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Go skiing in Chile

Ski next summer at Portillo, where the season kicks off in July and August.

You can enjoy a summer holiday packed with winter sports in the Southern Hemisphere ski resort of Portillo, above Santiago. At over 2,800m above sea level it is set against a stunning Andean mountain backdrop and offers stunning views of the enormous Laguna del Inca lake. Founded over 70 years ago, Portillo caters for all levels with 35 runs and off-piste skiing. Its 14 lifts serve slopes from 2,885m to 3,322m and heli-skiing can be arranged.

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Active Chile: Andean Skiing and Atacama Desert Adventures

12 days from £7,250pp

(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)

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