HELISKI TRIP IN ITALY:
SESTRIERE AND IN THE UPPER SUSA VALLEY
Powderwego and its team of experts frombackcountry skiing, offer you weekends and staysHeliskiing / Heli skiing in Sestriere in the heart of the Italian Alps, in the Upper Susa Valley. We suggest fully personalized runs on 5 Heliski sectors and more than 80 descents. These itineraries, designed by experienced guides, will allow you to discover the beauty of these alpine landscapes on vertical drops of 800 to 1600 m from the heliport of Sestriere.
Heliskiing in Italy in Sestriere,
from 500€/pax*
*price custom-made on request
DATES ON REQUEST
Sestriere, Italy
4 pax
Drops +800m
Heliski
Amazing experience
Personalize this trip
Or contact us +33 6 51 66 58 53
YOU WILL ENJOY
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A helicopter to reach the best spots
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heli-skiing in adventure terrain
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Italian food
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local culture and hospitality
Ski holidays in Italy: Discover off-piste skiing differently thanks to Heliskiing
Sestriere is theitalian ski resort the best known in Piedmont, especially since the Turin Olympics organized in 2006. It is connected to the “Milky Way” (Vialattea), aFranco-Italian ski area located between 1535 and 2700 m altitude, totaling no less than 410 km of slopes between Montgenèvre and Clavière, Cesana and Sansicario. It is also a <strong>eldorado for heliskiing</strong>, a stone's throw from France, accessible even for short stays. With its cumulative 8 m snow cover and 300 days of sunshine per year, all your wishes will be satisfied!
Firstski area from the region, 2 hours from Turin and 20 km from the French border (including 3 hours from Val d'Isère), the site has a temporary base for the departure and arrival of helicopters . Our partner air operator has been located in Sestriere since 2010 and its pilots are the only ones who can transport passengers in compliance with Italian (ENAC) and European Civil Aviation on the Vialattea.
Conquer powder from the most beautiful Italian peaks by heliskiing with PowderWeGo
With 100 drop-off points between 900m and 1200m, full days of exceptional runs or 100% off-piste with a return on skis, helicopter or taxi to the starting base, ski touring excursions and much more again, fly with us and come and savor the quality of Italian snow and powder. Whether you are beginners or enthusiasts, thrill seekers or in search of escape, we will be happy to help you discover these immensities thanks to our team ofhigh mountain professionals,off-piste skiing, freerando and heliskiing experts for 22 years, and to offer you the best services in terms of comfort and safety.
Regarding weekends and stays, you will be accommodated in the most comfortable hotels. These formulas include accommodation in double rooms (single rooms at an additional cost) with half board, a Powderwego expert guide in heliskiing as well as helicopter drop-offs. We also organize single day outings from Val d'Isère.
If you need more details, we respond within 24 hours to any questions regarding thisHeliski trip in Italy. Depending on your level of off-piste skiing and your expectations, we will offer you a quote for a personalized stay.
Our strong points :
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Our knowledge of the Upper Susa Valley and the high mountains
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Our 22 years of experience in Heliskiing, Freerando and off-piste skiing
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Our high-end personalized formulas
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Our concern for respect for nature and safety conditions
You will enjoy:
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The generosity of snow cover and sunshine
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White immensity as far as the eye can see
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The originality and variety of our routes
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Breathtaking high mountain landscapes
PROGRESS OF YOUR HELISKI TRIP in Sestriere
Heliski formula for the day:
Day 1 :Possibility to sleep on the station (optional, supplement to be provided)
Day 1 :Meet in Sestriere early in the morning, around 08:00. Distribution of safety equipment, briefing.
Heliskiing day in Sestriere, number of flights from 1 to 4 depending on the formula chosen. Possibility of mixing Helicopter and ski touring drops.
We separate at the end of this extraordinary day.
This program is indicative and may be modified depending on the snow conditions and the weather, the level and the wishes of the group, in order to ensure the safety and pleasure of all. The accompanying guide is the sole judge in the matter.
If it is impossible to fly due to weather conditions, the accompanying guide will offer the skiers a day of off-piste skiing / freerando, and the helicopter part of the day's price will be refunded to the participants.
2-day Heliski weekend package:
Day 1 : Possibility of sleeping on the station (optional, supplement to be provided).
Day 1 :Appointment around 08:00, distribution of safety equipment, briefing.
Early departure for the most beautiful Heliski routes in the region. Possibility of mixing Helicopter and ski touring drops.
Dinner in town or at the hotel.
Day 2:After breakfast and after leaving the room, morning departure for the Heliski routes of Setrières, number of flights from 1 to 4 depending on the formula chosen. Possibility of mixing Helicopter and ski touring drops.
We leave at the end of this last magnificent day.
This program is indicative and may be modified depending on the snow conditions and the weather, the level and the wishes of the group, in order to ensure the safety and pleasure of all. The accompanying guide is the sole judge in the matter.
If it is impossible to fly due to weather conditions, the accompanying guide will offer the skiers a day of off-piste skiing / freerando, and the helicopter part of the day's price will be refunded to the participants.
7-day Heliski week package:
Day 1 : Possibility of sleeping on the station (optional, supplement to be provided).
Day 1 :
Appointment around 08:00, distribution of safety equipment, briefing.
Early departure for the most beautiful Heliski routes in the region. Possibility of mixing Helicopter and ski touring drops.
Dinner in town or at the hotel.
Days 2 to 6:After breakfast, early departure for the Heliski routes of Setrières, number of flights from 1 to 4 depending on the formula chosen. Possibility of mixing Helicopter and ski touring drops.
Dinner in town or at the hotel.
Day 7:After breakfast and after leaving the room, morning departure for the Heliski routes of Setrières, number of flights from 1 to 4 depending on the formula chosen. We leave at the end of this last magnificent day.
This program is indicative and may be modified depending on the snow conditions and the weather, the level and the wishes of the group, in order to ensure the safety and pleasure of all. The accompanying guide is the sole judge in the matter.
If it is impossible to fly due to weather conditions, the accompanying guide will offer the skiers a day of off-piste skiing / freerando, and the helicopter part of the day's price will be refunded to the participants.
Number of travel days: 1 to 8
Number of Heliski days: 1 to 7
Technical level: 3/5 experience of ski touring and off-piste skiing in deep snow.
Physical level: 2/5 capable of moderate effort for several hours.
Number of participants: maximum 3 groups of 4 people + 3 guides.
How to get to Sestriere?
From the nearest airports and train stations:
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Turin at 1:30 a.m.
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Chambery at 1:30 a.m.
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Geneva, Lyon at 2 h 40
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Oulx 15 minutes away (direct TGV line Paris — Turin).
Optional: transfers by helicopter or taxi-minibus from airports, train stations and ski resorts.
*For a Heliski formula for the day, from 450 €/pax (for 4 pax)
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Safety equipment, a guide or ski instructor specializing in off-piste skiing and heliskiing, helicopter drop-off. Possibility of making up to 4 drops in the day, drops 2 to 4 in addition.
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Possibility of mixing Helicopter and ski touring drops.
*For a 2-day Heliski weekend formula, from €1,250/pax (for 4 pax)
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Safety equipment, a guide or ski instructor specializing in off-piste skiing and heliskiing, one helicopter drop-off per day. Possibility of making up to 4 drops each day, drops 2 to 4 in addition.
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Possibility of mixing Helicopter and ski touring drops.
*For a Heliski week package over 7 days, from €4,375/pax (for 4 pax)
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Safety equipment, a guide or ski instructor specializing in off-piste skiing and heliskiing, one helicopter drop-off per day. Possibility of making up to 4 drops each day, drops 2 to 4 in addition.
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Possibility of mixing Helicopter and ski touring drops.
*For any other tailor-made Heliski package, Consult us
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We offer the most flexible à la carte formulas
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Possibility of mixing Helicopter and ski touring drops.
*Our formula includes:
(For each group of 4 people maximum)
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Supervision of the day, weekend or heliskiing stay by a Powderwego professional
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Safety Packs (ABS® Airbag backpack or equivalent, DVA, shovel, probe)
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Ski passes if applicable
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For stays of several days, nights accommodation in comfortable hotels in double rooms (single rooms at an additional cost).
Our formula does not include:
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The trip to Sestriere (or Val d'Isère)
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Lunches and dinners (depending on your desires and conditions: picnic or restaurant for lunch). For your information, evening meals can cost from €35 per person (excluding drinks).
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Ski touring outfit and equipment: suitable clothing, poles with large washers, touring/freerando skis, skins, climbing knives. Do not hesitate to contact us in case of questions or difficulties in finding this kit.
Level required for this stay:
Level 3/5 skiers, in good physical shape
(able to walk up to 2 hrs hike)
Off-piste skiing level: 3/5
Physical level: 2/5