Experience Lodges
Our flagship offering, Eleven Experience Lodges are full-service travel experiences set in one-of- a-kind locations with world-class accommodations.
Adventure Lodges
Ideally suited for the core adventure enthusiast, Eleven Adventure Lodges are remote hideouts with premium accommodations that offer unparalleled experiences.
HOMES
Privately Owned Residences, Vetted and Approved by Eleven®
Our carefully curated selection of privately owned residences are available for longer term rentals and comply with all local rental regulations. Eleven has coordinated with a select group of third-party private owners to offer this unique collection of properties that are only available as full home rentals. These properties are unstaffed, and do not include additional guided adventures and culinary services. Although, if you are interested in additional services, we would be happy to help coordinate these for you with local experts.
Heli-Skiing in Iceland
Put simply—endless vertical. Heli-ski descents on Iceland’s Arctic maritime snowpack average 915 vertical meters. The land of the midnight sun provides extended daylight hours so you can make sea-to-summit runs even after dinner.
a letter from your guide
Heli-skiing in Iceland is an unforgettable experience. Long descents over the North Atlantic Ocean are punctuated by never ending sunsets. Limitless terrain ignites new exploration in even the most seasoned of skiers. Long daylight hours allow us to choose the best time of day to ski given the weather and snow conditions. Early season and stormy periods equal powder skiing in a maritime climate, while long sunny days transition the snow into perfect corn skiing. Skiing, however, is just part of the Icelandic adventure. Sea kayaking in the fjords, riding the famed Icelandic horses, whale watching, puffin chasing, surfing, and exploring the unique volcanic terrain of the world’s youngest land mass are also on tap. And the fact that hot springs are around nearly every corner make Deplar Farm a bucket-list destination.
What will your trip look like?
Runs average 915 vertical feet. Huge couloirs and vast valleys scream for first tracks, and with Iceland’s unique weather and long days, you can ski through dinner. Massages back at Deplar are a must, as you’ll want to push your ski legs to max output. No-fly weather doesn’t mean it’s a down day. Our guides can take you cat skiing or hot-spring hopping.
day 1
Explore the remarkable property and meet the teams while you settle into your otherworldly home away from home. Your guides will brief you on the plan, fit you in ski gear, train you on all safety procedures, and finally send you outside for a post-travel soak in our mineral waters.
day 2
The ocean views you’ll experience on your first day of heli-skiing are screen-saver worthy. Spend the day zig-zagging through fjords and valleys with constant views of the cobalt-blue North Atlantic Ocean. Back at the lodge, experience sensory deprivation in our i-Sopod flotation tanks.
day 3
Head south. Today you dive deep into the heart of the Troll Peninsula. The mountains here are slightly taller and sprinkled with pocket glaciers that keep the snow cold and fresh. You won’t see any signs of civilization, just untouched runs, and you might even snag some first descents.
day 4
Enjoy a chef-prepared breakfast and a relaxing morning in the spa before you depart. Try the Viking Ritual, our guided contrast therapy experience, or a custom massage with Tata Harper products before you head out.
packing list
- Helmet
- Warm ski hat, baseball hat
- Goggles (high and low-light lenses)
- Sunglasses
- Outerwear (ski jacket and pants)
- Ski boots
- Ski socks
- Gloves or mittens (heavy and lightweight pair)
- Warm layers for top and bottom: capilene, wool, fleece
- Bathing suit (you might just find hot springs while skiing!)
- Avalanche safety gear will be provided to you
Ski-Runs to Sea-Runs
With Eleven’s Ski-to-Sea Experience you’ll heli-ski pristine lines down from peak to shoreline, then fly fish the Huséyjarkvisl, legendary for its large sea-run brown trout and limited access. It’s an adventure on a scale only Eleven could deliver.
