An Unusual Winter in the North Spring 2025 gave us one of the more unusual snowpacks we’ve seen in North Iceland — with less snowfall than in any year since 1963, according to some of our senior neighbors. The season brought unpredictable layers, shifting weather patterns, and a constant need for flexibility. But despite the […]
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A new year, and the sun is rising Here in the northernmost part of Tröllaskagi, the moon reigns supreme in the sky at New Year’s. The sun, shy and elusive during these months, only begins to show itself toward the end of January. This year, its return has already transformed the mountainscape. Soft golden rays […]
In Iceland, we love the Advent Not least here at the tip of the Troll peninsula. Siglufjörður, the northernmost town of Iceland bids the sun goodbye in November and awaits its return until the end of January. During that time, we are reminded of its existence when the sky covers the alpine summits surrounding the […]
Summit Heliskiing – at the tip of Troll peninsula Fljótin, nestled at the tip of Iceland’s Troll Peninsula, is a winter wonderland facing the rugged Arctic Ocean. It is one of the snow-heaviest regions in Iceland and the birthplace of Icelandic skiing. The first ski competition in Iceland took place here in 1905, with the […]
Iceland’s Troll Peninsula, or Tröllaskagi, is an alpine wonderland that beckons adventurous skiers from around the world. Its unique combination of geological history and diverse terrain creates a skiing experience like no other. Summit Heliskiing, a company deeply rooted in this region, offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore this extraordinary landscape. Troll Peninsula – A […]
When is it summer? We had a great time this spring, with perfect spring skiing weather conditions, great corn snow and a lot of fun. After wrapping up the 2024 Heliski season, we all expected summer to arrive – instead we got an extra shot of winter, giving a moments pause to the idea of […]
It‘s a wrap – a great season over and we‘re open for the next one! As the ski season ends at Summit Heliskiing, we are happy to look back at the exciting adventures and lasting memories created this spring. From thrilling runs in Iceland’s stunning Tröllaskagi region to breathtaking views, this season has been full […]
Summer is coming – or is it? It has been cold in Iceland for the past few weeks and coldest in the north, where we have been blessed with beautiful snowfall since Easter. Until last Friday, the land was covered with snow and our parkas were still part of our standard outfit. For those of […]
Winter decided to reassert itself this Easter – happy spring heliskiing! In Icelandic, we use the word „páskahret“ for the cold snap that often invites itself around Easter. This year, it arrived with a bang, with heavy snowfall and gale winds disrupting plans for Easter skiing. Backcountry skiing was mainly out of the question, and […]
Created by troll’s hands Crafted by the hands of trolls themselves, Summit Heliskiing operates in the heart of Iceland’s untamed wilderness, nestled at the tip of the awe-inspiring Troll Peninsula. This rugged land, nameless until the 19th century, now carries a moniker steeped in the rich tapestry of Nordic mythology. Legend whispers of an enraged […]
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