The WestFjords of Iceland is one of the country’s most remote areas and offers virtually endless ski touring and mountaineering options in the sheltered fjords and bays
We will have the opportunity to explore the Hornstrandir Nature Reserve, which is very remote and wild. There are no roads in the nature reserve and the only way to venture there is by boat, hence we will often be by ourselves.
The weather in Iceland is arctic maritime and in May we will have spring like ski conditions with long days (18 hrs of daylight). The temperature in early May ranges from 25-40 degrees F. Spring can bring more stable/calm weather with higher pressure; but be prepared for possible white out conditions and strong winds. The terrain has a variety of options from open low angle slopes to steeper chutes, with generally a well settled maritime snowpack.
Our Iceland trip is April 25 – May 2, 2026 this upcoming spring! Please shoot us an email or give us a call for more information.
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Trip Details
Duration
8 Days, 7 Nights
Difficulty
Some skiing experience necessary
Maximum Guide Ratio
4:1
Included
- AMGA/IFMGA trained and certified ski guide
- Ground transportation
- Six nights lodging on the boat with crew and all food while on-board
- One night lodging in Isafjordur after the boat
Not Included
- Flights and hotels before the boat
- Transportation to Isafjorour
- Guide gratuity
- Personal AT, telemark or splitboard equipment
Sample Trip Itinerary
Day 1
Depart from Ísafjörður. Relax at anchor and maybe explore on the Zodiac. With long days this time of year, we will then have an option to do a short ski run.
Day 2
Ski day 1! We’ll begin the ski day with a safety briefing, avalanche search exercise, and an explanation of what to do in case of emergency.
Day 3
Ski day 2!
Day 4
Ski day 3!
Day 5
Ski day 4! There are endless opportunities for skiing, from steep couloirs to rolling hills.
Day 6
Final full ski day!
Day 7
We will have a morning ski session before sailing back to Ísafjörður and stay the night.
Day 8
Return home or continue on for more adventuring.
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