Skiing Tours

Grab your ski goggles and book now for this easily accessible downhill skiing adventure at the majestic and boundless Snæfellsjökull Glacier in West Iceland. Any avid skier travelling to the land of ice and fire should not let this opportunity pass them by. Whether you're an intermediate skier or a fast carving professional, the famous Snæfellsjökull Glacier has a wide range of different, off-piste slope gradients well suited to your own taste, discipline and ambitions. Your adventure will begin at Meeting Point B, at the guide offices in Gufuskálar in Snæfellsbær. Here, your guide for the day will run through the tour itinerary, provide all of the necessary equipment (eg; skis, ski poles, GoreTex outwear, avalanche safety kit, etc) and brief you on the environment, history and nature of the Snæfellsnes peninsula. Now, at long last, you're ready to hit (and appreciate) these magnificent slopes. After your short shuttle ride to the glacier, you, your group and your guide will spend four hours brushing up on skills, enjoying the truly exquisite scenery and feeling that unique rush that comes with skiing out in the far-reaching wilderness. Why hit the man-made slopes, after all, when Mother Nature did such a marvellous job? You will quickly discover this tour is a fantastic option for avoiding the uphill hikes so common in off-piste skiing. Here, you trade in a ski-lift for one of our very own Snowcats, a truck-sized, fully tracked vehicle designed for snow travel. Where you decide to direct the Snowcat driver is entirely up to you―just one of the many advantages that come with such mobility.  Given that you will be skiing in Iceland, be aware that weather conditions can vary drastically from day to day. One day you might be carving up deep powder, next gliding across hardpack snow. Dress accordingly and do remember to bring dark-glass goggles or sunglasses. So what are you waiting for? Check availability now to not miss out on the once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience this fantastic and unique method of experiencing Snæfellsjökull glacier. Check availability by choosing a date. 

Join this brilliant day tour skiing and exploring the gorgeous mountain slopes of the Westfjords in Iceland. This is a great opportunity for experienced skiers looking to pack their trip to the Westfjords with adrenaline and discovery.  Your adventure begins in the morning in the Westford's largest town, Ísafjörður. First things first, you'll meet your friendly and experienced guide for the day who will proceed to hand out all necessary equipment. You will also grab some lunch here, before jumping in the car and heading towards Bolungarvík.  Before arriving, however, you will pay a visit to Syðridalur Valley. Here, if your guide decides that conditions are suitable, you will get kitted out and take to the slopes for the first time. Mount Heiðnafjall is just one of the many gorgeous peaks found in this area, making you quickly realise how rewarding it is to balance sightseeing with skiing.  You will next head over to the mountain, Breiðafell, which was once a part of the Ísafjörður ski resort, now abandoned following an avalanche in April 1994. Exploring this area, you will see firsthand sweeping views of the surrounding area, Seljalandsdalur, as well as the remains of the resort's old ski-lifts. This is definitely a location where you'll want to keep your camera at the ready. How long you choose to spend in this beautiful area is entirely up to you, though it does depend on the amount of snow, conditions and interest of the group. Those who wish to ski for longer are invited to continue further down the valley, where they will be picked up and returned to Ísafjörður. So don't delay any longer. Hurry now and you too can reserve your place on this exciting day tour skiing in the beautiful Westfjords. Check availability by choosing a date. 

Get a taste of cross country skiing while in the Westfjords by booking this tour from Ísafjörður. This is the perfect excursion for both newb and the experienced skiers alike. This tour begins when you meet your guides at a cafe in the largest town in the Westfjords, Ísafjörður. You’ll discuss your experience levels and desires for the tour over coffee, before deciding a plan and setting out to the ski lodge at Seljalandsdalur. Once here, you’ll be provided with skis, poles, helmets and goggles. Your guide will show you how to use your skis, before leading you into the valley. Your route will depend on how comfortable you are, but usually, you will make your way to the top of the mountains of Sandfell and Miðfell if conditions allow. The views will no doubt be awe-inspiring. Endless plains of virgin snow will gleam around you, spectacular peaks will tower above, and when you summit them, you’ll be able to see across a beautiful fjord and the rooftops of Ísafjörður below. The Westfjords is one of the most remote and incredible regions of Iceland, and to be able to explore it in this unique way is a fantastic opportunity. After you have taken photographs and marvelled over the spectacular landscapes, you’ll descend the mountain. At this point, the journey not only becomes easier but even more fun, as you pick up speed and slalom on the slopes. Of course, if you are a bit nervous on your skis, you don’t need to go fast and will be well looked after. Once you get back to the ski lodge, you’ll return your equipment, and be driven back to the cafe, where you can warm up with some hot chocolate before continuing to enjoy the beautiful, remote Westfjords. Take to the slopes with this fantastic opportunity to try cross country skiing. Check availability by choosing a date.