Ski touring programs in iceland and around the globe

Bergmenn Mountain Guides (the parent company of Arctic Heli Skiing) offers a variety of ski touring programs in Iceland as well as Greenland, Antarctica and Japan. Our ski touring programs include accommodation, all meals and transportation. Below is an overview of our ski programs on offer.

By clicking on "Details" below each program you will be redirected to our Bergmenn Mountain Guides website where you can find further details about our ski touring programs.

If you are interested in adding ski touring before or after a heli skiing program please contact us for options and details.

Iceland Ski Touring Programs

Iceland is a world class destination for ski touring, backcountry skiing and ski mountaineering. The centers of activity is the Troll Peninsula in northern Iceland with vertical descents of up to 1500m or almost 5000ft, thousands of peaks and slopes for all abilities with abundant snow fall make this a paradise for skiers and mountaineers. The season runs from the end of February through the end of May, and with the continual daylight of the Arctic Sun overhead and mild temperatures, snow conditions remain favorable with great corn skiing and the occasional powder dump well into June. The fact that Iceland is surrounded by the Arctic Ocean makes for incredible opportunities of skiing right down to the ocean on stable coastal snowpack but also adds the excitement of Arctic weather and conditions. Iceland is a true adventure skiing destination.

Troll Peninsula 4 & 6 day programs

Our original ski touring programs based out of the renovated Karlsa Ski Lodge. We have thought of everything so that you don´t have to. Our guides have years of experience on the Troll Peninsula and know where to go for the best snow and conditions. After a good day out guests can enjoy a soak in the hot tub or some time in the sauna followed by mouth watering cuisine prepared by our local chef.

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Eastfjords Land of Dragons

Based at the comfortable and charming Mjóeyri Lodge in the picturesque Eskifjord, we will explore the surrounding mountains and passes. Each day we will drive a short distance from one fjord to another to access the best ski touring areas. Dinners are served at the Randulff's Sea House museum adding a fantastic cultural twist to your great day of ski touring.

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Sailboat Ski Touring

The combination of a 60ft yacht, superb ski touring terrain and the breath taking beauty of Hornstrandir Nature Reserve is the recipe for this unique ski touring adventure. Based out of our floating mountain hut Aurora we explore the remote Cape Horn region and the Glacier Fjords of NW Iceland. We will traverse from one fjord to another each day as the Aurora sails around to meet us on the other side. This is truly slow travel and a great way to escape into the wilds.

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Siglo Ski Touring 4 & 6 day programs

For this one of a kind ski touring trip we will be based out of the charming Siglo Hotel. All rooms in this brand new high end hotel have views over the surrounding mountains and marina. After a great day of skiing you can relax on the cozy window seat of your room and enjoy the views in this quiet little fishing village, lounge in the spa or go for a stroll and visit one of the great little museums or cafes in town.

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Westfjords Kviar Hut

Six days of world class skiing and cozy dinners by the fire in the evenings based out of Kvíar at the center of the Hornstrandir Nature Reserve. Kvíar is a great getaway and the perfect stepping stone for ski touring trips. We use our comfortable speedboat Bjarnarnes to shuttle us to the best skiing locations in the area each day. Traversing from one fjord to another is the name of the game here as we seek out the best skiing and snow in this amazing mountain and ocean playground.

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Private Guiding

Bergmenn Mountain Guides specialize in custom made mountain adventures in Iceland, Greenland and the Arctic North. If you are looking for a private mountain guide for ice climbing, rock climbing, alpine climbing, ski touring, heli skiing or any mountain related activity we are here to help you out. Most of our touring programs can be modified to suit you, or your groups needs be it in terms of dates or length of trip, depending on availability.

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International Programs

Although the ski season in ''Niceland'' is long and plentiful ranging from late February through June we find that an "off season" can be a little boring. Our international ski trips make for a great way to extend the best season (skiing of course) of the year. Each year we embark on finding and exploring our dream destinations and we would love for you to join us. How about a pre or post season trip to Antarctica, Japan or South America. Watch the next ski movie premier and say "been there done that".

Antarctica Adventure

This is one you will never forget. A great way to experience this most remote of ski destinations with unrivaled vistas, glacier covered peaks, icebergs and wildlife all while surrounded by experts in each field. The Antarctic Peninsula ski expedition will be a memory etched in your mind forever.

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Greenland Ski Touring

Based out of the Tasiilaq mountain hut on the East Coast of Greenland this ski touring and mountaineering trip is something that should be on any serious skiers bucket list. Surrounded by spectacular granite peaks and endless glaciers the possibilities for ski touring are endless.

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Japan Powder Experience

Our voyage takes us to the powder blessed forests of Hokkaido Island, which the local farmers believe to be haunted by the spirits of the roaming Ronin warriors. Each day will feature a complete dose of the renowned Japanese snow along with a complete immersion into the culture of this great island.

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