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Pelorus is always looking for new and exciting ways to experience remote locations, and there’s no better way to escape than by heading to the mountains. Here is a shortlist of our favorite remote, luxury ski vacations that offer the chance to escape, as well as to enjoy exceptional experiences in luxurious surroundings with friends and family.

Sweden - Heli Skiing under the midnight sun

When to go: March to May

For remote skiing amidst breathtaking scenery, ski from sky to sea over untouched pistes with panoramic views of the Norwegian fjords. The Skanderna mountains and the Atlantic Ocean meet here on the borders of Norway and Sweden, offering heli-skiing on a semi-private or completely private basis, 200km north of the Polar circle.

Later in the season, you’ll be able to ski under the midnight sun, allowing for uninterrupted skiing for even longer into the day. 

Contact our Travel Designers to find out more about this unique experience and start planning your bespoke adventure to Riksgränsen, Sweden.

Antarctica - ski where no one has skied before

When to go: December to February

Where to stay: LA DATCHA or ASTERIA

Still considered one of the most inaccessible destinations on the planet, skiing in Antarctica has become the greatest challenge yet for skiers who crave a true skiing adventure.

Reaching untouched peaks is now possible with the deployment of two helicopters that will drop you off at one summit and take you to the next. With long days stretching between 18 and 22 hours of daylight during the summer months, there’s ample opportunity to enjoy multiple descents down Antarctica’s powder snow slopes. Accompanied by experienced ice pilots, expedition leaders and equipment fit for the harshest of climates, this is the ski experience of a lifetime.

Contact our Travel Designers to find out more about this unique experience and start planning your bespoke adventure to Antarctica.

colorado - cat skiing

When to go: February to March

Situated in Colorado’s West Elk mountain range, Irwin boasts a greater concentration of fresh powder than almost anywhere else on Earth. With high altitude and cold temperatures, the resulting fluffy powder is a dream to glide through. Embark upon an epic cat-skiing experience that will bring you access to the most untouched spaces, allowing you to tackle challenging off-piste, carving fresh tracks at every turn. For an iconic adventure, the snowcat will drop you at the foot of Scarp Ridge situated at 3,600 meters. From here you will skin up 300 meters to reach the summit of Mount Emmons where you will gain awe-inspiring views across the Elk Mountains, before gliding back down through the pristine powder.

british columbia - back country & epic night skiing

When to go: December to April

Experience an unforgettable skiing adventure through British Columbia’s vast alpine bowls and untouched slopes. Experience the thrill of cat or heli skiing as you carve fresh tracks on pristine powder, led by a world-class mountain guide. By day, ski the stunning Mount Mackenzie and surrounding peaks. While at night, in a ski suit studded with LEDs and a series of powerful spotlights to illuminate the mountainside, head up the mountain for an adrenaline-fuelled experience of night skiing. With access to some of the best powder on earth, this is a completely novel and intimate experience, like no other

northern iceland - unrivaled heli-ski

When to go: February to June

With Pelorus, you will have unrivaled access to the best heli-skiing in the Tröllaskagi Peninsula. Where the mountains meet the coast, skiing with views across the deep blue of the North Atlantic Ocean is a mesmerizing experience, beginning at the summit and ending at the sea. With endless terrain to explore, discover sweeping valleys, striking fjords and glacial rivers, far from civilisation. Ranging from soft valleys to vertical descents, Iceland offers skiing for all abilities as well as a choice of heli, cat and backcountry.

Alaska - backcountry skiing

When to go: February to April

Alaska is renowned for being one of the most dramatic backcountry skiing destinations on earth, and Mount Denali is no exception. Accompanied by expert guides, lose yourself in the mountains whilst skiing some of the best untracked powder in the world. Each day discover this untapped wilderness of endless terrain and colossal vertical peaks. Set out on foot, touring or by heli to reach some truly staggering and untouched runs.

lyngen alps, norway - ski above the fjords

When to go: March to April

Where to stay: Expedition Yacht KINFISH

The Lyngen Alps of Northern Norway are regarded as one of the best off-piste skiing destinations in the world. Pristine slopes of fresh powder merged with the icy waters of the North Sea to create complete serenity. With a ban on heli-skiing, these mountains provide a truly tranquil and intimate skiing experience, best accessed by yacht. On board KINFISH you will be able to cruise to the more wild and remote regions to experience serene slopes each day, whilst keeping your eyes out for whales and the Northern Lights as you sail. With no sign of civilisation, snow-capped mountains and pristine scenery will blow you away as you descend from the summit to the fjord shore.

kashmir, india - culture & epic descents

When to go: January to March

Nestled in the Western Himalayas, the beauty of Kashmir is overwhelming, earning it the title of “paradise on Earth” amongst Indians. You will spend your days jumping in and out of helicopters onto untouched powder in striking landscapes, witnessed by few. With endless drop-off points, you will get an unrivaled skiing experience, being the first to mark new tracks each day. After a day of adrenaline-filled adventure, spend time with playful wild monkeys and relish the chance to spot the elusive snow leopard, before unwinding in style with a sumptuous dinner. For your final night, stay on an opulent traditional houseboat on the stunning Dal Lake, soaking up the rich culture and beauty of Srinagar.

Contact our Travel Designers to find out more about this unique experience and start planning your bespoke adventure to Kashmir, India.

Italian dolomites - remote skiing & world-class cuisine

When to go: December to April

Nestled amongst the mountains in Alta Badia, discover a wealth of pistes on your doorstep. With an impressive array of ski lift connections, explore over 1100km of pistes in both the San Cassiano and Alta Badia resorts including the famous Armentarola run, known as both the most picturesque and longest slope in the Dolomite region. Host to multiple Michelin-starred restaurants, you will lunch in style sampling delicious Italian delicacies at charmingly authentic mountain restaurants.

Accompanied by an expert Pelorus guide, you will have the opportunity to embark on the iconic Sellaronda Skitour, which circumnavigates the majestic Sella Massif. An extraordinary experience and 40km of great fun for the ambitious skier, as a glistening white canvas of world-class off-piste awaits you. Shred tracks in pristine powder whilst marveling at the peaceful isolation and dramatic beauty that surrounds you.

andes, chile - ski & surf

When to go: June to October

Fly above the soaring Andes mountains, land upon untouched peaks and carve fresh tracks into the pristine snow. In this exclusive experience, your expert Pelorus guide will ensure access to some of Chile’s best skiing experiences, surrounded by pure wilderness and sensational vistas. From the mountains to the coast, trade skiing for surfing as you fly by heli to Pichilemu on Chile’s Pacific Coast. A world-class surfing spot with unfailing surf breaks, uncrowded beaches and a strong swell, this is the perfect spot to surf, kiteboard and windsurf.

Contact our Travel Designers to find out more about this unique experience and start planning your bespoke adventure to Andes, Chile. 

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