Portillo is a ski resort located in Valparaiso, Chile, sitting at an elevation range of 8,596ft (2620m) to 10,860ft (3310m). With a vertical drop of 2,264ft (690m), the resort offers 35 trails served by 14 lifts across 1,235 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Santiago International (SCL), approximately 120 minutes by car. The resort receives an average of 240 inches of snowfall annually.
Mid June to Early October
Fresh, uncompacted snow. Ideal conditions.
60cm
Snow Depth
(24")
-2°C
-11°C to -2°C
(12°F / 28°F)
240"
Annual Snowfall
(610cm)
0%
Snowmaking
coverage
240"
annual avg
35
Total Trails
14
Lifts
1,235
Skiable Acres
2,264ft
Vertical Drop
Portillo offers a balanced mix of terrain with 14% beginner, 34% intermediate, 31% advanced, and 21% expert-only runs. The abundance of black and double-black terrain makes this a destination for experienced skiers seeking a challenge.
14
Total Lifts
2,264ft
Vertical Drop
690m
(2,264ft)
10,860ft
Peak
8,596ft
Base
Day pass pricing across the season
$65
avg/day
July offers the best overall balance of snow quality, crowd levels, and pricing at Portillo. Expect reliable powder days with an average of 60cm of fresh snowfall. Moderate crowds mean reasonable lift lines, especially on weekdays.
August
55cm snow, moderate crowds, $75/day
October
$55/day, 5cm snow, very low crowds
40cm
snowfall
0°/-9°
high/low °C
crowds
$59
day pass
60cm
snowfall
-2°/-11°
high/low °C
crowds
$75
day pass
55cm
snowfall
-1°/-10°
high/low °C
crowds
$75
day pass
30cm
snowfall
3°/-6°
high/low °C
crowds
$62
day pass
5cm
snowfall
9°/-1°
high/low °C
crowds
$55
day pass
Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed weather forecasts, crowd analysis, and packing tips for Portillo.
Adult Day Pass
$68
per day
Season Pass
$750
full season
Day pass pricing at Portillo varies by date. Peak periods (holidays and weekends) may cost 10-15% more. Purchasing lift tickets online in advance typically saves $10-20 per ticket. Portillo is not currently part of a major multi-resort pass. Check the resort website for group rates and multi-day ticket bundles.
Santiago International (SCL)
Approx. 120 min drive
Valparaiso, Chile 🇨🇱
-32.8383°N, 70.1321°W
The drive from Santiago International to Portillo takes approximately 2 hours. Consider booking a shuttle transfer or renting a car with winter tires and chains.
Portillo offers a range of accommodation options for every budget. On-mountain lodging provides ski-in/ski-out convenience but typically costs 30-50% more than staying in the nearest town. Budget travelers can find hostel-style accommodations starting around $40 per night, while mid-range hotels and condos average $100-180 per night. Luxury ski-in/ski-out properties can exceed $250 per night during peak periods.
Booking 2-3 months in advance secures better rates, especially for holiday periods. Many resorts offer lift-and-lodging packages that bundle accommodation with multi-day tickets at a discount.