Arctic combo week: heli- and ski touring

Maximize your ski experience in Riksgränsen with heli touring and ski touring!  

This trip is for those who want to experience the very best of the Scandinavian mountains - a full week in Riksgränsen featuring two days of heli touring and four days of guided ski touring. A memorable adventure in one of Scandinavia’s most spectacular ski areas! 

Two days of heli touring and four days of ski touring

For two days, we use the helicopter to reach untouched mountain terrain and fantastic ski touring opportunities, far away from lifts and tracks. An experienced For two days, we use the helicopter to reach untouched mountain terrain and fantastic ski touring opportunities, far away from lifts and tracks. An experienced mountain guide will lead the way to the best lines, making the most of every day on snow.

The remaining four days are spent ski touring. Routes are selected by your guide based on weather, snow conditions, and the group's experience level - either on the Swedish side or among the dramatic peaks of northern Norway. Depending on the conditions one of the days may, for example, include a visit to the Narvik gondola for access to excellent lift-served off-piste skiing.

We always aim to provide our guests with the best possible experience, and the itinerary may be adjusted according to weather, wind, and snow conditions

Accommodation and base in Riksgränsen

You'll stay seven nights (Sunday to Sunday) in a comfortable double room at Hotel Riksgränsen, with the option to upgrade to the exclusive Meteorologen Ski Lodge (single rooms are available at an additional cost). Breakfast and a three-course dinner are included each day. During the ski days, all transportation is provided by private minibus, giving us the flexibility to reach the best terrain based on weather and snow conditions.

This trip is available for private groups up to 4 people. We’re happy to tailor both the itinerary and dates to your preferences. Contact us at info@mountainguide.se for more information.

The package includes:

• 7 nights’ accommodation in a double room at Hotell Riksgränsen or Meteorologen Ski Lodge.
• Breakfast & 3-course dinners.
• 2 days of heli touring(transport by helicopter, approx. 1 hour flight time total).
• 4 days of guided ski touring.
• Transport by private minibus incl. fuel and road tolls.
• Transfer to/from Kiruna Airport (Sunday evenings).
• Avalanche safety equipment (transceiver, shovel & probe).

Not included:

• Travel to Kiruna.
• Personal ski equipment.
• Lift pass (if needed).

Personal gear to bring:

• Skis with touring bindings or splitboard.
• Climbing skins.
• Ski crampons.
• Adjustable poles with large baskets.
• Touring boots.
• Ski backpack (~35 liters).
• Ski clothing.
• Extra base layers.
• Warm jacket (e.g. lightweight down or mid-layer for breaks or cold days).
• Extra gloves/mittens.
• Ski goggles & sunglasses.
• Sunscreen.

Mountain guides

All our guides are internationally certified by UIAGM/IFMGA, and we follow the Swedish Consumer Agency’s safety guidelines. 

Transfer

We will pick you up and drop you off at Kiruna Airport upon arrival and departure (Sunday durng evening time).

Terms

Please see our booking terms here. If weather conditions prevent us from flying the helicopter, SEK 3,000 per person will be refunded per day with heli touring.

Questions or ready to book? Contact us at info@mountainguide.se or call Andreas at +46 702 49 47 00