ORShuaia, besides being an iconic city worldwide, has something much more special than its fascinating landscapes and its geographical location, which sparks the interest of countless people from generation to generation. It has a unique tourist attraction that sets it apart from other snow destinations and makes it even more attractive.
Snow lovers from all over the world are discovering every year the advantages of coming to Ushuaia to enjoy the winter. If you still don't know the reasons why it's the best choice, we'll explain them to you.

The longest snow season in South America

Are you one of those fans who eagerly awaits the start of the ski season or do you save a "getaway" to close it out?

From June to October, Ushuaia offers unbeatable snow conditions for enjoying the many options for snow sports and entertainment. Those eager, enthusiastic, and enthusiastic about alpine skiing, snowboarding, and other downhill sports find the opportunity to practice their favorite sport in optimal conditions from very early in the year. And for those looking to close out the skiing year with a bang, Ushuaia guarantees excellent snow right up until the season's close.
June | July | August | September

Are you planning your winter vacation and want to make sure you get the snow you've always dreamed of?

The best snow quality in South America

The average snowfall, combined with the climatic characteristics and low temperature range, allows for a highly balanced snow quality. For this reason, elite international ski teams and their stars have been choosing Cerro Castor in Ushuaia for years for their preparatory training for the 2018 season. FIS World Cup Circuit either Olympics (22 podiums in Sochi 2014)

Such quality of snow allows visitors to enjoy a wide and varied range of activities,  snow sports and entertainment.

Are you looking for a healthy, enjoyable and pleasant experience?

Skiing at altitudes below 1000m above sea level

Cerro Castor is the only ski resort in South America and one of the few in the world where you can ski practically at sea level. (base 180 m asl – summit 990 m asl)  

Skiing at low altitudes, almost at sea level, allows for better oxygenation, less strain on the cardiovascular system, and, consequently, greater enjoyment of skiing.
The typical discomforts that occur when skiing at altitudes above 2,000 meters above sea level are absent in Ushuaia, and physical performance is improved, as well as reducing risks for those who lack adequate training or altitude adaptation.

Castor Hill was chosen as the Best Ski Resort from Argentina by the Ski World Awards

Do you want to know why the hill earned such a distinguished distinction?

On November 16, 2013 in the city of Kitzbühel, Austria, the prestigious organization SKI WORLD AWARDS which brings together world ski experts awarded the Cerro Castor in Ushuaia as the BEST SKI CENTER IN ARGENTINA.

This distinction recognizes not only the exceptional technical conditions of the mountain, but also the quality of the services, the preparation of the slopes and ski areas, impeccable logistics, and the attentive service provided to both elite athletes and the entire range and level of skiers.

Experience skiing at the highest international standard!

EXCLUSIVE variety of snow sports and entertainment 

Tired of sitting in the cafe reading a book while your family skis?

Ushuaia is snow and fun for the whole family. In addition to downhill skiing and snowboarding, the Ushuaia area Tierra Mayor Valley It functions as a large winter resort where you can enjoy a wide range of sports and entertainment, such as boat rides polar dog sleds, departures in snowmobiles, snowshoe hikes through the fantastic Fuegian forests, fun walks in snow banana either cross-country skiing for lovers of aerobic activities. This diversity offers three generations the unprecedented opportunity to "share and enjoy" a snow vacation. Added to this are magical journeys in the End of the World Train to the heart of the Tierra del Fuego National Park, navigation for the mythical Beagle Channel to see colonies of sea lions and birds, unforgettable vehicle trips 4 x 4 and much more…

Very comfortable average temperatures for snow activities

Fear of the “cold” of the end of the world?

It's very important to know that the only "extreme" thing in Ushuaia is its beauty. There are no extreme temperatures, nor are we at an extreme latitude. For example: The latitude of Ushuaia would place it in the northern hemisphere between the cities of Liverpool and of Edinburgh, that is, between the Beatles and the English Royal FamilyTierra del Fuego's "maritime" status also means that Ushuaia has milder temperatures than continental climates.
With an average of 0 °C in the city and -5 °C In the winter resorts, skiing or snow entertainment in Ushuaia is much less exposed than in ski resorts in Europe, United States either Canada where you can ski even at less than -20 °C .

Stunning landscapes and unique settings that combine mountains, forests and sea!

What sets Ushuaia apart from other winter resorts?

Ushuaia is the only ski resort in South America and probably the only one in the World where a visitor can be skiing or enjoying snow entertainment in the morning and afternoon just 20 minutes from the city port. Seeing a unique spectacle such as the sea lion colony, southern birds and marine ecosystem on modern boats that travel the picturesque Beagle Channel.

The mountain range of the Andes in its last stretch before plunging into the Atlantic, covered with lush forests of lengas and sour cherry trees and bordering on the mythical Beagle Channel, It offers a landscape to marvel at. Ushuaia combines mountain, forest, valley, and sea environments.

Unparalleled airport and air accessibility

What will the arrival by plane be like?

ORshuaia It has one of the main airports in the Argentina and the region. Aircraft such as Jumbo and Antonov operate on its runway without any problems and it was the only airport besides Ezeiza and Rio de Janeiro where the supersonic operated Concorde while it was active. Equipped with the most modern radio aid equipment for operational safety, the Airport of Ushuaia It has the highest rate of all-weather operations in the country, even higher than airports in Buenos Aires.

Ushuaia It is the only snow destination where modern wide-body equipment operates regularly and daily. Airbus 330 and 340 of Aerolíneas Argentinas.

International gastronomy

What's so surprising about the gastronomy of the end of the world?

Products "star" of the highest and most exclusive international cuisine such as Spider Crab (King Crab) and the Black Hake, very difficult to obtain even at exorbitant prices in the best restaurants in the world (and much less “fresh”), in Ushuaia are typical dishes that delight the most demanding palates.

In it Beagle Channel some of the best spider crabs in the world are produced and in the South Atlantic, off the coast of Tierra del Fuego, It is one of the few places in the world where fishing is carried out more than 1000 meters deep the coveted Black Hake, which is one of the most delicious meats you can taste.

Also the Fuegian Lamb It is considered one of the most delicate and tasty meats in the world due to the type of pasture that is completely natural and high saline content that it consumes.

This incomparable quality of sea and plain products has encouraged international chefs already locals to develop an exclusive gastronomy with its own identity, which also draws on seafood products, seaweed, Beagle Channel and exotic species of the Fuegian forests, which only occur in the city at the end of the world!

Service standards adapted to the high demands of the international market

Will Ushuaia have an acceptable level of services?

Since more than 30 years, in every summer season the city of Ushuaia It mainly receives international tourism, both by plane and through the more than three hundred cruise operations that the local port registers, which has conditioned the level of services according to the tastes and demands of this important demanding market. This has led to the development of 5-star hotels and luxury, as well as transportation and services designed to meet the expectations of the international high-end.

Those who arrive in winter can fully enjoy all the comfort and the wide range of services it offers. Ushuaia for international tourism.

Duty-free shopping

Is it true that you can buy imported goods tax-free in Ushuaia?

ORshuaia it's a “special customs area”
which exempts national and imported products from taxes, therefore it is the only winter resort on the continent that allows you to combine your snow holidays with visits to the duty free that exist in the city. For those families or groups of friends where there are members who are not fans of snow activities, or simply for those who love shopping, the possibility of "shopping" is another ideal complement that offers Ushuaia so that everyone can enjoy their stay during the winter holidays.

Extensive cultural and entertainment offering

And what is there to do other than skiing, snow activities or at night?

ORshuaia It is the only winter resort that offers an extraordinary variety of cultural offerings. former prison of Ushuaia transformed into Maritime Museum and Art gallery It is an attraction of truly international level.
The mythical Museum of the End of the World, he Yámana Museum and the Thematic Gallery last Bita They also offer visitors an extraordinary complement of high-flying cultural excellence.

Evening entertainment for all those who want to fully enjoy their winter holidays.

Contents Courtesy of:

Municipal Tourism Secretariat of Ushuaia
www.turismoushuaia.com
and Photos: Cerro Castor (by Fotiar)

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