Las Leñas

Right on the Andes in the province of Mendoza at 2,256 meters above sea level, there lies the Valle de Las Leñas - Argentina's most modern integral mountain sport center - which encompasses 228 hectares of outstanding natural beauty. The towering Andean mountains, covered by the best snow in the region, constitute the perfect setting for this complex's famous runs, whether for inexperienced, intermediate or expert skiers. The valley may be accessed directly, which guarantees shorter transfers and longer fun. There are scheduled flights to San Rafael and charters to Malargüe; and Buenos Aires is just a 1,212-km (757-mile) drive away.

The valley offers different accommodation alternatives ranging from an exclusive de luxe five-star hotel with amazing views of the Andes to hotels, apart-hotels, apartments and dormitories. Restaurants, an international casino and a disco complete this outstanding vacation center's supply of entertainment options.

SKI AND SNOWBOARD SCHOOL

The Escuela de Esqui de Las Leñas is perfect to learn how to ski and snowboard. It is staffed with a team of 120 instructors, both Argentines and foreigners, in order to ensure everybody's needs are satisfied.

Baby Leñas: It provides baby-sitting services for babies from 2 months to 1 year of age.
Mini Leñas: It offers introductory lessons with soft boots and skis for 1- to- 3-year-olds.
Jardín de Nieve: For kids between 3 and 6 years of age.
Specialized instructors teach children to take their first skiing steps.

LIFTS

The valley has 12 lifts that can carry 9,200 skiers per hour.

GROOMING AND SNOW-MAKING FACILITIES

Five cats are used for the daily grooming of the trails. This center's snow-making machines may cover with artificial snow over 40 hectares of skiable runs apart from the base.