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Patagonia Ski Touring: Frey Hut & Beyond

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Patagonia Ski Touring: Frey Hut & Beyond
Guide(s)
Julian Lopez, Montañas de Una Vida
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Add-ons

Sleeping bag, ski gear, and avalanche pack rentals

Your guides offer avalanche safety gear rentals, sleeping bag rentals in mountain huts, and backcountry ski gear that can be rented in the town. If you’re interested, please let us know prior to booking.

All meals are included in the price of this trip. Special dietary requirements can be accommodated, please let us know down below if you have any. Please note that kitchens in mountain huts are not separated, and therefore not totally gluten-free.

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When booking a trip, you can either pay for it in full or reserve your spot with a 30% deposit. The remaining 70% of the trip price is to be paid 90 days prior to departure, at the latest.

Cancellations

After 48 hours, booking fees are non-refundable in all cases. You can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options:

Basic
  • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  • If canceled 90 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled within 89 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
  • Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period.
Flexible
  • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  • If canceled 90 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled 60-89 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
  • Booking fees are non-refundable after 48 hours grace period.
Super Flexible
  • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  • If canceled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled within 59 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • Booking fees are non-refundable after 48 hours grace period.
Patagonia Ski Touring: Frey Hut & Beyond
Itinerary
Patagonia Ski Touring: Frey Hut & Beyond
People
1 Person
Date(s)
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Duration
4 day
Guide(s)
Julian Lopez, Montañas de Una Vida
Reserve deposit (30%) $0
Second Payment Amount: $0

  • Some ski trips are about the turns. Others are about the journey. This one? It’s both. We’ll start at Catedral Ski Resort, then venture deep into the Patagonian backcountry, where jagged spires and untouched snow create a skier’s paradise. Three nights at Frey Hut mean prime access to some of the best ski terrain in South America—steep chutes, wide-open bowls, and deep powder stashes. With expert guides, top-tier terrain, and an experience that’s as rewarding as the skiing itself, this is the ultimate winter escape for those who love earning their turns.

    • Day 1 begins at Catedral Ski Resort, and we’ll use its slopes to warm up. After a few runs on and off-piste, we’ll ascend to the ridge and venture into the backcountry, skiing down into the Van Titter Valley. A long descent through the valley leads us to a climb up to Frey Hut, our cozy mountain lodge where we’ll spend the next three nights.

      For those who haven’t skied in a while and need more time to readapt, the guides can dedicate the entire first day to the resort. This allows for a gradual progression from on-piste to off-piste, and then to the side-country, focusing on improving downhill and uphill techniques while testing gear. Only in this case, the traverse to Frey Hut will be postponed to Day 2.

      Meals: Lunch, dinner
      Accommodation: Frey Hut

      Skier near Frey Hut

    • Frey is one of the most iconic areas in North Patagonia, known for its granite spires, steep couloirs, and alpine terrain. Over these two days, we’ll explore the surrounding area, seeking the best snow conditions. Runs range between 400-600 m (1,312-1,968 ft), with each day typically including 3 to 4 runs, depending on their length and the approach distance from the hut.

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
      Accommodation: Frey Hut

      People climbing in snow

    • On our final day, if energy permits, we can enjoy an early morning ski in the Frey area. Then, we’ll ascend and cross the ridge that leads back to Catedral Ski Resort, concluding the trip with a rewarding ski down to the car.

      Meals: Breakfast

      Skier on a sunny day

    • Please note that days might be different than mentioned, depending on snow and weather conditions. There is flexibility to adjust the itinerary based on group energy, snow conditions, and individual preferences, allowing for shorter days or additional runs if conditions permit.

    • Included:

        • An experienced IFMGA mountain guide with extensive knowledge of the area
        • 4-day Patagonia ski touring adventure
        • Meals: full board in the hut (breakfast, lunchbox, dinner)
        • Accommodation: 3 nights in Frey Hut
        • Ticket to access the mountain via Catedral Ski Resort
        • Transfer to and from trailhead to your hotel

      Add-ons:

        • Sleeping bag, ski gear, and avalanche pack rentals — can be rented, please let us know prior to booking if you’re interested

      Not included:

        • Flights
        • Airport transfers
        • Meals not indicated in the itinerary
        • Accommodations in town — in case of changes due to weather
        • Guide gratuities — optional
        • Travel, medical, and rescue insurance — optional

    • This tour is designed for individuals in excellent physical condition, capable of skiing upwards of 800 m (2,624 ft) per day and covering distances of up to 6 km (3.7 mi) on longer days. In terms of terrain, the options range from gentle, open slopes to steep, challenging couloirs, allowing each day’s itinerary to be tailored to the group’s skills, fitness level, and objectives.

      However, backcountry skiing requires advanced technical proficiency in skiing or snowboarding. Participants must be able to descend confidently in all snow conditions, including deep powder, hardpack, or crusty snow.

      Each day is action-packed, typically lasting between 6 to 8 hours and covering 800 to 1,200 m (2,624 to 3,937 ft) of elevation gain. However, there is flexibility to adjust the itinerary based on group energy, snow conditions, and individual preferences, allowing for shorter days or additional runs as conditions permit.

      Looking to explore a different side of Patagonia? Check out these hiking adventures!

    • Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

        • Ski backpack large enough to carry everything you might need throughout the day (30L bag)
        • Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
        • Avalanche safety gear (probe, beacon, shovel) — can be rented
        • Backcountry ski gear (skis, backcountry bindings, binding crampons, boots, skins, poles) — can be rented but the rentals are scarce, it’s recommended to bring your own
        • 10° compactable sleeping bag — recommended to rent it in the hut
        • Thin sleeping bag liner
        • Warm mountain and ski clothing
        • Spare clothes for layering
        • Sunhat
        • Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, lip balm, tissues, etc.)
        • Sunglasses
        • Camera — optional (but recommended)

      Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans. A full packing list will be provided after booking.

    • Group sizes and pricing

        • For this Patagonia ski touring adventure, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 6:1.
        • It takes a minimum of 1 person for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 6 participants.
        • The cost per person decreases as the group grows, so it’s the perfect opportunity to ski with friends and family!

      A Patagonia ski touring adventure can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

      Min. age requirements

        • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
        • Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the Patagonia ski touring adventure on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

      If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

    • The starting point of your Patagonia ski touring adventure is Bariloche. To get there, most people fly into San Carlos de Bariloche Airport (BRC). From there, you can take a shuttle service, public transport, or rent a car to reach Bariloche.

      Once you’re there, you will meet your guide at a predetermined time in Bariloche. The guide will provide more information before the adventure begins.

    • We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!

      Redpoint tailors their protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

      Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!

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