High in the Andes mountains, on the edge of an altitude lake – is a ski area like no other.
Portillo, Chile has been on the map for all avid skiers since the mid 60’s. The opposite of a corporate mega-resort, Portillo offers undeniable charm with unparalleled skiing. For a limited time, you can sign up for our August 2027 Camp at the 2026 pricing.
From the trip description by Destination Ski Camps
On-snow support
- Independent: Below this trip's level of support
Ski or ride independently, without trip staff accompanying you on the mountain.
- Hosted: With your coach
Trip hosts ski or ride with the group, help everyone get oriented, and share local knowledge.
- Guided: With your coach
Professional guides lead the group and select suitable terrain and routes based on conditions and ability.
- Coached: Included
Professional coaches lead the group, select suitable terrain, and provide instruction and personalized feedback to help you improve.
- 6 days on snow with staff
- Coaching campWarm up free skiing, followed by performance coaching – focus on stance, dynamic balance, skiing mechanics, flow, carving.
Terrain, ability and who it is for
- We started our camps to give strong intermediate, advanced and expert skiers the opportunity for a full immersion skiing experience in some of the world’s most beautiful resorts, as well as elite-level coaching to help them achieve their personal goals.
- Exploring the mountain! Skiing conditions du jour while Developing tactics and confidence in crud, bumps, powder, and steeps.
- Developing skills in all conditions and terrain with feedback suited to each participant. (Stance, balance, turning, edging and pressure control skills)
- Personal coaching based on skiing performance and video review
- Evening video review of the day’s performance.
- Identifying an improvement plan for continued progress after camp.
- Heli-skiing optional (involves an additional fee)
- Sport
- Ski
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What the price includes
Included
- Lodging
- Meals
- Lesson
- Transfers
- Daily video review & analysis
- World-Class coaching from the DSC Coaching team
- 8 days of skiing
- 4 meals per day
- Private shuttle roundtrip to/from Santiago airport
- Daily video review & analysis
- 7 nights of lodging in the Octagon Lodge in quad rooms
Not included
- Heli-skiing · extra cost"Heli-skiing optional (involves an additional fee)"
- Airfare to Santiago airport
- Alcohol
Not confirmed by the operator: Lift pass.
Day by day
Portillo, Chile ( July 31 to August 7, 2027)
(+ travel) for 8 days on snow
- Step 1: July 30thdepart the U.S. in the evening and arrive in Santiago the morning of the 31st.
- Step 2: July 31st (Day 1)shuttle from Santiago to Portillo. Have lunch, warm up free ski if you still have energy -and an evening Welcome Cocktail Reception, followed by dinner.
- Step 3: August 1st to 6th8am – Breakfast in the main dining room9:30 – Morning Ski SessionWarm up free skiing, followed by performance coaching – focus on stance, dynamic balance, skiing mechanics, flow, carving.12:30pm – Lunch at our table in the main dining room, or on-mountain at Tio Bob’s!1:45 – Afternoon Ski SessionAdventure skiing – explore Portillo’s terrain, ski conditions du jour, tactics for steeps, bumps, powder, crud.4:00pm – Wrap up the ski day, get out of your ski boots and head to the cinema for video review.4:30pm – DebriefVideo Review and Analysis in the cinema, and planning for the next day.5:00 – Tea-time, Chilean Style or start down time early.6:00 – Down timeVisit the fitness center for a work out, the spa for a sauna or massage, or watch the Andean sunset from the outdoor hot tubs. Hit up the bar for a drink and appetizer, or take a nap and just relax before dinner. The hotel also features a climbing wall, game room, and full court gymnasium.7:45 – Dinner at our table in the Hotel dining room10:00pm – Head to bed, or visit the Portillo bar for live music and dancing!
- Step 4: August 7th (Day 8) includes morning free ski, and a private shuttle to Santiago for your night flight home.
- Step 5: August 8th – Arrive back in the U.S.
From the trip description by Destination Ski Camps
Where you stay
7 nights of lodging in the Octagon Lodge in quad rooms
Just adjacent to the main hotel, the Octagon Lodge offers rooms for up to 4 people. Each Octagon room features two comfortable bunk beds and a private bathroom. Guests will dine in the Hotel and enjoy access to all of the hotel’s facilities and activities. An upgrade to a room in the main hotel is available – See the pricing page for a complete list of lodging options.
The iconic Hotel Portillo has 123 rooms all with spectacular views of the Inca Lagoon or the Valley area. The Hotel is the epicenter of the resort and, apart from on-mountain lunch spots, all dining and recreational activities are conveniently located within the hotel.
Getting There
Please arrive in time to board our Private Shuttle, departing SCL airport at 9am. Arrival by 7am should accomplish this.
Note: If you are unable to make our shuttle for any reason, including airline delays or flight cancellations, you are responsible for the cost of your transportation to Portillo.
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Dates and prices
- Jul 31 – Aug 7, 20272027 · 8 days7,495 USD$7495 total per person, Octagon Lodge quad room; triple $7995, double $8495, Hotel Portillo rooms $9295 to $15,295 (single suite). Printed as $ only; USD assumed (US company).AvailableChoose these datesBook on company website
Printed as "Portillo, Chile ( July 31 to August 7, 2027)" on the camp page; the All Camps page prints "July 30 - Aug 7, 2027" (July 30 is the overnight flight from the U.S.).
Prices, taxes and fees, required extras, inclusions, availability, and booking terms can change. Confirm the current price and trip details on the company website; source last reviewed September 24, 2026.
Good To Know
We will send an invoice with your remaining balance, due April 30, 2027
Deposit refundable until 60 days prior to the first day of camp (minus a 15% cancellation fee). Within 60 days, of the first day of the trip, all deposits are non-refundable even in the event of sudden illness or injury to you or your family. We highly recommend that you purchase trip cancellation insurance available through most travel or insurance agencies.
*For all Hotel Portillo double occupancy rooms, we will attempt to pair you with another DSC participant of the same gender, but we cannot guarantee a roommate will be available. If a roommate is not available, your lodging will default to a Single room in the Hotel, and the price will adjust accordingly. For Octagon double room, your lodging will default to Triple or Quad and price will adjust accordingly.
Our insurance carrier requires all participants to carry an Emergency Medical Travel Insurance Policy. We also highly recommend you purchase a Trip Cancellation Insurance policy. These types of policies are available through many providers.*
Upgraded lodging options (total price): Triple Room in Octagon Lodge – $7995 per person; Double room in Octagon Lodge – $8495 per person; Double room in Hotel Portillo (Valley View) – $9295 per person; Double room in Hotel Portillo (Lake View) – $9795 per person; Double Room in Hotel Portillo (Lake View with Balcony) – $10,495 per person; Single room in Hotel Portillo (Valley View) – $10,995; Single room in Hotel Portillo (Lake View) – $11,395; Single room in Hotel Portillo (Lake View with Balcony) – $11,995; Single Suite in Hotel Portillo – $15,295
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