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Ski Touring and Heli-assisted Ski Touring Trips in Iceland!

Scandic Mountain Guides is an Icelandic company specializing in unforgettable ski touring adventures in northern Iceland. The Troll Peninsula serves as the primary skiing and hiking destination, offering stunning mountains, countless slopes, and breathtaking views of the Arctic Ocean.

The experienced guides will lead you to the best slopes Iceland has to offer, ensuring both excitement and safety throughout your journey.

Mountains & Terrain

When it comes to ski touring, few places in the world offer as many possibilities as the Troll Peninsula in Northern Iceland. Nestled between Skagafjรถrรฐur and Eyjafjรถrรฐur, this vast and largely unexplored peninsula is renowned as the most spectacular ski touring area in Iceland. The skiing slopes here are truly unique, boasting panoramic views of breathtaking terrain awaiting their first descents. Be prepared for a variety of skiing conditions, from fresh powder to stable spring corn snow, ideal for steep and extreme descents.

The region features exposed lines that present thrilling challenges, with vertical drops of up to 1,500 meters (approximately 5,000 feet) in the stunning Arctic mountains.
During winter, you can ski into the evening, marveling at the majestic Northern Lights dancing across the sky. In spring, there’s nothing quite like gliding down slopes flanked by towering peaks, culminating in a ride that meets the shoreline of the North Atlantic.

The Package

Scandic Mountain Guides, in partnership with Viking Heliskiing, boasts a skilled team of experienced guides dedicated to prioritizing your safety and enjoyment. They will expertly assess your groupโ€™s abilities and find the best terrain, leading you to untouched slopes eagerly awaiting their first descents.

You can opt for a package of solely Ski Touring or for Heli-Assisted Ski Touring including 2 heli drops per day (1 in the morning, 1 in the afternoon), in partnership with Viking Heliskiing Iceland.

Why We Love Scandic Mountain Guides

The Heli-assisted ski touring option!

The great variety of snow conditions throughout the season!

The possibility of witnessing the Northern Lights!

Ready to Freeride in Iceland?

Lodging

Siglufjรถrรฐur, Icelandโ€™s northernmost town, is nestled between majestic mountains and the stunning Arctic Ocean. As one of the best hotels in Iceland, Siglรณ Hotel offers a warm, relaxing atmosphere for guests. Each room boasts breathtaking views of the ocean and mountains. Guests can unwind in the hotelโ€™s spacious outdoor hot tub and sauna area.

For an exceptional dining experience, Sunna Restaurant, one of the top dining spots in North Iceland, offers a three-course dinner every evening, inspired by traditional local cuisine.

Getting There

Located mid-Atlantic, Iceland is conveniently situated close to both Europe and North America, with average flight times of three to four hours from most Western European cities and five to seven hours from North America. All international flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport, just outside of the capital, Reykjavik, in the south.

For onward travel to northern Iceland, domestic flights depart from Reykjavik Domestic Airport. Guests can book domestic flights to Akureyri Airport with Air Iceland, which typically offers five flights daily between Reykjavik and Akureyri.

Upon arrival at Akureyri Airport, the Scandic Mountain Guides staff will meet you in the Arrivals Lounge and transfer you to the Siglรณ Hote. The journey takes about one hour and features breathtaking views of the mighty Atlantic Ocean on one side and the impressive mountains of the Troll Peninsula on the other.

Interested in Ski Touring in Iceland?

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Ski Touring and Heli-assisted Ski Touring Trips in Iceland!

Scandic Mountain Guides is an Icelandic company specializing in unforgettable ski touring adventures in northern Iceland. The Troll Peninsula serves as the primary skiing and hiking destination, offering stunning mountains, countless slopes, and breathtaking views of the Arctic Ocean.

The experienced guides will lead you to the best slopes Iceland has to offer, ensuring both excitement and safety throughout your journey.

Mountains & Terrain

When it comes to ski touring, few places in the world offer as many possibilities as the Troll Peninsula in Northern Iceland. Nestled between Skagafjรถrรฐur and Eyjafjรถrรฐur, this vast and largely unexplored peninsula is renowned as the most spectacular ski touring area in Iceland. The skiing slopes here are truly unique, boasting panoramic views of breathtaking terrain awaiting their first descents. Be prepared for a variety of skiing conditions, from fresh powder to stable spring corn snow, ideal for steep and extreme descents.

The region features exposed lines that present thrilling challenges, with vertical drops of up to 1,500 meters (approximately 5,000 feet) in the stunning Arctic mountains.
During winter, you can ski into the evening, marveling at the majestic Northern Lights dancing across the sky. In spring, there’s nothing quite like gliding down slopes flanked by towering peaks, culminating in a ride that meets the shoreline of the North Atlantic.

The Package

Scandic Mountain Guides, in partnership with Viking Heliskiing, boasts a skilled team of experienced guides dedicated to prioritizing your safety and enjoyment. They will expertly assess your groupโ€™s abilities and find the best terrain, leading you to untouched slopes eagerly awaiting their first descents.

You can opt for a package of solely Ski Touring or for Heli-Assisted Ski Touring including 2 heli drops per day (1 in the morning, 1 in the afternoon), in partnership with Viking Heliskiing Iceland.

Why We Love Scandic Mountain Guides

The Heli-assisted ski touring option!

The great variety of snow conditions throughout the season!

The possibility of witnessing the Northern Lights!

Ready to Freeride in Iceland?

Lodging

Siglufjรถrรฐur, Icelandโ€™s northernmost town, is nestled between majestic mountains and the stunning Arctic Ocean. As one of the best hotels in Iceland, Siglรณ Hotel offers a warm, relaxing atmosphere for guests. Each room boasts breathtaking views of the ocean and mountains. Guests can unwind in the hotelโ€™s spacious outdoor hot tub and sauna area.

For an exceptional dining experience, Sunna Restaurant, one of the top dining spots in North Iceland, offers a three-course dinner every evening, inspired by traditional local cuisine.

Getting There

Located mid-Atlantic, Iceland is conveniently situated close to both Europe and North America, with average flight times of three to four hours from most Western European cities and five to seven hours from North America. All international flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport, just outside of the capital, Reykjavik, in the south.

For onward travel to northern Iceland, domestic flights depart from Reykjavik Domestic Airport. Guests can book domestic flights to Akureyri Airport with Air Iceland, which typically offers five flights daily between Reykjavik and Akureyri.

Upon arrival at Akureyri Airport, the Scandic Mountain Guides staff will meet you in the Arrivals Lounge and transfer you to the Siglรณ Hote. The journey takes about one hour and features breathtaking views of the mighty Atlantic Ocean on one side and the impressive mountains of the Troll Peninsula on the other.

Interested in Ski Touring in Iceland?

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Jose Luis Villalon 07/10/2024

TrustPilot
Great experience! Great communication throughout the entire process. A knowledgeable team giving advice considering individual needs and a great result at the end. It was a seamless experience and I will use them again for my next travel!

Stella 02/07/2024

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AWAVE Travel exceeded all my expectations! From the seamless booking process. The team was incredibly attentive and made sure every detail of our trip was taken care of. I can't wait t book my next adventure with them!

Xabi Fernandez 09/08/2024

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I stayed at Seasons Paradise 10 days in Maldives. Talked with Carlotta from Awave, it was really helpful every time! The destination was perfect, about to repeat! Good price ratings and perfect service both Awave and Seasons.

Christopher Tabone 03/09/2024

TrustPilot
My wife and I booked an 8 day surf charter on the Gahaa with a dedicated surf guide Moussa who was worth his weight in gold knowing what breaks would be firing and his knowledge of marine life and Maldivian environment enlightening for my wife and I. From the initial booking and contact Guilia at AWAVE made the whole process seamless communication was excellent. I have traveled extensively and surfed many parts of the world this trip truly exceeded my expectations the crew were incredible taking us to excellent surf and snorkeling locations. The boat itself is a converted fishing Dohni that exudes old world charm is clean and meticulously cared for. The meals prepared for us were nothing short of exceptional excellent variety and plenty of it a mix of western and Maldivian fare. We are definitely coming back and certainly using AWAVE again! Thank you Giulia and Moussa our trusted surf guide who gave us incredible insights into Maldivian culture.

Marco 02/08/2024

TrustPilot
Absolutely Recommended. Giulia and James are top professionals: I will be using Awave for all my future surf trips. I have been surfing for 30 years and travelled the world so I have dealt with a lot of agents. Awave is in the top spot as far as I am concerned. I spent 10 days with them on a boat trip in Maldivesโ€™ central atolls: not only their recommendations were spot on but being a boutique agency they tailor the surf experience to the very specific needs. They are surfers (real chargers) and know personally each spot and surf operator they recommend (wtether it is a guest house or a resort or a boat).

Michael Dunn 26/09/2024

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Absolutely amazing 8 day trip with my wife to Maldives visiting Club Med Kani. Carlotta at Awave travel was outstanding in organising everything and getting us the best deal,we are already looking at next year returning and will be sure to be booking with Carlotta and Awave again! Club Med Kani is outstanding for everything, Surf spot in island is Ninjas,easy paddle from shore! Food,drinks,staff,surf guides,brilliant!!! Accommodation excellent!! Tons of activities on island to enjoy, not just the surf!! Sailing, snorkelling, paddle boards, just to name some! Staff on the island added some very special touches to help us celebrate wedding anniversary also! Only regret was not staying 2 weeks!

Bruno 07/10/2024

TrustPilot
Great experience from start to finish. Giulia was awesome and helpful. I strongly recommend this travel agency.

Lissette De Boer 30/06/24

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Giulia was incredibly helpful in booking our surf trip! Strongly recommend using AWAVE for any surf packages. We will definitely be contacting her again. Thank you!

Fabs Alegria 19/05/24

TrustPilot
Trip of a lifetime. First and foremost I'd like to thank James Colston from Awave Travel, for assisting me in every which way to help book one of the most memorable experiences I've had in my life. He was extremely responsive and answered every single question I had, even the dumb ones haha. As for AYADA, holy dooly, that place is paradise! Absolutely breathtaking, I couldn't believe I was actually walking around such a beautiful island! Big love to the staff at Magu Restaurant, seeing as how I ate there pretty much everyday, they were amazing! Very switched on and quick off the mark to help with anything that was needed. A special mention to Dhaboa and the captain who took me out surfing! I cannot speak highly enough about their friendly, helpful and straight up on point expertise. With Dhaboa picking the spots to surf and tips on where to sit to catch the best waves on the day, to the wonderful captain himself, filming and sending me videos of the waves I caught.
Absolute legends! Made my surf trip! Best holiday I've ever been on to this date.

Carlos 30/06/24

TrustPilot
Reliable travel agency to book a surf trip - Both Giulia and James were very reactive and adivsed on the best options. In our case we made a boat trip in Maldives. It is the second time we use Awave Travel to do a surftrip to Maldives and we have had a very good experience in both cases. They are a reliable and trustworthy travel agency, I highly recommend them.
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