Cerro Batea Mahuida

The Cerro Batea Mahuida ski resort is located in the Andes mountain range, 6 km from Villa Pehuenia, which belongs to Argentina, but can be confusing due to its location on the border with the Republic of Chile. The faults chosen for sporting practice are optimal due to snow accumulation and wind. Although it’s a short season, it provides all the comfort you need and is ideal for children and beginners wanting to learn to ski.

Cerro Batea Mahuida ski resort

The imposing natural wealth of the Cerro Batea Mahuida ski resort is located in the Andes mountains, 320 km from Neuquén. Some 1500 km south of Buenos Aires and bordering on the Republic of Chile, where it combines with Mapuche history and culture. The resort owes its name to the Cerro Batea Mahuida volcano on the north bank of the Alumine River.

At 1,546 meters above sea level is the confectionery-restaurant, serving regional dishes based on typical products. Also at this height are ski instructors, ski, boot, pole and snowboard rentals, and pass sales. While next to this physical space there’s an excellent vantage point for tourists to admire the ski slopes immersed in a magnificent landscape, from which you can see Lake Aluminé. The hill also boasts a first-aid room, piste patrol services and free parking.

The ski slopes

The Cerro Batea Mahuida ski resort has a 1,000-meter-long main run and three lifts. The station has a maximum height of 1,740 meters and a minimum height of 1,650 meters (90-meter vertical drop). The resort has a total of 2.5 km of easy slopes. The resort is not suitable for professional or freeride skiers, but is ideal for beginners and children wanting to learn to ski.

Ski resort activities

At Cerro Batea Mahuida ski resort, you can enjoy Nordic and Alpine skiing. You can also go snowshoeing through the araucaria forests, or snowmobiling if you’re in the mood for a bit more adrenaline. All activities are adapted for people with reduced mobility, for even greater enjoyment. What’s more, the resort has a confectionery where you can sample typical dishes such as pignon (fruit of the araucaria tree) and Mapuche handicrafts once you’ve finished your day’s skiing.

Sustainable development at Cerro Batea Mahuida resort

Panama and Argentina have already taken the first steps towards electricity-powered urban transport, following in the footsteps of countries such as Chile and China. According to a report by the Ministry of Energy, the country is determined to achieve sustainable, low-carbon development. Underpinning this goal is the conviction to keep moving forward

“PROMOTE ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND THE USE OF RENEWABLE ENERGIES AS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE TRANSITION TO A CLEAN AND EFFICIENT ENERGY MODEL”.

Over time, various projects are being promoted. The overall urban mobility plan is to encourage the use of alternative mass transit systems, including projects such as Metrocable, currently run by MiBus, as a new way of getting around without polluting. A total of 17 companies from seven countries took part in a visit to the San Miguelito district, where construction of the Metrocable stations is planned. The first possible Metrocable route runs from the Belisario Porras corregimiento to Cerro Batea in Los Andes, while the second could end at the Crisol station.

Unforgettable experiences at Cerro Batea Mahuida

At Cerro Batea Mahuida ski resort, everything doesn’t stop when the sun goes down. As well as contemplating the sunset, you can enjoy impressive torch-lit descents, with the slopes lit up at night by all the skiers for a unique and unforgettable experience. An incredible spectacle that will make your Cerro Batea Mahuida experience one to remember.

Cerro Batea Mahuida mountain resort in verano

In summer, the Cerro Batea Mahuida resort offers a wide range of activities, from hiking to mountain biking. You can also access the volcano’s crater lagoon, summit and antenna lookout with the best views of Villa Pehuenia and lakes Aluminé and Moquehue. You can also spend the day with family or friends in the incredible scenery, swim in the lake and even take a boat trip.

Hotels in Cerro Batea Mahuida

Posada La Escondida ****

The hotel boasts panoramic views and is located in Villa Pehuenia, a few kilometers from the Cerro Batea Mahuida ski resort, in a beautiful lakeside setting. A continental breakfast is served daily in the restaurant or in the rooms. Rooms feature TVs, balconies with splendid lake views, air conditioning, minibars, safes and bathrooms with relaxing whirlpool baths. A tour desk, laundry and ironing service and free parking are available on site.

Complejo Puerto Malén Club de Montaña ***

The Puerto Malén is located in Villa Pehuenia, just 150 meters from Lake Aluminé and the Cerro Batea Mahuida ski resort. It offers independent guest rooms overlooking the lake. Overlooking the garden, rooms at Puerto Malén include a TV and private bathroom with shower. Laundry service is also available at an additional cost. The chalets feature a whirlpool bath and a terrace overlooking the lake and mountains. The town’s main square is 200 meters away, while the Microwave Terminal is 500 meters from the port of Malén.

Hostel Andino

Hostel Andino is located in Villa Pehuenia, a 20-minute drive from the Cerro Batea Mahuida ski resort. It offers free Wi-Fi, a barbecue and a solarium. Private parking is available free of charge. All rooms feature a TV and a private bathroom with bath or shower. Some have a seating area and some have a balcony or terrace. Reception is open 24 hours a day. The surrounding area is ideal for skiing and horse riding. An ideal place to enjoy your vacation in the heart of nature.

Skiing at Cerro Batea Mahuida: resort highlights

• The resort’s small size is flattering, as it has no long queues and few built-up areas.
• Beginner trails accessible from the bottom of the resort. The resort focuses solely on beginners, easy runs.
• Activities and access adapted for disabled people.