VOSS WELLNESS FIELD GUIDE
Voss Big‑Mountain Backcountry — Advanced Powder Lines and Steep Drops
Guided, advanced backcountry ski and splitboard day tours around Voss (weekends January–April) that prioritize big‑mountain powder, steep terrain and local guide safety.
Voss Big‑Mountain Backcountry — Advanced Powder Lines and Steep Drops.
Experience an exclusive backcountry day tour in Voss tailored for advanced skiers and splitboarders: long ascents, steep descents and abundant powder in big‑mountain settings, led by local guides who pick the best mountain for the day based on weather, snow and avalanche forecasts.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Big‑mountain powder and steep terrain
The tour concentrates on big‑mountain lines—long ascents and steep drops—offering extensive powder runs for experienced skiers and riders.
Local guides focused on safety and experience
Guides are local experts who prioritise both the quality of the experience and participant safety, tailoring each day to conditions and group wishes.
Flexible destinations across the Voss region
Destinations vary by weather and avalanche forecasts and may include Mount Oksen, Lønahorgi, Raundalen, Vikafjell and the Sognefjord area—the guide chooses the best objective for the group.
What the day feels like
How the day unfolds
A guided full‑day outing begins with a meeting in Voss, followed by transport and an ascent to the chosen mountain area; the guide sets the route to match snow, weather and group ability, culminating in long, steep powder runs before returning to Voss.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this day tour suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Boot sole length 265 mm → Mondo 22.5 (US Men 4.5 / US Women 5.5 / EU 36 / UK 3.5) and Mondo 23.5 (US Men 5.5 / US Women 6.5 / EU 37.5 / UK 4.5). 275 mm → Mondo 24.5 (US Men 6.5 / US Women 7.5 / EU 39 / UK 5.5). 285 mm → Mondo 25.5 (US Men 7.5 / US Women 8.5 / EU 40 / UK 6.5). 295 mm → Mondo 26.5 (US Men 7.5 / US Women 9.5 / EU 41.5 / UK 7.5). 305 mm → Mondo 27.5 (US Men 9.5 / US Women 10.5 / EU 42.5 / UK 8.5). 315 mm → Mondo 28.5 (US Men 10.5 / EU 44 / UK 9.5). 325 mm → Mondo 29.5 (US Men 11.5 / EU 45.5 / UK 10.5).
The chart shows boot sole length equivalents to Mondo sizing and common US/EU/UK conversions—use these measurements to confirm compatibility with alpine touring or splitboard bindings.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When do the tours run?
Tours operate Saturdays and Sundays from January to April.
How long is a typical tour day?
Duration is approximately 5 hours.
Where do we meet?
Meetings are in Voss at Evangervegen 32, 5704 Voss, Norway; pickups can be arranged by request.
Which mountain areas might we visit?
Guides choose among local objectives such as Mount Oksen, Lønahorgi, Raundalen, Vikafjell and areas near the Sognefjord based on conditions and group preference.
How far in advance is the route decided?
Routes are decided about 48 hours before departure to match weather, snow and avalanche forecasts and group wishes.
Are there skill or fitness restrictions?
Yes—there are no exceptions: participants must have a good level of skiing and/or riding suitable for big‑mountain runs.