Cerro Castor is an outstanding ski resort located on the southern slope of Cerro Krund, 26 kilometers from Ushuaia, in the Argentine province of Tierra del Fuego. Inaugurated in 1999, it stands out for being the southernmost ski center in the world, offering a season that extends from June to October, the longest in the southern hemisphere. Its geographical location and the climatic conditions of the valley allow it to maintain an excellent quality of snow and has 32 slopes covering approximately 30 skiable kilometers, distributed in different levels of difficulty: 9 green, 4 blue, 9 red and 4 black.
It also has 12 lifts, including five quad chairlifts, three ski lifts and four chairlifts, with a transport capacity of up to 9,500 people per hour. The infrastructure is complemented by a snowpark, cross-country ski circuits and areas for snowboarding and snowshoeing.
In response to the challenges of climate change, Cerro Castor has invested significantly in snowmaking technology. It now has the most extensive network in the southern hemisphere, with a new pumping station and 90 snowmaking outlets distributed throughout the mountain. These investments ensure a more stable and competitive ski season, attracting both tourists and professional training teams.
Cerro Castor’s management is family-run and is led by Gastón Begué –son of founder Juan Carlos Begué – a former Argentine Olympic skier and current president and operating director of the resort. He represented Argentina in the 1992 Winter Olympic Games in Albertville and 1994 in Lillehammer, competing in disciplines such as Super-G, Giant Slalom and Slalom. His outstanding sporting career earned him the recognition of the Senate of the Argentine Nation, which in 2017 awarded him the silver medal in the “Delfo Cabrera ” Awards for his exemplary career in alpine skiing. His experience in international competitions and training in European ski resorts have been instrumental in positioning Cerro Castor as a world-class destination, with standards comparable to the leading ski resorts in Europe.
What’s new at Cerro Castor in 2025
Cerro Castor, the southernmost ski center in the world, located 26 km from Ushuaia, Argentina, is preparing for the 2025 winter season with important new features that will improve the experience of skiers and visitors. Among the main additions are the inauguration of the “Del Valle” quad chairlift and the expansion of the Krundi Club, aimed at the youngest skiers.
New “Del Valle” chairlift
The “Del Valle” quad chairlift is located at the foot of the Viejo Castor restaurant, in the eastern area of the mountain. This new lift, with a total travel of 1,400 meters, makes it easier for skiers to enjoy the ski area since:
“It improves the connection with key slopes such as the black Zorro Colorado and the red La Brecha and Las Lajas.”
Thanks to the new chairlift, the flow of skiers is optimized and decongests high-demand areas. In addition, its location complements the Sun and East ski lifts, improving access and circulation on the mountain.
Expansion of the Krundi Club
With families and younger skiers in mind, Cerro Castor has expanded the facilities of the Krundi Club, the Ski School’s service for children between 3 and 6 years old. Located at Cota 480, next to the Magic Carpets, the building now has 43% more surface area in its multipurpose room and storage room, and 75% more space in the lunch and snack area. These improvements will make it possible to receive up to 240 children during high-demand weeks, improving the quality of service for families.
Pre-sales and additional services
To facilitate season planning, Cerro Castor has relaunched the“Castor Pack“, an online service that combines the purchase of ski passes and ski equipment rental at promotional prices. Skiers can purchase these services on the official website, with financing options in interest-free installments with Visa and Mastercard credit cards.
With these additions, Cerro Castor reaffirms its commitment to the continuous improvement of its facilities and services, consolidating itself as a reference destination for winter sports lovers in the southern hemisphere.
