WHAT PROGRAM IS RIGHT FOR ME?
We offer 4 different heli skiing and snowboarding programs for guests to choose from based on your group size and preferences. We use Eurostar H125 helicopters which fit 4 guests plus the guide and pilot. Our Classic program is meant for group sizes from 1-12 guests. Our Premium program is designed for groups of 8 skiers, and our Private program options are ideal for groups of up to 4 looking for freedom and flexibility.
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO JOIN?
This is a tricky question and really depends on what experience you are looking for. The season in Iceland can be split into three, with March to mid April being the time for cold snow and powder conditions, Northern Lights and cool temperatures. Mid April through May is the transition period from winter to spring with awesome corn snow skiing and still a good chance at getting some fresh snow that stays cold on the Northern aspects for days. June is the last month we ski and there you have incredible corn snow, minimal avalanche danger and the never setting Midnight Sun allowing you to ski at any hour during the day or night.
*Note: mid April to mid May is the high season for skiing on the Troll Peninsula and programs during this time get booked well in advance.
HOW MUCH SKIING IN 1 HOUR OF FLIGHT TIME?
Some operations charge per vertical feet or meters skied. We charge per minute as the helicopter is flying. With this setup we have calculated that our guests get about 20% more skiing for money spent than if they were being charged for meters or feet skied. Flight time is calculated from when the helicopter leaves the ground and until it touches down again. If the helicopter is on ground and idling the time is not ticking but if we are doing a technical tow in landing on a steep ridge for example where the pilot is basically still flying the helicopter as we get out, the time is ticking. In 1 hour of flight time guests can expect 6-8 runs, this translates to approximately 80,000 on our Classic 4 day program or 120,000 vertical feet on our Classic 6 day program, and 100,000 to 140,000 on our Premium and Private 4 or 6 day programs.
Looking for More Options?
In addition to our skiing programs in Iceland we offer heli skiing programs in Greenland and Sweden as well an extensive list of ski touring packages in Iceland and Greenland as well as Japan and Antarctica. Each year we embark on finding and exploring our dream destinations and we would love for you to join us so if you have something in mind please contact us.
