
{"id":92974,"date":"2026-02-23T16:41:26","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T19:41:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chile.travel\/blog\/when-does-the-snow-season-start-in-chile-a-guide-to-planning-your-trip-to-the-andes\/"},"modified":"2026-03-27T09:40:28","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T12:40:28","slug":"when-does-the-snow-season-start-in-chile-a-guide-to-planning-your-trip-to-the-andes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chile.travel\/en\/blog\/when-does-the-snow-season-start-in-chile-a-guide-to-planning-your-trip-to-the-andes\/","title":{"rendered":"When does the snow season start in Chile? A guide to planning your trip to the Andes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The <strong>snow season in Chile<\/strong> is one of the most anticipated times of the year for those dreaming of white landscapes, imposing mountains, and unforgettable experiences in the Andes Mountains. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2026, winter will once again transform the country into a vast natural stage where <strong>ski centers<\/strong>, snowboarding, hot springs, and nature come together to create an unforgettable trip. If you&#8217;re looking for <a href=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/en\/blog\/winter-2025-what-to-do-and-what-to-see-in-chile\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">adventure and want to enjoy the southern winter<\/a>, this is the ideal time to start planning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When does the snow season start in Chile?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The start of the season depends directly on rainfall and low temperatures at high altitudes. The first ski centers usually open <strong>between late May and June<\/strong>. It generally extends until September and <strong>even October in some southern areas<\/strong>.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>As with every year, exact dates may vary depending on weather conditions<\/strong>, so it&#8217;s recommended to check for updated information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to experience the snow season in Chile?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Santiago: Snow just a step away from the city<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" src=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/63f8b0be-image-1024x767.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-92942\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/63f8b0be-image-1024x767.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/63f8b0be-image-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/63f8b0be-image-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/63f8b0be-image-1536x1151.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/63f8b0be-image.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Valle Nevado \/ Sernatur<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Few capitals in the world allow you to enjoy snow at such a short distance. <strong>Less than two hours from Santiago<\/strong>, some of South America&#8217;s most important ski centers are concentrated. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Valle Nevado, La Parva, El Colorado, and Farellones<\/strong> make up a mountain corridor perfect for all levels. Here you can practice skiing and snowboarding, take lessons, and enjoy snow parks and breathtaking views. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day tours are available from Santiago<\/strong> that include transportation to the ski centers, with prices starting from <strong>40,000 Chilean pesos (around USD 40\u201345)<\/strong>, depending on the service and the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Portillo: The oldest ski center in South America<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ad6d2199-image-1024x768.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-92957\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ad6d2199-image-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ad6d2199-image-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ad6d2199-image-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ad6d2199-image-1536x1152.png 1536w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ad6d2199-image.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Ski Portillo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just <strong>2 hours and 35 minutes from Santiago<\/strong> is <strong>Portillo<\/strong>, the <strong>oldest ski center in South America<\/strong>. With 35 runs, it is the ideal destination to experience adrenaline in a unique high-mountain setting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are <strong>day programs, week-long packages, or custom stays<\/strong>, depending on the type of experience you&#8217;re looking for. The center offers <strong>accommodations with privileged views of the Inca Lagoon<\/strong>, including a hotel, chalets, and a lodge, as well as restaurants\u2014ideal for recharging your energy after a day in the snow. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chill\u00e1n: Snow, volcanoes, and hot springs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" src=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/63f8b0be-image-1-1024x767.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-92947\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/63f8b0be-image-1-1024x767.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/63f8b0be-image-1-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/63f8b0be-image-1-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/63f8b0be-image-1-1536x1151.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/63f8b0be-image-1.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photography: Sernatur<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the south of the country, <strong>Nevados de Chill\u00e1n<\/strong> has established itself as one of the great icons of the <strong>snow season in Chile<\/strong>. It is an ideal destination for winter sports, with high-level infrastructure that integrates <strong>thermal pools and a varied gastronomic offer<\/strong>. The center has <strong>20 runs, 13 lifts<\/strong>, and various accommodation alternatives, including <strong>hotels, apartments<\/strong>, and designated <strong>camping<\/strong> areas.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To get there, those traveling by plane arrive at <strong>Concepci\u00f3n&#8217;s Carriel Sur Airport<\/strong>, followed by a <strong>two-and-a-half-hour<\/strong> land journey. From <strong>Santiago<\/strong>, the drive takes between <strong>five and six hours<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">La Araucan\u00eda: Nature and snow in Corralco<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/63f8b0be-image-2-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-92952\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/63f8b0be-image-2-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/63f8b0be-image-2-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/63f8b0be-image-2-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/63f8b0be-image-2-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/63f8b0be-image-2.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DKAIJHEulws\/?img_index=5\">@skicorralco<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the heart of the <a href=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/en\/itineraries\/adventures-that-endure-2-days-of-hikes-in-the-andean-araucania\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Malalcahuello National Reserve<\/strong><\/a>, you&#8217;ll find the <strong>Corralco<\/strong> mountain resort. Skiing here is a unique experience: the slopes unfold on the foothills of the <strong>Lonquimay Volcano<\/strong>, surrounded by <strong>ancient monkey puzzle trees<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a destination designed for those seeking disconnection and contact with nature. The center offers areas for <strong>skiing and snowboarding<\/strong>, <strong>freeride and freestyle<\/strong> zones, as well as family activities like <strong>snowshoeing<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To get there, you must fly to <strong>Temuco Airport<\/strong> in the La Araucan\u00eda Region, and from there continue the journey by land to the <strong>Malalcahuello National Reserve<\/strong>, where the resort is located.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Los Lagos Region: The magic of the Osorno Volcano<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/68dc7d02-volcan-osorno-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-93080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/68dc7d02-volcan-osorno-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/68dc7d02-volcan-osorno-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/68dc7d02-volcan-osorno-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/68dc7d02-volcan-osorno-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/chile.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/68dc7d02-volcan-osorno.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Osorno Volcano Ski Center<\/strong> is a must-see during the <strong>snow season in Chile<\/strong>. Located on the slopes of the Osorno Volcano, in the <strong>Vicente P\u00e9rez Rosales National Park<\/strong>, it allows you to ski with privileged views of <strong>Llanquihue Lake<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is one of the most popular ski centers in southern Chile and stands out for its unique natural environment. Every descent is an incomparable experience! You can practice <strong>skiing and snowboarding<\/strong>, enjoy areas to play in the snow, go sledding, and ride the panoramic lifts.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is about <strong>60 kilometers from Puerto Varas<\/strong> and <strong>1 hour and 30 minutes from Puerto Montt<\/strong>. Access is via <strong>Route 225<\/strong>, bordering Llanquihue Lake to the Ensenada sector, then ascending toward the volcano on a paved road. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The snow season in Chile is one of the most anticipated times of the year for those dreaming of white landscapes, imposing mountains, and unforgettable experiences in the Andes Mountains. 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