Chile and Galapagos Ski & Wildlife Holiday
Ski & Wildlife Chile and Galapagos: Ski the Andes, Cruise the Galapagos Islands Holiday Details
Chillán ski resort - 5* spa - pristine Galapagos Islands - Santiago - Quito - ski - sail boat cruise - snorkel - kayak - fearless wildlife - expert guides
Brief Description
- Enjoy the unique contrast of these two exceptional experiences.
- A week’s summer skiing in the Andes at Chile’s finest ski resort.
- Experience Chillán’s friendly, informal atmosphere, excellent skiing and spa.
- Eight day comfortable yacht cruise around the unique Galapagos Islands.
- Maximise your wildlife experience with walks, snorkelling and kayaks.
Ski & Wildlife Holiday Itinerary
Day 1 | Fly to Chile |
Day 2 | Chillán | Arrive
Morning flight from Santiago to ski resort of Chillán in the Chilean Lake District. Afternoon soak in the hot springs of your spa hotel. (d)
Day 3 | Chillán | Ski in the Andes
Ski the slopes over two volcanoes. From the top of the resort (2,700m) you look out across the Andes. Chillán offers 10,000 hectares of skiable terrain. (b,d)
Day 4 | Chillán | Ski in the Andes
5 hours of small group lessons are included for you today. (b,d)
Day 5 | Chillán | Ski in the Andes
Full day to ski. For some pampering, book in for a massage or treatment in the spa. (b,d)
Day 6 | Chillán | Ski in the Andes
Try cross-country skiing, dog-sledding or heli-skiing for some serious off-piste adventure. (b,d)
Day 7 | Chillán | Ski in the Andes
Chillán gives you a real flavour of Chile as well as being a world class ski resort. (b,d)
Day 8 | Chillán | Ski in the Andes
Final day of skiing. (b,d)
Day 9 | Santiago | Ski, train and nightlife
Catch the train north to Santiago. Enjoy the bright lights of the big city. (b)
Day 10 | Quito | Travel to Ecuador
Fly to Quito today. Enjoy your central
first class hotel. (b)
Day 11 | Quito | Explore colonial Quito
Morning walking tour of the colonial city centre in the company of your local guide. (b)
Day 12 | Galapagos | North Seymour wildlife
Fly to the Galapagos.
Board your yacht for an 8-day live-aboard cruise.
Walk close to the fearless wildlife this afternoon. (b,l,d)
Day 13 | Galapagos | Santa Cruz wildlife
Walk up to a collapsed volcanic crater to see giant tortoises in the wild.
This afternoon, visit the Charles Darwin Research Station. (b,l,d)
Day 14 | Galapagos | Seabirds and sea lions
See a spectacular blow-hole and a broad spectrum of birdlife, including the blue-footed boobies and albatross.
This afternoon swim with playful sea lions. (b,l,d)
Day 15 | Galapagos | Devil’s Crown snorkel
Snorkel in the Devil’s Crown volcanic crater through beautiful coral formations and teeming marine life. (b,l,d)
Day 16 | Galapagos | Iguanas and penguins
Walk around marine iguanas warming on the rocks to find the colony of Galapagos penguins. (b,l,d)
Day 17 | Galapagos | Walk amongst wildlife
Visit one of the world’s most active volcanoes to walk amongst the flightless cormorants, sea lions and marine iguanas. (b,l,d)
Day 18 | Galapagos | Pinnacle Rock views
See Galapagos fur seal basking in pools along the shoreline.
(b,l,d)
Day 19 | Galapagos/Travel | Turtle Bay
Observe the delicate marine life in the sheltered Turtle Cove. Fly home. (b)
Day 20 | Home |
"Great to be able to ski in August, especially on such beautiful and empty slopes (in Chillan)." Kerrie & Geoff W, Chile Ski, 2007
“It was truly amazing to see the animals of the Galapagos thriving so happily in their natural environments” Mandy J, Galapagos, 2007
Prices & Departures
2008 |
21 Jun | £4,895pp 18 Jul | £5,995pp |
2009 |
20 Jun | £5,195pp |
Tailor made departures |
Jun – Sep | From £4,895pp |
Prices include |
Flights from LON/MAN; |
| Not included | Price does not include Galapagos park entrance fee (US$110); UK regional flights; personal expenses local flight taxes or tips. |
| Note | We have first hand knowledge of all the ski resorts in Chile, including Valle Nevado and Portillo, so please call to discuss your needs. |
Prices are per person based on two sharing.
Price range for tailor made departures is a realistic guide but varies depending on season and grade of boat.
For reservations made more than 18 months in advance we reserve the right to adjust prices after booking. Call us or see our full terms & conditions to see how this would be managed.
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Not quite right?
If this holiday’s not quite right for you, call us on 0845 22 55 058 to discuss your ideas or consider:
Ski Chile: Ski the Andes Experience one of the great skiing destinations in the world - unrivalled in the southern hemisphere.
Wildlife Galapagos: Cruise the Galapagos Islands Eight day comfortable yacht cruise around the unique Galapagos Islands.
Active Chile: Patagonia’s Pirenwinkul The best of Patagonia: all highlights, no wasted days.
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