Discover the magic of the Andes with an unforgettable snowshoeing hike in La Parva, just 60 minutes from Santiago. Walk through pristine backcountry trails surrounded by breathtaking views of snow-covered peaks, glaciers, and the iconic ski villages of Farellones and La Parva. This easy and scenic snowshoe trek is perfect for beginners and nature lovers looking to explore Chile's winter landscape in a unique way.

Highlights:
• Easy and accessible snowshoeing in the Andes
• Panoramic views of Santiago, glaciers, and ski resorts
• Visit Farellones and La Parva Ski Villages
• Only 1 hour from Santiago

Want more adventure?
You can upgrade your day with a skiing experience at La Parva Ski Resort ski day or go for a guided hike in a nearby Andean valley. We also recommend exploring Chilean wine country Wine Tours.

Location

La Parva, Santiago, Chile

Difficulty

Easy to moderate

Hiking time

4 hours round trip (rest time has been included)

Transportation time

1 hour by car from Santiago to the beginning of the path.

Technical data

Length: 1,8 miles (one way) / Ramp: 660 ft / Top of the path: 9.350 ft.

Season

Winter activity: from June to September (The rest of the year we do regular trekking on this area).

Requirements

The age of participants must be between 14 and 80 years old. The physical and medical conditions must be compatible with activity (When in doubt, please ask).

Itinerary

[tab title="Itinerary"][well type="well-sm"] The times on the itinerary below are an approximation of the schedule. These times could vary depending on the weather and the speed of your group. A more accurate pick -up time will be delivered once we receive your pick -up address obtained through the booking process.

• 8:30 Transport from your hotel or meeting point in Santiago. You will see great views of the mountain and some glaciers in the skyline while we drive by a winding road. Then we'll pass through the beautiful Farellones Ski Village towards La Parva Ski Village
• 9:30 Arrival to the starting point in La Parva Ski Village at 2600 meters.
• 10:00 Safety talk, equipment delivery, and the start of the hiking.
• Noon After walking through a snowy hill with great views of the Andes we will get to the old "German Refugee ruins". There we will have a snack break while we enjoy the views of Iver Glacier (17.800 ft.) and Paloma Glacier.
• 12:30 Turn back to our path with great views of the ski resorts and mountains.
• 14:30 Back in our transport
• 16:00 Back in Santiago

Warning: This activity could include hiking in irregular terrain, sudden changes of weather, walk under the strong sun.

What's included

• Private transportation between all the points.
• Guides: 1 each 4 clients
• Snow-shoes and Hiking poles (renting of alpine touring skis available)
• Lunch Box (isotonic juice, granola or energy bars, sandwich, fruits, cookies, chocolate)
• Park fee
• Pictures
• First aid kit
• VHF Radio and Satellite Phone

What's not included

• Personal Clothing (Please check "Gear")
• Small backpack (Rent available)
• Personal Insurance

What to bring:

• Small backpack. If you haven't, we can rent to you. (10 USD)
• First layer or sport t-shirt
• Polar Fleece or similar
• Wind jacket
• Hiking pants or similar comfortable to walk/ shorts (ask for the weather the day before)
• Hiking shoes
• Sunglasses
• Sun hat/ lip balm
• Sunscreen
• Down or puffy Jacket
• First layer upper and lower body
• Liner gloves
• Wool hat
• Balaclava/ Neck gaiter