Cerro Dormilón

2 Days - 1 Night
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Guided trip to one of the most lonely and beautiful huts in the northern area of the National Park. Crossing Nahuel Huapi by boat, sleeping in the hut, chatting by the fire and skiing with the lake at your feet. This is an incredible option if you are venturing into the activity.

Trip Planner

Food in the mountains

We recommend packing your snacks of choice for those long days in the mountains. Same goes for your favorite beverages. Eating well is key for keeping your strength up out in the wild. And to cope with the loss of appetite, the best you can have is a wide variety of food at your disposal, from sweet to sour and salty. Carrying at least 2 liters if water is essential.  

Accommodation during the trip

We’ll sleep at the hut. There are no services available at Dormilon. We’ll only need our sleeping bags.   

Travel and rescue insurance

An insurance plan is mandatory to protect yourself from the unexpected. Check with your insurance company on the details about coverage and policies. Feel free to contact us for details or in doubt. 

Gear list

Specifics:

  • Mountain skis with touring bindings and skins / Splitboard with bindings and skins 
  • Touring boots / snowboarding boots
  • Ski poles
  • Beacon, Shovel and Probe
  • Helmet
  • Crampons
  • Goggles
  • Gloves (two pairs)
  • Sunglasses / Sunscreen (+50) / Lip Balm

Layered clothing:

  • Base Layer Tops and Bottoms (Lightweight or Midweight, Synthetic)
  • Fleece sweater (100/200)
  • Rain Jacket
  • Insulated Jacket
  • Rain Pants
  • Ski socks
  • Change of clothes (shirt, base layer, gloves, socks, underwear)
  • Cap / hat 
  • Buff

Other:

  • Personal Bathroom Kit: Toilet Paper, Ziplock Bags, Personal Wipes, Hand Cleaner
  • 1lt water bottle (minimum) 
  • Thermos
  • First aid kit
  • Money and papers
  • Sleeping bag and insulation mat 
  • Camera and accessories
  • Trekking shoes

We have equipment for rent:

  • Skis / Skins and Bindings
  • Splitboard
  • Security kit (Beacon, Shovel and Probe)

Feel free to ask for pricing and availability.

Depending on snow conditions, we may have to walk with the skis on our backpacks. For this activity a comfortable and suitable backpack is advised. A good pair of shoes will also be necessary to walk to the skiing areas and down the hut.

Trip Details

Location: Bariloche / Villa La Angostura

Duration: 2 days (+ days are optional)

Dates: July to October

Requirements: Advanced ski level. Experience in backcountry skiing. Good physical condition.

 Guides and Ratio: 5:1

10 people max.

Included Services

  • Professional AAGM Ski Guide
  • Security Kit (Beacon, Shovel and Probe)
  • Accommodation in hut with dinner included
  • Personal insurance

Services Not Included

  • Breakfast, box lunch or meals during trips (feel free to ask)
  • Accommodation and transfers in/to Villa La Angostura
  • Touring skis or splitboards.
  • Some unspecified item in this programme.

Day 1: The journey begins from Villa La Angostura where we will meet at 8.30 am. We’ll cross the lake heading to the starting point of the trail that will lead us to Dormilon hut. We’ll plan our trip depending on weather conditions, practice searching with ARVA beacons, and climb up looking for the best conditions for skiing. 

Day 2: Summit day. After breakfast, we’ll go out and give our all in the search for Dormilon’s summit. Then we’ll point our skis to the lake and descent back to our home, the hut. After we pack our stuff, we’ll share a couple of drinks with our local guide and head back to Villa La Angostura. Our trip has ended, we give each other a huge hug and part ways full of experiences from this beautiful activity of backcountry skiing.