Chapelco

Set against the unequalled background of the Andes and giving travelers the possibility of enjoying panoramic views of the Lácar lake and the Lanín volcano from all its platforms, Chapelco is one of the most alluring ski resorts.

This important and exclusive mountain sport complex lies just 20 km (12 miles) away from the town of San Martin de los Andes - Neuquén province's main tourist center. Sitting on the shores of the Lácar lake and displaying mountain style architecture, Chapelco offers varied hotel infrastructure, such as guesthouses, cabanas (cottages), hotels and apart-hotels. The restaurants will lure you to discover a wide array of typical regional fare and to indulge ín the excellent international gastronomy. A night life enlivened by numerous pubs, bars and a casino will tempt you with the perfect combination of skiing and fun.

SKI AND SNOWBOARD SCHOOL

The Escuela de Esquí Chapelco is nationally and internationally renowned for the level of its training and instructors.

Chapelco Junior Academy: Especially organized skiing and snowboarding classes for 6-to l 5-year-olds.
Jardín de Nieve: Skiing lessons for children who are 3 to 5 by kindergarten teachers especially trained as ski instructors.
Guardería infantil: Day-care service for babies from 3 months to 3 years of age.

LIFTS

Cerro Chapelco has 12 modern lifts, can carry 12,000 skiers per hour.

GROOMING

The runs are maintained by means of 5 cats, 1 ratrack and 2 snowmobiles.