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Catedral Argentina Tour

ARGENTINA SKI & SNOWBOARD CAMP	8 Day Sessions (up to 4 sessions) - Bariloche/Catedral	From USD $2,195
	SGT's program in Bariloche at Cerro Catedral provides a guided backcountry experience for adults as well as camps for college students and 15-18 year old shredders. Adults are welcome in all sessions, although session 3 is specifically geared towards adults. Lodging (group options available) Daily breakfasts & dinners Lift tickets Daily guiding & coaching Airport pick-up & drop-off from Bariloche Plus lots more.....
Price based on USD per person per week inc taxes. Prices correct as at March 2012. Subject  to availability.

SASS Cerro Catedral Guided Ski and Snowboard Trips SASS Global Travel (SGT) provides fully guided and hosted ski and snowboard trips to Cerro Catedral (Bariloche) in Argentina - the ultimate Southern Hemisphere snow experience!

These trips are best suited to advanced and expert riders who want to shred powder and get into the side-country and backcountry. And if you want to launch off massive jumps and cliffs with big soft landings, land your first back-flip, or ski steep couloirs, that’s all possible too! Push yourself with some of the best pro backcountry skiers and riders in the industry.

The SASS Global Travel lodging is located on-mountain at Cerro Catedral with only a short walk to the lifts, so you can be ripping the slopes in just minutes.

With SASS Global Travel (SGT) you can:

• Improve your ski/snowboard and backcountry skills in an incredible setting in the heart of the Andes
• Obtain your AIARE Level I and II avalanche safety certifications
• Make the most of the sick terrain at Cerro Catedral, South America’s largest ski resort – endless lines through the trees, chutes, cliffs and bowls with amazing sidecountry and touring options
• Experience the culture and language of Argentina.
• Experience Argentina's largest and most sociable backcountry guiding operation – hang out with other like minded shredders and enjoy the camaraderie with new found friends.

Programs SGT offers four programs that run concurrently from their facility at Cerro Catedral in 2012. Programs are open to advanced skiers and snowboarders aged 15 to 51, and span over 5 1/2 weeks from July to September. The SGT staff and guides are professional, sociable and always fun, with the "average" client in their mid-20s. Working adults in their mid-30s and beyond may find their best fit in SGT's "adults only program" during Session 3.

There are three sessions total (see dates below), with half-sessions (8 Days) and per-day pricing available for those looking for shorter trips.

Adults
Adult (18+) clients are welcome during any session, but the new 11-Day Session 3 is specifically geared towards working adults looking to get into the backcountry without taking too many vacation days. The adult clientele typically range from twenty-somethings to adventurers in their 40s. They share the experience of untracked pow lines, incredible Argentine cuisine and wine, and the infamous Argentine nightlife with each other and the great staff of professional skiers, snowboarders, and guides. The friendships formed are fantastic, and many adult clients start planning other ski trips together as soon as they leave Argentina.

Roxy Women's Session
Roxy pro riders Erin Comstock and Robin Van Gyn join SGT guides to lead groups of female athletes into the backcountry in a women's freeride program unlike any other. Offered for 18+ riders only, this program runs during SGT's Session 3 and features special events, dinners and lots of shredding with some of the best female freeride athletes in the world.

College Students
Although college students are booked and treated as adults (and are priced the same), special programs are available for US and International students. In addition to a wide array of internships, Spanish courses are offered through Spanish Immersion Patagonia that meet many University study abroad requirements. College students can also take advantage of AIARE Level I or II avalanche safety certifications, or work with SGT staff to develop a custom internship for their major.

Under 18s
The SGT coaching and guiding staff have been introducing older teens to the backcountry for nearly 8 years. Minors aged 15-17 are welcomed during Sessions 1 and 2, with professional supervision provided by SGT's "live-in" coaching and guiding staff. One week camps are available but a minimum of two weeks is highly recommended. Improve your riding and backcountry skills, experience a new culture and learn from the pros in a unique environment. This is way cooler than any other ski or snowboard camps out there.

2012 Session Dates SGT Argentina Program Dates SGT offers Half Sessions (8 Days) and Full Sessions (15 Days), ending with a special 11 Day “Adults Only” session.

• Session 1 A – 8 Days: July 25 – August 1
• Session 1 B – 8 Days: August 1 – August 8
• Session 2 A – 8 Days: August 8 – August 15
• Session 2 B – 8 Days: August 15 – August 22
• Session 3 – 11 Days (Adults Only): August 22 – September 1, 2012

• Adults are welcome to join any of the sessions
• All sessions start in San Carlos de Bariloche on Wednesday.

Inclusions Per client:

• Transfers between Bariloche Airport and accommodation (note additional cost below for under 18s travelling alone)
• Backcountry & avalanche awareness class
• Hosting and assistance with travel arrangements and activities

Per 8-Day Half Session (Full Session = 2x):

• 7 nights of lodging in the Cerro Catedral village
• 7 day lift ticket (lifts are open from 9am - 5pm!)
• 7 days of daily guiding & coaching (5:1 maximum client to guide ratio)
• High quality breakfast and dinner each day

Lodging Lodging is within the modern Soulmax complex, only 100 yards from the gondola. The complex is located next to a bar/restaurant and provides easy access to other restaurants, clubs and shops within the Cerro Catedral village. The standard package includes hotel lodging or you can upgrade to apartment accommodation which is ideal if you have your own family / group.

SGT Lodge @ SoulMax
Amenities include:

• Clean, comfortable rooms (most double or triple-occupancy -- single supplement available)
• Each room has a private bathroom
• Daily maid service
• TVs in every room
• 24/7 security
• Dining Room for breakfast and dinner
• Indoor/outdoor heated pool
• Common area with couches and open fire
• Games room with ping pong
• Wireless internet (runs at "Argentine speed")

Apartments @ SoulMax
The apartments are located next door to the hotel. The apartments were built in 2009 and have luxury finishes. The apartments include:

• Separate living/dining room with flat-screen TV
• One or two separate sleeping areas with customizable bedding arrangements
• Kitchenette and modern bathrooms
• Access to amenities located next door at the hotel

Safety and Guiding All SASS Global Travel guests will be provided with a backcountry awareness class to assist with making smart decisions in the backcountry. This includes experience in using an avalanche beacon, shovel, and probe.

The coaches and guides all have a minimum of Level 1 AIARE avalanche safety certification. The guides are highly experienced and have Level 2 or 3 certifications along with wilderness first aid certification.

Each group has a guide or coach and has no more than five guests. Depending on the weather and snow conditions, there’s plenty of flexibility regarding what you can do each day.

Cost: Half Session (8 Days): 

• Adult - $2195 USD
• Under 18 - $2395 USD

Full Session (15 Days): 

• Adult - $4195 USD
• Under 18 - $4395 USD

Please note: Transfers from the international airport (Ministro Pistarini International Airport, also known as Ezeiza) to the domestic airport (Aeroparque Jorge Newbery) in Buenos Aires are not included, but are required for Under-18 travelers. Cost: $100 Round-Trip.

Extras Extras include:

• Travel insurance is highly recommended. Check out travel insurance options here.
• Rental of required backcountry equipment (backpack/beacon/shovel/probe). Clients will be required to rent if they do not bring their own equipment.
• Single lodging supplement
• Professional photography of your experience from our on-staff photographer
• Spanish lessons & other classes offered by our staff or Sierra Nevada College
• Flights - get cheap flights here Other

Optional Activities(*additional fees apply):

• Overnight backcountry excursions to the Frey Hut or other refugios (paid in Argentina)
• Organized group transportation to town for adventures with our crew
• Easily accessible public transportation to explore Bariloche and the surrounding area
• Other activities including museum tours, boat tours, excursions, climbing, etc.

BookingsClick here to ask questions or to enquire about availability