The best terrain is usually the hardest to reach. Unless you’re in Svaneti, where 13,000-foot peaks rise straight from your helipad. Over 7 days of heli skiing in Georgia, we’ll load up our B3 helicopter and let two local IFMGA guides show us the very best of the Caucasus: technical faces, pristine glaciers, sheltered powder stashes, and terrain that rarely sees tracks. When the day winds down, we return to our base in Mestia to a perfect setup: a comfy bed, a relaxing spa, and traditional Georgian dishes that taste even better after earning them. This is the kind of backcountry skiing that makes you reset your standards.
Join this 7-day Svaneti heli ski holiday and explore some of skiing's last wild terrain. We’ll ski for five full days, with our B3 helicopter flying us to truly untouched lines and two seasoned IFMGA guides who know every face. Everything runs smoothly from touchdown to takeoff: airport transfer, 4-star accommodation in the heart of Mestia, full board of proper mountain meals, and all the avy gear are already arranged. Just bring your gear and a hunger for steep lines.
Most of our time in Svaneti will be spent on the slopes, but there’s plenty more to explore in this UNESCO region! Options include more helicopter hours for extra vertical, a heli transfer or scenic tour, relaxation in a forest sauna, wine tasting, a traditional dinner with polyphonic singers, or an immersive theater experience. Let us know at checkout if any of these options catch your interest. Availability isn’t guaranteed, but your guides will do their best to make it happen.
If you’re a group of 6 or more skiers, a program like this can be arranged for you! Contact us to discuss your preferred dates and custom requirements.
Our adventure in the stunning Caucasus region kicks off with a transfer to our hotel in Mestia, a picturesque town in the Svaneti region of northwest Georgia nestled in the Greater Caucasus Mountains. We’ll check into our hotel, then share a welcome dinner and go over the itinerary with the guide. If everyone’s feeling good after the journey, we can dive into avalanche training; otherwise, we’ll tackle it in the morning.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Svaneti
Each day starts with a solid breakfast to fuel our adventures. Afterward, we’ll head to the helipad for our first heli-ski session. We’ll ski for about 3 hours, then have either a picnic in the mountains or lunch back at our hotel. In the afternoon, we’ll enjoy the fresh powder for about 2 more hours. After a thrilling day, we can kick back with après-ski, followed by dinner at the hotel or a local spot. We’ll wind down with some relaxation in a bar or lounge in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Svaneti
If the weather allows, we’ll cap off our trip with one last heli-skiing session. After our final run, we’ll be transferred back to the airport in time for our departures, taking home unforgettable memories of our time in Svaneti.
Meals: Breakfast
Thanks to the great team we were able to get to know these beautiful mountains and ski some of the best snow we’ve ever skied! Misha is a great guide, super enthusiastic and fun, all while keeping the situation safe. We had a wonderful time on and off the mountain with everyone – thank you!
Thanks for this amazing adventures….. Tatiana is super friendly and helps you for everythings…. Misha super guide for best line… super terrain riding in a heliday with a beautifull snow…. beautiful landscape….. in case of down day fun is guaranteed….. svaneti heliski is a heli company and a adventures company for full enter in a svaneti culture… i love svaneti i love this company
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To make your experience in Svaneti even more memorable, consider adding some exciting optional inclusions. You could extend your adventure with additional helicopter hours for more runs in this stunning terrain or enhance your travel experience with a helicopter transfer.
For a unique touch, consider an immersive theater experience, relaxation in a forest sauna, or even a traditional dinner with polyphonic singers in a tower. If you enjoy fine wines, you might be interested in a wine tasting experience, where you can savor the flavors of the region.
If any of these options sound appealing, please indicate your interest at checkout to receive more information and pricing from your guide. If you’re considering these options for a private group of 6 or more people, contact us to make arrangements.
A good level of physical fitness and off-piste skiing experience is essential to fully enjoy these Svaneti heli ski holidays. You should be comfortable skiing on black-marked resort slopes and have at least intermediate experience with off-piste skiing. This background will help you navigate the varied terrain of the Caucasus, which includes everything from steep, challenging slopes to long, cruisy runs across wide-open glaciers and sub-alpine forests. Most runs start at elevations of 2,300 m / 7,546 ft and can reach up to 4,000 m /13,123 ft, so you’ll need to be prepared for high-altitude skiing.
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Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
Clothing
Technical gear
Other essentials
Note: Rental ski boots, powder skis or snowboards are not available. Please bring your own equipment in good condition.
Unfortunately, rentals for ski boots, powder skis, or snowboards are not possible. However, your equipment can be fine-tuned on site by the service crew. To ensure you have the best experience on the slopes, bring your own equipment in good condition. This way, you can enjoy optimal performance and comfort during your heli-ski adventure.
Group sizes and pricing
Private Svaneti heli ski holidays can be arranged for a minimum of 6 people. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If your group has skiers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The starting point of your Svaneti heli ski holidays is Svaneti, Georgia. To get there, most people fly into Tbilisi International Airport (TBS), Alexander Kartveli Batumi International Airport (BUS) or Kutaisi International Airport (KUT). An arranged transfer will take you from the airport to your hotel in Mestia.
Once you’re there, you will meet your guide on Day 1 in a convenient location. More specific information will be provided after booking.
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Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!
Deposits
You can secure one of the set dates with a 30% deposit upon booking. The remaining 70% of the trip price is to be paid 90 days prior to departure, at the latest.
Cancellations
Booking fees are non-refundable in all cases. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options:
Basic
Flexible
Super Flexible
Please note that booking fees are non-refundable in all cases and will be deducted from the refund amount.
Professional and passionate, true mountain lovers, know about the Caucasus more than anyone else. If you are ready for a lifetime adventure, that’s the correct address. Misha and Aleksei, thanks for the emotions.