
Discover the snow
Description
The snow pack is predominantly coastal and in the springtime we are skiing powder in March and April, to excellent corn snow in May and June, with the occasional powder dump well into May. What really makes the snow good is the small temperature difference between night and day which makes for perfect corn snow, never to deep and never to hard.
This also means we have for the most parts very stable snow in terms of avalanche danger so we can ski steeper and more exposed lines than you would normally do heli skiing.
Another good thing about our great corn skiing is that skiers that would usually not dare venture on a heli skiing trip where deep powder skiing skills are a must can come here and enjoy them self's just as much as the experts.
- Guiding
- Ski Rental
- Snowboard Rental
- Safety Equipment Rental
- Airport Transfer
Your accommodation
- Families
- Couples
- Solo Travelers
- Groups
Klaengsholl Lodge
Klængshóll Lodge in Skíðadalur is the base of Arctic Heli Skiing. The lodge can accommodate 16 guests. There are 8 cabins each made up of 2 apartments. Each apartment has a queen size bed in an upstairs loft and a full bed downstairs with an ensuite bathroom. The apartments comfortably sleep 2 adults.
Single Room Options
Our packages (with the exception of the Ultimate Private Program) are based on double occupancy with guests sleeping in the aprartments mentioned above. The main house (the original farmhouse where meals are served) does have several rooms with a shared bathroom. These rooms can be used to accommodate guests wanting a single room. If there is availability we can offer single accommodation in the cabins.
· Single Cabin supplement fee
· Single Room in main house: no additional fee
Karlsa Lodge
Karlsá Lodge is used for our Ultimate Private program. It has 7 bedrooms and 4 separate bathrooms as well as 4 showers. Please note there are no ensuite bathrooms in the house.
In addition to our Ultimate Private program Karlsá lodge is sometimes used for our Semi Private program as well as ski touring programs.
Non Skiing Guests
Depending on availability at the lodge we can accommodate non-skiing guests. The lodge is about 25 minutes from the town of Dalvik and also at the end of a valley. As it is somewhat isolated we highly recommend that non-skiing guests have their own rental car. The area is beautiful and guests can go for walks and ski tours but this is dependent on snow conditions and can be very limited. There are plenty of things to see and do within 1-2 hours of the lodge. We can suggest day tours and those can include transportation for an additional cost. If guests are content to relax and enjoy the surroundings then they will likely enjoy themselves. However we do not want to mislead anyone so please be aware that we do not have any extra staff to provide transportation and guiding assistance to non skiing guests.
What awaits you
3 reasons to choose Arctic Heliskiing:
- A once in a lifetime opportunity to make first descents and help name runs in Iceland’s largely untouched ski area.
- Heli-ski a huge range of terrain, even ending runs at the ocean edge!
- Stay in a traditional Icelandic Lodge complete with spa facilities and resident chef.
Make first descents of Iceland’s expansive ski area
Arctic Heliskiing’s next season is dedicated to finding terrain and runs never touched before by skis or snowboard. You are invited to be part of a team of explorers on an epic adventure with a variety of 4 or 6 day packages.
Throughout your trip you can expect to make first descents of Iceland’s expansive ski area, help name runs, and encounter completely untouched peaks and powder, all under the expert professional leadership of Arctic Heliskiing’s expert guides. By using their exclusive helicopter, Arctic Heliskiing’s programs give you access to over 4000 square kilometres of breath taking Arctic terrain, with trips suiting skiers of all ability. Positioned just below the Arctic Circle, with mountains rising out of the sea, the terrain has it all. Iceland’s wide open glaciers, narrow corridors, and the potential for you to ski all the way down to the ocean, delivers a unique ski experience.
Raven Hill Lodge in Ski Valley provides a luxurious base
The Icelandic season starts in February, with Arctic Heliskiing offering 4 and 6 day programs for semi-private groups of 8 to 12, or private trips, with exclusive use of their Helicopter, for smaller groups of 4 to 8. Dumps of snow continue until well into June, creating an environment for excellent corn skiing, and deep powder runs.
Located on the site of a Viking settlement from 850AD, Raven Hill Lodge in Ski Valley provides you a rustic yet luxurious base for the week, situated bang in the middle of Northern Iceland’s best ski terrain, with the closest runs a mere 3 minutes away. You will stay in traditional style cabins, enjoy the lodge’s spa, sauna and exercise facilities before spending the evening kicking back in your very own hot tub overlooking the valley below. With all food prepared by Arctic Heliskiing’s resident chef, you will experience the finest in Icelandic cuisine. Throw in amazing views of the Northern lights, regular volcanic activity, and midnight sun, you will be sure to find Iceland an incredible and unique skiing destination.
Description
All meals are served in our country style kitchen/dining room and prepared by our great chef Gudvardur Gislason, a local culinary legend. The focus is on local products such as organic lamb, fresh fish and game meats such as goose, with great emphasis on using what nature provides in the region. Vegetarians need not worry for ''Guffi'' is well versed in the ways of the no meat people. At our bar we have a good selection of locally brewed beer, spirits and wine.
Classic Program
- 4 or 6 hours Heli Flight Time per person (depending on program)
- 4 or 6 possible ski days (depending on program)
- Exclusive access to the longest runs and best ocean view skiing in North Iceland
- 4 or 6 nights at Klængshóll Lodge based on double occupancy in cabin rooms with ensuite bathrooms
- AM stretch/yoga class and full use of Lodge spa facilities
- All meals starting with welcome dinner on the day of arrival, ending with aprés ski snacks on the last day
- Complimentary beer and soft drinks
- The services of the most experienced heli ski guides in Iceland and the only
- Internationally certi ed Icelandic guides
- Helicopters operated by Air Greenland, the largest and most experienced helicopter company in the Arctic regions
- Air Greenland Pilots with extensive heli skiing speci c ight training, high hours and perfect safety records
- Safety training and use of avalanche safety gear including Jet Force Airbags
- Down Day activities such as ski touring, whale watching, sea angling, geothermal baths, farm visits, hot springs, indoor climbing, and cultural tours
- All ground transportation in 4x4 vehicles
- Use of Skis - Völkl test center as well as Movement and Black Diamond
Semi Private Program
- 5 or 7 hours Heli Flight Time per person (depending on program)
- 4 or 6 possible ski days (depending on program)
- Only your 2 groups of 4 skiers sharing the helicopter
- Exclusive access to the longest runs and best ocean view skiing in North Iceland
- 4 or 6 nights at Klængshóll Lodge based on double occupancy in cabin rooms with ensuite bathrooms
- AM stretch/yoga class and full use of Lodge spa facilities
- All meals starting with welcome dinner on the day of arrival, ending with aprés ski snacks on the last day
- Complimentary beer and soft drinks
- The services of the most experienced heli ski guides in Iceland and the only
- Internationally certi ed Icelandic guides
- Helicopters operated by Air Greenland, the largest and most experienced helicopter company in the Arctic regions
- Air Greenland Pilots with extensive heli skiing speci c ight training, high hours and perfect safety records
- Safety training and use of avalanche safety gear including Jet Force Airbags
- Down Day activities such as ski touring, whale watching, sea angling, geothermal baths, farm visits, hot springs, indoor climbing, and cultural tours
- All ground transportation in 4x4 vehicles
- Use of Skis - Völkl test center as well as Movement and Black Diamond
Private Program
- 5 or 7 hours Heli Flight Time per person (depending on program)
- 4 or 6 possible ski days (depending on program)
- Only your 4 skiers with a Private Helicopter
- Exclusive access to the longest runs and best ocean view skiing in North Iceland
- 4 or 6 nights at Klængshóll Lodge based on double occupancy in cabin rooms with ensuite bathrooms
- AM stretch/yoga class and full use of Lodge spa facilities
- All meals starting with welcome dinner on the day of arrival, ending with aprés ski snacks on the last day
- Complimentary beer and soft drinks
- The services of the most experienced heli ski guides in Iceland and the only
- Internationally certi ed Icelandic guides
- Helicopters operated by Air Greenland, the largest and most experienced helicopter company in the Arctic regions
- Air Greenland Pilots with extensive heli skiing speci c ight training, high hours and perfect safety records
- Safety training and use of avalanche safety gear including Jet Force Airbags
- Down Day activities such as ski touring, whale watching, sea angling, geothermal baths, farm visits, hot springs, indoor climbing, and cultural tours
- All ground transportation in 4x4 vehicles
- Use of Skis - Völkl test center as well as Movement and Black Diamond
Ultimate Private Program
- The ultimate Icelandic heli ski experience with Iceland’a heli skiing experts
- Unlimited ight time for skiing (additional charges may apply to ightseeing, transfers, etc...)
- 4 or 6 possible ski days (depending on program)
- Only your 4 skiers with a Private Helicopter
- Exclusive access to the longest runs and best ocean view skiing in North Iceland
- 4 or 6 nights at Karlsá Lodge with single rooms and exclusive use of lodge
- Full use of Lodge spa facilities
- Private chef and all meals starting with welcome dinner on the day of arrival, ending with aprés ski snacks on the last day
- Complimentary drinks including beer, wine, and spirits
- The services of the most experienced heli ski guides in Iceland and the only
- Internationally certi ed Icelandic guides
- Helicopters operated by Air Greenland, the largest and most experienced helicopter company in the Arctic regions
- Air Greenland Pilots with extensive heli skiing speci c ight training, high hours and perfect safety records
- Safety training and use of avalanche safety gear including Jet Force Airbags
- Down Day activities such as ski touring, whale watching, sea angling, geothermal baths, farm visits, hot springs, indoor climbing, and cultural tours
- All ground transportation in 4x4 vehicles
- Use of Skis - Völkl test center as well as Movement and Black Diamond
Single Day Program
- 4 runs (ranging from 700-1100 meters)
- Exclusive access to the longest runs and best ocean view skiing in North Iceland
- Lunch and aprés ski snacks
- The services of the most experienced heli ski guides in Iceland and the only Internationally certi ed Icelandic guides
- Helicopters operated by Air Greenland the largest and most experienced helicopter company in the Arctic regions
- Air Greenland Pilots with extensive heli skiing speci c ight training, high hours and perfect safety records
- Safety training and use of avalanche safety gear including Jet Force Airbags
- Use of Skis - Völkl test center as well as Movement and Black Diamond
Not Included
- International and domestic airfares
- Personal Insurance
- Personal expenses such as lodge shop, massages, etc
- Extra ight time (360.000/ISK per hour divided among the group)
- Gratuities - At AHS we collect all gratuities into a pool that gets equally distributed among all staff
- Wine and Spirits
Not Included in Single Day Program
- Transportation to lodge
- Personal Insurance
- Personal expenses such as lodge shop, etc
- Extra Runs at 15.000 ISK/run
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Bergmenn ehfDalvik 620
Iceland
430657-0119
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Our Terms & Conditions are standard in the heli skiing industry. Due to the costs involved with heli skiing and heli snowboarding we have strict payment and refund policies. We also require guests to purchase travel insurance as our terms and conditions are absolute. Please familiarize yourself with our cancellation and refund policies prior to booking a program with us.
2022 UPDATED BOOKING POLICY
In light of the Covid-19 pandemic we have implemented some changes in our booking and cancellation policy to ensure that you feel comfortable booking. Please see "Cancellations COVID-19 TERMS" below.
PRICE, DEPOSITS, AND PAYMENTS
Each guest should familiarize themselves with these terms and conditions and our website. This will ensure that you pick the best package for your needs and that you have a full understanding of what a heli ski trip/ski package entails.
PRICE
The stated price for the Service includes all fees (fees and/or taxes the Icelandic authorities may impose on the Service covered by the agreement). Furthermore, the price shall include any additions stated in the Service description on the Arctic Heli Skiing website. Some "down day" activities come as an extra cost and can be deducted from flight minutes included in the Service. This will only be done with knowledge and approval by guests. All non-heli skiing travelers shall pay all extra costs not included in the description for the Service.
The price for any cancellation protection and/or travel insurance comes in addition to the Service price and is not covered by the provisions of this paragraph. The same applies to any connecting journey or land arrangements that are not part of the Service. This is effective for the following programs: Iceland Classic, Iceland premium, Iceland Private and Ultimate Private, and Greenland.
DEPOSITS
Please contact us by email to reserve a space on one of our ski packages. A deposit and a completed registration form are required within 1 week of the reservation date to confirm your reservation. The deposit is 25% of your total package price, or as requested by your travel agent. The exact amount will be calculated and sent back to the guest in the reply to his initial booking request.
BALANCE PAYMENTS
Final payment is required 30 days prior to commencement of your package or as required by your travel agent. If a booking is made less than 30 days prior to the start of the ski package full payment is due to confirm and secure the space.
CANCELLATIONS RELATED TO COVID
COVID-19 TERMS (please see below for non-covid related cancellation terms)
Due to recent developments of the COVID-19 Omicron situation, we are working to ensure that our guests feel confident booking. Travel has become very complex with circumstances such as positive tests prohibiting people from traveling at the very last minute despite best laid plans. Due to these developments we have implemented a more specific cancellation policy.
Please note that AHS has made plans to be fully operational for the 2022 season. Due to the this we have incurred many costs in advance securing our guides, helicopters, pilots and lodge staff. In the unfortunate event that you have to cancel your program with us to comply with COVID related border, travel or quarantine restrictions after your balance payment has been made, the options are listed below. Please note that in any situation of cancellation we ask guests to first go through their insurance provider and submit a claim. Please visit our Insurance page for suggestions of providers. We will supply you with any necessary documents to submit with your claim.
CANCELLATION MORE THAN 72 HOURS BEFORE START OF PACKAGE:
- Move your deposit to the 2023 season and receive a refund of your balance payment. Your 2023 balance is then due 30 days prior to your new trip start date and subject to our annual price increases.*
- Bergmenn ehf. | AHS will offer a full refund
CANCELLATION BETWEEN 72 HOURS AND START OF PACKAGE:
- Bergmenn ehf. | AHS will retain 20% of package as a cancellation fee.
CANCELLATION ONCE PACKAGE HAS COMMENCED:
Once the package has commenced, Bergmenn ehf. | AHS will retain full payment.
CANCELLATION POLICY FOR GROUP BOOKINGS (PREMIUM, PRIVATE AND ULTIMATE PRIVATE PROGRAMS):
In the event of the entire group cancelling due to covid restrictions, the group can move the deposit to a new private trip within the same winter season, subject to availability. If one individual on the trip cancels, the remaining group or cancelled guest is responsible for finding a replacement. If a replacement cannot be found, the remaining guests are financially responsible for the cancelled space. The funds cannot be transferred to another season,
*Rebooking is subject to availability.
The same options apply if Arctic Heli Skiing has to cancel the 2022 season to comply with COVID related border, travel or operational restrictions (for example, but not limited to: physical distancing or quarantine advisory).
CANCELLATIONS DUE TO COVID-19 MUST MEET ONE OF THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:
- A border closure that prevents you from leaving your home country or coming into Iceland.
- A government imposed mandatory quarantine period that makes travel not possible. (This does not include the current 5 day mandatory quarantine period in place for unvaccinated travelers entering Iceland).
- Government-imposed Covid related travel restrictions that do not allow you to leave your state, province or country of residence.
- Government-imposed Covid related travel restrictions in Iceland that do not allow you to enter the country.
Any cancellation request outside of the COVID-19 terms including injury and sickness will not be considered as part of our 2022 COVID-19 exclusion and falls under our normal cancellation policy (see below “NON-COVID RELATED CANCELLATIONS”. We require guests to purchase trip cancellation / interruption insurance to be covered for these risks.
NON-COVID RELATED CANCELLATIONS
All ski packages start and finish on the specified dates and have been offered as a complete package. There are no refunds, partial or full for any of the following reasons.
- Late arrival or early departure for any reason (*excluding the Covid-19 related issues mentioned above)
- Sickness or injury (*not related to Covid-19)
- Lack of skier ability or fitness
Cancellations must be made by email. If you are unable to attend your ski package after the final payment date then the ski package is transferable to another person. If Bergmenn ehf. is able to find a replacement for your space then your package payment can be deferred to a ski package in the next season. Please note that rebooking is subject to availability.
CANCELLATION POLICY FOR PRIVATE AND ULTIMATE PRIVATE PROGRAMS:
If one individual on the trip cancels, the remaining group or cancelled guest is responsible for finding a replacement. If a replacement cannot be found, the remaining guests are financially responsible for the cancelled space. The funds cannot be transferred to another season,
Cancellation more than 30 days prior to the start date of the package will result in loss of the deposit. If cancellation is received 30 days or less to the start of the confirmed package the entire trip price is owed and non refundable.
Bergmenn ehf. | AHS reserves the right to cancel any heli skiing package at any time (non-COVID related). Should this occur a full refund of payments, including deposit, will be given.
Bergmenn ehf. | AHS is not responsible for any costs outside of your heliski package (e.g. pre/post program travel expenses including flights and accommodation)
REFUNDS
No refunds are given in whole or in part for unused days within the package due to a late arrival or early departure. If you decide to come in early from skiing/snowboarding or not ski at all no refund will be given should the guaranteed vertical or flight time not be reached. Should the entire group not reach the guaranteed flight time due to weather, a mechanical breakdown or conditions, unused time is averaged over the group and refunded at €2,600 per hour of unused time. In place of a refund we also offer non-transferrable credits at the rate of €3,000 EUR per hour, to be applied to a program within the next 2 seasons. Should guests on our Ultimate Package not be able to fly for an entire day due to weather, a mechanical breakdown or conditions, the refund policy is €2,600 per day divided amongst the group. Please see below for our Greenland refund policy.
GREENLAND PROGRAMS
There are many costs associated with locating helicopters, flight hours and getting highly qualified guides to Greenland that are nonrefundable. Another big cost in the package is the Greenland Airport Authority which charges for operating commercially within the country. This cost is also non refundable.
That being said if we have problems with the weather and we do not fly the minimum hours we do try to sell them as extra hours to other groups throughout the season. In this case we are able to refund groups that did not achieve their hours, however this is not something that we can guarantee.
LIABILITY
Each guest will be required to sign a RELEASE FROM LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT. By signing this agreement/waiver you are giving up certain legal rights. This agreement/ waiver must be signed and witnessed at our lodge before the guest is allowed to ski. This is part of our helicopter and avalanche safety briefing upon your arrival. Refusal to sign this waiver will result in cancellation of that guests ski package with no refund of any sort.
FUEL SURCHARGE
Bergmenn ehf. reserve the right to add a fuel surcharge to any of the ski packages. The price of ski packages are determined months in advance before fuel costs are known. As this is one of the single greatest costs we may be forced to add a fuel surcharge to compensate for increases in fuel prices.
INSURANCE
Because of the costs involved in heli skiing we require that each guest purchase trip or holiday cancellation insurance in addition to medical, personal and travel insurance. These insurances should cover trip cancellation and emergency helicopter evacuation. Arctic Heli Skiing has partnered up with Global Rescue and World Nomads in offering heli skiing specific insurances to our guests. Please visit our Insurance page for further information.
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Martin, LUEX's Head of Travel, started out skating in the UK, before escaping to the powder of Canadian mountains. He found his way to LUEX through years of chasing snow in winter and waves in France during summer. These days, he manages our surf and snow teams, while squeezing in surf trips to his favorite right-handers at Cokes and Kasabu in the Maldives, or powder missions to the tree-lined runs of Revelstoke. At LUEX, he combines his love for board sports with making sure every trip runs smoothly.


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