Heliskiing preparation
New Experience

Pre-Heliski
Preparation

Master the skills, build your confidence, and acclimatize to altitude before your heliski adventure. Arrive ready to make every run count.

2-6

Days Training

2,800m

Max Altitude

100%

Ready for Heliski

WHAT IS PRE-HELISKI

Why Choose Pre-Heliski?

Pre-Heliski is a specialized training program designed to prepare skiers and snowboarders for the unique demands of heliskiing. Maximize your time in the helicopter and ski more runs with confidence.

Altitude Acclimatization

Gradually adapt to high altitudes in Georgia's Caucasus Mountains. Arrive at your heliski base feeling fresh and ready.

Technique Refinement

Work with expert instructors to perfect your powder skiing, steeps, and variable conditions techniques.

Small Group Focus

Intimate groups of 4-6 participants ensure personalized attention and rapid skill improvement.

Terrain Familiarization

Learn to read mountain terrain, assess snow conditions, and find the best lines like a pro.

Safety Training

Master avalanche awareness, companion rescue, and helicopter safety protocols essential for heliskiing.

Confidence Building

Push your limits in a supportive environment. Leave feeling confident and ready for any terrain.

Who Should Join?

  • Skiers/snowboarders planning heliski trips in Alaska, Canada, Iceland, or beyond
  • Intermediate to advanced riders wanting to improve off-piste skills
  • First-time heliskiers seeking preparation and confidence
  • Experienced skiers returning after a break who need a refresher

Not sure if Pre-Heliski is for you?

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PACKAGES

Choose Your Training Package

Starter

2 days / 3  nights

€990 /person
  • 2 days guided training
  • Shared accommodation
  • Breakfast & dinner
  • Technique coaching
  • Private guide
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RECOMMENDED

Pro

3 days / 4 nights

€1,480 /person
  • 3 days intensive training
  • Private room
  • All meals included
  • Private expert coach
  • Avalanche safety training
  • Equipment rental
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Elite

6 days / 7 nights

€2,980 /person
  • 6 days elite coaching
  • Luxury private suite
  • Gourmet all-inclusive
  • 1:1 coaching sessions
  • Full safety certification
  • Full equipment rental
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All packages include accommodation, guiding, and safety equipment. Combine with heliski bookings for exclusive discounts.

Helicopter flying over steep snow-covered peaks for heliskiing expedition
The Ultimate Experience

Heliskiing Racha

Georgia's most extreme heliski destination. Welcome to Alaska 2.0 — where the steepest lines in the Caucasus meet unlimited helicopter drops.

🏔️ 1.500m – 4.000m 🚁 Unlimited Drops ⛷️ Expert Only
Steep heliskiing terrain in Racha Caucasus mountains - Alaska 2.0 extreme powder
ALASKA 2.0
Racha Range Greater Caucasus
All-Inclusive Package
€8.900 /person
Duration
7 Days / 7 Nights

Unlimited Heli Drops

No cap on vertical. Your legs are the limit.

50°+ Terrain

The steepest lines in the Caucasus.

IFMGA Guide 1:4

Elite guide-to-guest ratio for safety.

Luxury Mountain Lodge

Private suites with sauna & spa.

7 nights luxury accommodation
6 full heliski days
Gourmet all-inclusive dining
IFMGA certified guide team
Full safety equipment (ABS bag)
Airport transfers Tbilisi/Kutaisi
Powder ski rental (optional)
Professional photo/video package
4.000m
Max. Elevation
2.500m
Vertical Drop
50°+
Max. Slope Angle
1:4
Guide Ratio

Alaska 2.0: Racha offers terrain comparable to Alaska's Chugach Range — but without the 3-year waiting list. Same steepness. Same powder. Zero crowds. This is for expert riders only. Pre-Heliski training required.

TRAINING CURRICULUM

What You'll Learn

DAY 1

Arrival & Assessment

  • Welcome briefing & goal setting
  • Skill assessment off piste
  • Equipment check & recommendations
  • Altitude acclimatization walk
DAY 2

Heliski Fundamentals

  • Reading snow conditions
  • Powder technique & floatation
  • Tree skiing & narrow runs
  • Intro to variable conditions
DAY 3

Heli Briefing

  • Saftey rules Helicopter
  • Communication Pilot
  • what do avoid
  • Enter & Exit Heli
DAY 4

Avalanche Safety

  • Terrain assessment & route planning
  • Transceiver search practice
  • Probe & shovel techniques
  • Companion rescue drills
DAY 5

High Altitude Push

  • 2,500m peak ascent
  • long runs training
  • Descent in high altitude snow
  • Mental preparation for heliski
DAY 6-7

Level Check

  • Which level of skiing/boarding
  • physical fitness check
  • Find your group
  • Heliski preparation briefing
LEVEL CHECK

Check Your Freeride Level

Not sure if your skiing or snowboarding level is right for catskiing or Heliskiing or Sledg-skiinge? Send us a short video and get a personal assessment from our guides.

Your Video

Send us a short video of you skiing or snowboarding off-piste. Our guides will review your riding and give you a personal assessment of whether your current level is suitable for our terrain.

What should the video show?

Ideally, send us 30–90 seconds of continuous riding on natural, ungroomed terrain.

  • Off-piste skiing or snowboarding
  • Different types of terrain if possible
  • Your normal riding style — no need to show off
  • A full run or several turns where we can clearly see your technique

Please don't film yourself specifically for the assessment if it means riding terrain that is beyond your ability. A normal video from a previous freeride day is perfect.

What We Look At

Skiers

  • Parallel turns in deep snow
  • Speed control
  • Balance and stance
  • Variable snow handling
  • Confidence on steeper terrain
  • Stop & change direction

Snowboarders

  • Board control in deep snow
  • Speed control
  • Turns on steeper terrain
  • Balance and body position
  • Ride variable snow
  • Confidence and control

Send Us Your Video

Upload your video and we'll check your freeride level. You don't need to be an expert — what matters most is that you can ride confidently, control your speed and make controlled turns in ungroomed snow.

Or email us directly at level-check@catskiing.ge

Our assessment is a guide only. Final decisions regarding terrain and safety are made by our guides on site, depending on snow, weather and mountain conditions.

Ready for heliski
Ready for Takeoff?

Arrive Ready to
Fly!

Don't waste precious heliski time on basics. Invest in Pre-Heliski training and make every run in the helicopter count. Your future self will thank you.

100%

Heliski Ready

30+

Training Runs

2,700m

Altitude Peak

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