Scandic Mountain Guides

When it comes to ski touring, few places in the world offer as many possibilities as the Troll Peninsula in Northern Iceland. Nestled between Skagafjörður and Eyjafjörður, 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.

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 group’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.

Siglufjörður, Iceland’s northernmost town, is nestled between majestic mountains and the stunning Arctic Ocean. As one of the best hotels in Iceland, Sigló Hotel offers a warm, relaxing atmosphere for guests. Each room boasts breathtaking views of the ocean and mountains. Guests can unwind in the hotel’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.

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 Sigló 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.