HELISKI T H E ANDES WWW.ANDESHELIBOARDING.COM ANDES HELIBOARDING ...The pionneer of the Heliski/boarding Activity in Chile ... ...will take you to an endless world of mountains and pristine untouched terrain Jean-Alexandre Echène, more well-known under «Beb», BY JOINING THEIR SKILLS AND THEIR LOVE FOR THE is the Pioneer of this Activity and the Founder of the First MOUNTAINS, THE FUSION OF ALL THE TEAM MADE Heliski Company in Chile. ANDES HELIBOARDING SUCCESFULL AND TURNED THE COMPANY INTO THE LEADER OF THE HELISKI Andes Heliboarding and his team of guides are revealing INDUSTRY IN CHILE. their experience and professionalism by off ering the best runs and fi rst class service to the enthusiasts for Heliski, Since then, they explored the full potential of the Andes Nature and big thrills. and off ers today a Unique Heliski Service from the Central Cordillera to the Patagonian Mountain Range and volcanoes. YOUR PLAYGROUND The central area of the Andes cordillera is characterized The number of descents achieved per day depends of OUR CONCEPT by exceptional snowfall conditions and ground profi le the skiers level and the physical condition for this activity. Because of its continental climate, the Our season in the Chilean Central Andes Moutain Specialist of the heliski exception, Andes receive in winter a unique snowfall assuring a range is from July to September, just by Santiago. fresh and dry snow. with only small groups of a maximum of 8 skiers /snowboarders per helicopter. Discover a unique place of the heliski world. OUR PHILOSOPHY ... • PRIVATE HELISKI WITH NO LIMITS • EXCELLENCE OF CUSTOM MADE SERVICES • CONSCIENTIOUS AND INDIVIDUAL ATTENTION ALL THE VALLEYS OFFERS DROPS AT AN ALTITUDE FLUCTUATING FROM 3800 TO 4500 METERS AND AN EXCEPTIONAL 1500 METERS VERTICAL DROPS, OR AS HIGH AS 2400 METERS ACCORDING TO SNOW CONDITIONS. OUR CHILE CENTRAL CORDILLERA & PROGRAMS PATAGONIA FROM JULY CENTRAL TO CORDILLERA SEPTEMBER You can ski the Central Cordillera Mountain Range just by Santiago de Chile. CENTRAL CORDILLERA HELISKI PROGRAMS CENTRAL URBAN CORDILLERA HELISKI PROGRAM This Unique Heliski program will allow you to spend your evenings staying at the best hotel in the Chilean Capital and your days will be spent riding in the pristine Andes mountains! You are situated 15 minutes by helicopter from our base in Santiago where you will reach the fi rst runs and enjoy the amazing vast mountain. The Plomo and Tupungato areas are waiting for you to discover its powder snow and huge terrain. After skiing, you can take advantages of the city with its amenities and countless services which include - massages, shopping, tourism, restaurants, pubs, etc ... CENTRAL CORDILLERA HELISKI PROGRAMS CENTRAL CORDILLERA PUMA LODGE Located at an altitude of 1325 meters, on a nature reserve, Puma Lodge is the perfect place to find endless delights of virgin mountain wilderness for your perso- nal skiing pleasure. After a day of heliskiing, rest in the com- fortable rooms, give yourself a treat at the Spa, gaze at the stars while you relax in the hot tubs and savor the exquisite culinary dishes. CENTRAL CORDILLERA CENTRAL CORDILLERA HELISKI PROGRAMS SPA & MOUNTAIN HELISKI PROGRAM, LODGE ANDINO In perfect connection with nature, on the Maipo River and in front of the San Jose Volcano, a 5 minutes flight are enough to reach the first runs and to enjoy an unsurpassed ride offered by the magic Andes. Landscapes are also fantastic with huge valleys, mountain‘s lakes and Hot spring where you will end the day. ENJOY THE HOT SPRINGS After a great heliski day, we offer you to enjoy natural hot springs in the heart of the Andes, and/or have a typical Chilean lunch in one of our favorite place. (Restaurant or Winery) CENTRAL CORDILLERA The winery is located HELISKI PROGRAMS in front of the Cordillera, CENTRAL Zone of Los Cipreses CORDILLERA THE VIK at 20 minutes of flight. WINERY The VIK winery features a unique and unprecedented design, which is at once state-of-the-art, highly sustainable , technologically crea- tive and a stunning visual experi- ence that promises to redefine the wine experience. All Vik Retreats are oeuvres in their own right. Visions of owners, the properties are products of purposeful discourses in art and design and what roles nature and form play in the poetics of human space. Every wall, every window is an intentional expression of what can be imagined and etched. After a full Heliski day, you will have the chance to envoy a wine tasting. Guests will walk upstairs to the glass pavilion to enjoy VIK with culinary indulgences among exceptional design and sculp- tures by Marcela Correa while viewing the VIK vineyard and winery set in the surrounding majestic nature. CENTRAL CORDILLERA CENTRAL CORDILLERA HELISKI PROGRAMS VALLE NEVADO CENTRAL CORDILLERA HELISKI PROGRAMS The best and biggest ski resort of chile offers access to the largest skiable domain in South America and a large range of hotels and Apart- CASA FARELLONES ments with high-end amenities and personalized service. Enjoy your Heliski/boarding week from a traditional Chilean mountain village. Stay at the cosy Farellones Chalet which neighbours the 3 most prestigious ski resorts of South America. Just at 5 minutes of flight to reach the first Runs, Valle Nevado is located closed to some or our Thousands of hectares of stunning mountainous terrain will undoubtedly offer you some of the incredible main Heliski Area. riding conditions and scenery! UNIQUE HELISKI BOAT TRIP PATAGONIA HELISKI IN PATAGONIA During the month of November, Ski on the Patagonian‘s Mountain range and Volcanos. HELISKI IN PATAGONIA UNIQUE HELISKI BOAT TRIP PATAGONIA HELISKI YACHTING EXCLUSIVE AND UNIQUE IN THE CHANNELS OF PATAGONIA Andes Heliboarding is the only company allowed to organize and guide heliskiing WILDLIFE trips in patagonia from the luxurous yacht Adventurers can also experience wide array of other activities such as trekking, kayaking, rafting, “atmosphere”. horseback riding, jetboating, wildlife watching (Birds, whales, sealions, pinguins, killerwhale, etc …) Unforgettable Heliski, exploring unseen side During the month of November, Ski on the in unexplored surroundings of incredible beauty, of Patagonia. Patagonia’s Volcanoes … in the southernmost corner of the world. Navigate the Patagonian fjords, ski each Our clients can live the one of a kind experi- day a new volcano, Contemplate majestic ence of being lifted off in a Bell 407 helicopter Back onboard the Atmosphere, our Heliski guests glaciers, Enjoy the perfect warmth of hot from aboard the Atmosphere and fl own to enjoy a Grand Class service; high cuisine, open springs … exclusive locations in the Andes and Coastal bar, SPA, specialized attention and all the other Mountain Ranges of the Patagonia. components which make this voyage an unfor- GRAND CLASS SERVICE ON BOARD gettable and unique experience. Tasting the best Chilean wines and enjoy The virgin snow allows expert skiers to ride the delicious menus prepared by one of the on a special terrain overlooking the sea and moste famous Chefs of Chile. Finish your day with panoramic views of glaciers and fj ords. by relaxing saunas, massages and talasso- No place in the world off ers such a spec- therapy sessions. tacular combination of perfect snow, adre- naline packed adventure and breathtaking landscapes. HELISKI IN PATAGONIA PATAGONIA HELISKI & WILDLIFE IN FUTANGUE MONTH OF NOVEMBER Futangue, which in native lenguage means „big canyon“ is a place for all kinds of outdoor expe- riences: trekking, wildlife observation, mountain biking, horseback riding, kayaking, ATV excursions, FUTANGUE PARK is a private 34.000 acres natural snowshoeing, camping by hot springs, visiting local reserve located in Chilean northern Patagonia at the villages, and world-class fly fishing, are some of the foothills of the Andes Mountains. adventures you can find here, while you stay in our lovely and well equipped country house with very Get ready for a journey through breathtaking natural comfortable rooms with private bath, friendly staff landscapes, covered by large tracts of virgin forests, and delicious local food. beautiful lakes, imposing mountains and hidden val- leys, turquoise waterfalls and rivers, and spectacular lava fields. This extreme and remote land, impenetrable in the past, today has an extensive network of more than 70 miles of carefully designed trails that invites visitors to explore and enjoy pristine nature far from crowds, like nowhere else. YOUR SAFETY Safety is fi rst and foremost to our Heli- HELICOPTER & PILOT GUIDE CERTIFICATION SAFETY EQUIPMENT ski / boarding operation. Our specia- Andes Heliboarding uses the following Over twenty year of In the fi eld all of our guests are equipped lists skiing and snowboarding guides helicopters – Ecureuil AS 350 B3 and operation has honed with an ABS airbag pack (Bagpack Free- have the skills and abilities to provide Bell 407. Each helicopter counts with a the skills of our pro- ride) with Avalanche transceiver, shovel, you with an exciting, safe and unfor- GPS, Satellite phone, VHF or UHF radio fessional and dedi- probes and receive a comprehensive sa- gettable trip to the Andes Cordillera. and is in permanent communication cated team. They are fety briefi ng in their use before skiing and Gaining extensive knowledge of the with the base and the pilot. First aid, certified and qualified riding commences. Before leaving the DZ vast terrain that we cover, the guide oxygen and rescue equipment are professional UIAGM and formed by your guide and pilot will also brief you on is able to select the right terrain for always on board. E.N.S.A (National School of Ski and safety in and around the helicopter. your ability. All of our pilots are highly experienced Alpinism) Chamonix, France. For safety reason, the heliski day will end Our safety infrastructure provides you in high mountain flying conditions They are chosen for their ability to around 3:00 pm.