Arctic Heli Skiing - Iceland

Where the Arctic Ocean
Meets the Sky

Arctic Heli Skiing delivers an unmatched heli skiing experience on Iceland’s Troll Peninsula, combining helicopters with expert guiding to access the country’s most exclusive terrain. With over 6,000 km² of mountains, glaciers, and fjords, the area offers summit-to-sea runs, vertical descents up to 1,500m, and terrain suited to every skier’s ability.

As Iceland’s first heli skiing company, Arctic Heli Skiing holds exclusive rights to what is widely considered the best heli ski terrain in the country. The operation is family-owned and based out of Klængshóll Lodge, situated at the edge of the mountains, with helicopters departing minutes from the lodge. Guests benefit from experienced guides, small-group setups, and a focus on safety and service.

The season runs from mid-February to the end of June, with powder snow early in the season and excellent corn skiing later. Skiing down to the ocean, chasing first descents, and exploring Iceland’s dramatic landscapes—volcanoes, lava fields, hot springs, and fjords—combine for a true Arctic adventure.

Guests can select from a variety of programs tailored to different preferences. Options include the Classic Program with shared helicopter flights, the Premium Program for a semi-private experience, the Private Program with a dedicated helicopter, and the Ultimate Private Program with luxury accommodations at Karlsá Lodge or Hotel Hjalteyri.

Shorter adventures, including Single and 2-Day Programs and Heli-Assisted Ski Touring, provide flexible ways to explore the Troll Peninsula, ensuring an unforgettable experience for every skier.

What’s included?

✔️ Accommodation – 4 or 6 nights at Klængshóll Lodge double occupancy

✔️ All Meals & Snacks – All meals starting with lunch on the day of arrival

✔️ The services of the most experienced and only Internationally Certified Icelandic heli ski guides

✔️ Exclusive access to the longest runs and best summit to sea skiing in Iceland

·✔️ Helicopters operated by Heli Austria, one of the largest mountain flying operations in the Alps with over 35 years of experience in the field of heli skiing

✔️ Small Group Ratios – Ski in groups of 4 for more runs and personalised service

✔️ 4 or 6 Possible Ski Days / 6 hours flight time 4 or 6 hrs total flight time per person (average 1 hour flight time p/day)

✔️ Vertical – average approximately 24,000 metres - 36,000 metres

✔️ Avalanche Safety Gear – Transceiver, probe, shovel, harness, and Pieps Jetforce airbag

✔️ Skiers – High-performance Völkl skis provided and designed for deep snow

✔️ Lodge amenities – such as hot tub, sauna and spa, AM stretch and/or yoga class

✔️ Down day activities such as ski touring, whale watching, sea angling, geothermal baths, farm visits, hot springs, climbing & cultural tours

✔️ Getting here – Guests fly into Reykjavík, Iceland and can take a domestic flight or self drive to Akureyri where a 45 minute ground transfer is included

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