing through El Bolsón rather than Bariloche
The Itinerary
An early morning pickup from your accommodation in El Bolsón, followed by a roughly 40-minute 4×4 transfer to 1,500m and a 40-minute walk to the Piltriquitrón refugio. From there, skins go on for a 2–3 hour ascent towards the summit of Cerro Huemul or Piltriquitrón, taking in panoramic views along the way.
The descent covers over 700m of vertical, with your guide choosing from beginner-friendly lines through to challenging freeride terrain, around 10km and 700m of elevation gain in total for the day.
What’s Included
- High mountain guide
- Insurance
- 4×4 transport
- VHF/satellite communication equipment
Not Included
- Personal equipment
- Packed lunches
- Guide gratuities
Price:
US$350 per person
Duration:
1 day
Group size:
6:1 per guide
Fitness level:
Moderate — suitable for all levels, from first-time tourers to experienced freeriders
Dates:
August / September / October
Where Next?
Enjoyed your first day on skins? Cerro López or Refugio Frey, both based around Bariloche, are the next step up in terrain and commitment.
A note on conditions:
Line choice on the descent is made by your guide on the day, based on conditions and the group’s ability. Every day is weather and condition dependent, and your guide’s decisions on route and timing are always final.