Welcome to Sóti! Plan to arrive a day before your backcountry skiing adventure begins to enjoy a cozy evening in the mountainous setting of the lodge.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Sóti Lodge
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Ready for unforgettable backcountry skiing in Iceland’s rugged Troll Peninsula? We’ll spend six days exploring pristine slopes, carving through steep couloirs, and riding wide-open bowls with the Arctic Ocean as our backdrop. Our expert guide will take us to the best spots, adjusting each day based on snow and weather conditions. After each thrilling day, we’ll return to our cozy lodge, where we’ll enjoy delicious breakfasts, packed lunches, and three-course dinners to cap off each day. Relax in the hot tub or unwind in the geothermal pool next door, then do it all over again tomorrow.
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We’ll meet the guide in the morning to discuss the weather forecast, our equipment, and the overall plan for the next few days. We’ll go through a safety briefing and then spend the afternoon out in the mountains! After some exciting runs, we’ll head back to the lodge for a well-earned dip in the hot tub, followed by a hearty three-course dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: Sóti Lodge -
After an energizing continental-style breakfast, it’s time to ski! Each day, our guide will choose an exciting run based on the weather, snow conditions, and ability of our group. We’ll bring a packed lunch to enjoy along the way, before carving our way down and heading back to the lodge for some rest and relaxation to prepare us for the next day’s adventure.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: Sóti Lodge -
We’ll start bright and early to make the most of the morning and wrap up in time for one last tasty lunch together. We’ll part ways after lunch and head back home.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
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Included:
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- 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:
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- 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:
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- Airfare to Iceland
- Accommodations prior to or after the trip
- Meals not indicated in the itinerary
- Personal expenses
- Guide gratuities — optional
- Travel and medical insurance — optional
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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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Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
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- 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 pricing
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- For this group adventure, 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
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- 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.
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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
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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!
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