Cerro Castor – Ushuaia
Overview
Located in Tierra del Fuego, mere miles from the Beagle Channel, Cerro Castor holds the title of the southernmost ski resort on Earth. Its extreme southern latitude guarantees the longest, most reliable ski season in South America, and some of the coldest, highest-quality snow on the continent, making it a frequent late-season training ground for international World Cup ski teams.
Hotels
Guests have the option to stay right at the snowy base, or down in the rugged, atmospheric port city of Ushuaia:
• Castor Ski Lodge: Located directly at the base of the mountain, this complex features beautifully designed, private timber chalets. It offers the ultimate ski-in/ski-out convenience, massive stone fireplaces, and an exclusive, quiet mountain atmosphere.
• Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa: Positioned high on a ridge overlooking the Beagle Channel, this striking 5-star hotel offers dramatic, moody luxury. It features an incredible network of indoor and outdoor infinity pools, premium dining, and a daily private shuttle to the slopes.
• Castor Ski Lodge: Located directly at the base of the mountain, this complex features beautifully designed, private timber chalets. It offers the ultimate ski-in/ski-out convenience, massive stone fireplaces, and an exclusive, quiet mountain atmosphere.
• Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa: Positioned high on a ridge overlooking the Beagle Channel, this striking 5-star hotel offers dramatic, moody luxury. It features an incredible network of indoor and outdoor infinity pools, premium dining, and a daily private shuttle to the slopes.
Terrain & Amenities
• The Terrain: Operating entirely at a lower altitude (the base is just 195m above sea level), the mountain does not suffer from altitude sickness issues but still receives massive, freezing oceanic storms. The terrain features sustained, incredibly consistent pitches, world-class groomers, and fantastic tree skiing through dense, moss-draped Lenga forests that protect the snow from the wind.
• Amenities: The base area is incredibly modern, featuring one of the most efficient lift networks in Argentina. The on-mountain dining is exceptional, heavily featuring the region’s famous specialty: fresh Patagonian King Crab, served alongside premium local craft beers.
• Amenities: The base area is incredibly modern, featuring one of the most efficient lift networks in Argentina. The on-mountain dining is exceptional, heavily featuring the region’s famous specialty: fresh Patagonian King Crab, served alongside premium local craft beers.
How to arrive
The resort is situated 26km (16 miles) from the Ushuaia International Airport (USH), which is roughly a 3-hour flight from Buenos Aires. The drive from the city to the mountain takes just 30 minutes on a fully paved route.
