Backcountry Skiing Adventure in North Iceland: Ski to the Sea

Things to know

• What’s included?

  Included:

  • • An experienced, local mountain ski guide with extensive knowledge of the area
    • 6-day backcountry skiing trip in North Iceland
    • Accommodation for 6 nights at Sóti Lodge (double occupancy) with access to a thermal pool, hot tub, and sauna
    • All meals for the duration of the adventure
    • Access to Barðslaug, the local geothermal pool
    • Down day activities

  Add-ons:

  • • Single supplement — $1,045
    • Airport transfers from Akureyri — contact us to make arrangements
    • Rental skis, skins, poles, and avalanche safety equipment — contact us to make arrangements

  Not included:

  • • Airfare to Iceland
    • Accommodations prior to or after the trip
    • Meals not indicated in the itinerary
    • Personal expenses
    • Guide gratuities — optional
    • Insurance — available to add at checkout
• How fit do I need to be?

  This backcountry skiing trip in North Iceland is suitable for intermediate backcountry skiers. The terrain in Iceland has vertical descents of up to 1,500 m (almost 5,000 ft), and your guide will make sure the speed and slopes fit everyone in the group, but you should have good fitness levels and be comfortable skiing in a variety of conditions to enjoy this adventure.

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• What do I need to bring?

  Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

  • • Backcountry skis (or splitboard)
    • Skins
    • Crampons
    • Poles
    • Helmet
    • Goggles
    • Avalanche equipment (shovel, pole, beacon — make sure it works and has fresh batteries)
    • Backpack with ski-carrying system (minimum 32L capacity)
    • Windproof and waterproof jacket
    • Windproof and waterproof pants
    • Woollen underwear
    • Gloves (thick and thin gloves)
    • Water bottle

  Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

  Skis, skins, poles, and avalanche safety equipment can be rented for an additional fee. Contact us to make arrangements.

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• Group sizes and age requirements

  Group sizes and pricing

  • • It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate, the maximum group size is set at 6 participants.
    • A longer or shorter backcountry skiing trip in North Iceland can be arranged. Contact us if you’re interested.

  A backcountry skiing trip in North Iceland can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

  Min. age requirements

  • • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
    • Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join this backcountry skiing trip in North Iceland on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

  If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

• Getting there and meeting location

  The starting point of your backcountry skiing trip in North Iceland is Sóti Lodge. To get there, most people fly into Akureyri International Airport (AEY), 111 km (68 mi) away. From there, you can book a private shuttle or rent a car to reach the lodge. Please plan to arrive a day prior to the beginning of your trip so you can rest properly. An overnight stay at Sóti Lodge the night before your adventure starts is included in the price.

  If you’d like to make your trip seamless, your guide can arrange airport transfers from Akureyri for an additional fee. Contact us if you’re interested.

  Once you’re there, you will meet your guide in the morning of Day 1 at Sóti Lodge

• Safety measures and insurance

  We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

  Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

• Deposits and cancellation policy

  Deposits
  Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.

  Cancellations
  Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.

  Basic

  • • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If canceled 90 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If canceled within 89 days of departure, no refund will be issued.

  Flexible

  • • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If canceled 90 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If canceled 60-89 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If canceled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.

  Super Flexible

  • • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If canceled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If canceled within 59 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.