About this experience
Your ski and snowboard lessons at Cerro Martial offer a uniquely welcoming experience unlike any other. Located just 7 km from downtown Ushuaia, Cerro Martial is known as the “Km 0 of skiing in the world”, and stands as the southernmost ski slope immersed in breathtaking Patagonian scenery.
The approach is simple and tailored to beginners: choose a 1-hour lesson to get your first feel for snow, equipment handling, correct body positioning, and sliding on gentle terrain under the watchful eye of a professional instructor. For those seeking more improvement, the 2-hour session deepens your technique with better turns, speed control, and the opportunity to try the snowpark featuring beginner kickers and rails.
In short: expert local instructors, beginner, first slopes, stunning vistas, and a relaxed vibe, without the crowds or high costs of large ski resorts. Ready to begin your snow story?
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
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Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Group Class Duration: Ski or Snowboard
- Professional guide and instructor
- Insurance and medical coverage
Not included
- Ski Transfer from Meeting Point
- Equipment (Boots + Skis / Board + Walking Sticks)
- Ski Lift passes to slopes
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Itinerary and highlights
With a one-hour ski or snowboard lesson at Cerro Martial, you’ll have your first fun and safe encounter with snow. Under the guidance of a professional instructor, you’ll begin by getting comfortable with the equipment, discovering the correct posture, and learning how to maintain balance on skis or board across gentle slopes. This is the ideal introduction to sliding for the first time and gaining confidence in a peaceful, beginner-friendly environment tailored for those taking their first steps in winter sports.
If you’d rather dive deeper and elevate your skills, the two-hour lesson is the perfect choice. During this session, your instructor will help you improve basic turns and optimize your control over speed and posture.
This proximity and easy access make it the ideal place to begin your snow sports journey in a natural, family-friendly setting suitable for all ages. The slopes are of low to medium difficulty, perfect for progressing without pressure, and the ski lift ensures seamless practice without added effort
After your lesson, you can relax at the mountain refuge or tea house located at the base of the slopes.
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Meeting and pickup information
- The glacier is located just 7 km northwest of downtown Ushuaia, which is about a 15-minute drive by car or taxi.
Languages and tickets
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Tangol
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Lessons do not include equipment or clothing; at VERTICAL SKI & SNOWBOARD, you can rent everything you need to enjoy the class.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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