Ski Touring / Backcountry Skiing
Ski touring and backcountry skiing are the fastest-growing winter sport (+12% annual growth). Earn your turns by skinning uphill, then ski untracked powder down. Hokkaido, BC heli-skiing, the Haute Route ski traverse (Chamonix to Zermatt in winter), Birkebeiner cross-country race, and Antarctic ski-and-sail expeditions offer a spectrum from accessible to extreme.
Elevation Gain
5,000m
Max Altitude
4,000m
Best Seasons
Winter
Region
Europe, North-america, Asia
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Prerequisites
Complete these adventures first to build the fitness, skills, and experience this adventure demands.
Mountain hut experience and Alpine fitness translate to ski touring logistics and terrain.
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Booking Info
Book 4+ months ahead
Guided ski touring books 4-6 months ahead. Avalanche safety certification recommended.
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