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Heliski in Mt. Stol, between Slovenia and Austria

Amazing heliski adventure in Mount Stol (2236 m), the highest mountain in the Karawanks range, together with an IFMGA mountain guide.

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Alps

1 Day

Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec


Description

I invite you to a once in a lifetime adventure: heliskiing in Mount Stol (2236 m), the highest peak in the Karavanke region, located in the border between Slovenia and Austria. 

Due to its altitude, this mountain is ideal for heliskiing. From all the routes to go down Mt. Stol, I will take you to the valley of Bodental in Austria. This route offers a great snow quality, because it receives shelter from the sun and wind. In fact, you can find very good snow even days after the last snowfall.

Mount Stol has 1200 altitude meters of terrain with options for both demanding and easy going skiers. You can also practice snowboarding. In addition to this, you get to enjoy the wonderful surroundings and stay far from crowds on unexplored slopes.

One of the main advantages of helicopter drop-offs is you are not going to feel tired from hiking uphill and you’ll forget about chairlifts.

I am an IFGMA mountain guide and also an expert freerider. During this 1-day adventure, I will explain the basic helicopter procedures and how to use an avalanche safety gear. Besides, I’ll take you off piste skiing to amazing areas, where you will be able to improve your skiing skills.

In case you are a group of professional skiers and you want to film or just do something else, I can help you arrange a program according to your wishes.

ABOUT THIS TRIP

Our starting point will be an Airfield in Lesce, 5 kilometers away from the Slovenian town of Bled. We’ll start in the morning, although the helicopter ride will depend on the weather conditions for the day. Fog and wind are the most decisive factors.

In the helicopter hangar we’ll talk about safety procedures and prepare our gear. Moreover, we’ll learn the basic facts of avalanche safety equipment. Finally, we’ll fly up to Mount Stol. The helicopter ride will take from 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the size of the group.

Once in the summit, we’ll have a few options for descent. I will choose the best line depending on snow and weather conditions. I will also determine the variations you will be able to take, according to your skills. The descent will take between 2.30 hours and 4 hours.

We’ll ski down to a nice touristic farm, where we’ll relax and have something to drink and eat before heading back with a van. The way back will take about 40 minutes.

Depending on the size of the group, this whole trip will take from 6 to 8 hours.

Please contact me if you want to be a part of this amazing adventure. I will be happy to show you some great spots in Mount Stol.

Price includes

- Guiding fee

- Transport during the trip

- Helicopter drops as described

- Breakfast

- Dinner


Details

More info

The following things are also included in the price: -Basic avalanche safety equipment -Drink and traditional snack after the descent -Transfer back from Austria to the starting point.

Meeting point

Airfield in Lesce.

About the guide

I grew up in Slovenia with Julian Alps as my backyard. Expeditions to Himalaya started when I was 17, started steep skiing at 15, climbing big walls at 13 and it was a natural progression to BASE jump and to become a mountain guide- a job that feeds my soul. I have been to several climbing expeditions to Peru, Kyrgyzstan, Tibet, Nepal and India.

I'm an IFMGA qualified mountain guide as well as an instructor for future guides, ski instructor, certified helicopter operator and a Heli Ski guide. Although my work took me all over the world my favorite place is still in the Julian Alps. Sharing the hidden places in my Home Mountains with my clients, guiding and teaching them to explore on their own is has been my biggest passion for the past few years.

Mountains are my passion. Winter or summer, climbing, flying through the air or skiing, it doesn't matter to me if I am guiding or having fun with friends. I simply get spaced out when I am in the mountains. Guiding for me is not a job - it is a state of mind and a lifestyle.

Languages

Slovenian | English

Residence

Bled, Slovenia


What people are saying about -Rok Zalokar

Andrew Kanatani

5.00

September, 2021

Hey Rok & Dejan, Thanks for taking us out to Bellevue. We had a great time and enjoyed the drinks and conversation after. We’re off to do some bouldering in Trenta per your recommendation, and are inspired to hit the outside even more when we’re back home. Hope to come back to Slovenia one day. Maybe we’ll see you in Metelkova tomorrow, Dejan. Best, Andrew

Michelle Gleason

5.00

August, 2019

This rating is for Igor Kremser, who ended up guiding our group. He did an amazing job and made everyone feel comfortable climbing to the peak. He also took great pictures along the way and shared them with us. All in all, a fantastic experience!

Maria Visintin

5.00

July, 2019

We enjoyed our trip immensely. Highly recommend Rok Zalokar as as guide. Very knowledgeable and patient with our group of climbers.

Tanya Glanville

5.00

July, 2018

Weather was turning so we decided to push to the summit in one day...8.5 hours from Krma valley, up to hut, up to summit, back to hut. Rok is so great! I like a guide who moves fast. Thank you!!!!

Justin Kuang

5.00

April, 2018

I booked the "Ski touring up to Kredarica hut" tour in February, right in the middle of a Slovenian winter. Although, I stay fit all year long, but the "alpine fit" is a different level of fitness, and the trip had proved that I am over confident about my fitness. Despite, the ascent during the winter is very physical demanding, it is quite fun to do it in the winter even without reaching to the hut or the peak. The view of Mt. Triglav and the valley is quite spectacular. Lupe is a great tour guide, very capable with tons of patient. Petra, the trip coordinator, is also very friendly and helpful who actively offer useful tips and insights about travelling in Slovenia and Balkan region

Tristan Rodgers

5.00

February, 2018

Absolutely incredible trip. Rok knows exactly where the best snow is and will go out of his way to ensure you push yourself whilst staying safe. I couldn't recommend it enough.

Victor Csok

5.00

July, 2017

It was an amazing trip and Rock was a wonderful guide. There was a difficult situation because of storm but everybody felt very safe thanks to Rock and his experience.

Björn Torell

5.00

July, 2017

We were four guys and enjoyed the trip very much. Beautiful scenery and the guide took good care of us and we felt safe all the way to the top and back.

Juliet & Jamie

5.00

May, 2017

Our climb with Rok was awesome. He adjusted the plan because weather conditions weren't great for multi-pitching so we went to a nearby crag and did mostly sports routes but also had the chance to try a bit of trad climbing as well. He chose good routes for us which were at the right level - challenging but enjoyable. He made the effort to incorporate teaching on climbing technique and technical skills like setting up a belay point. Jamie and I really enjoyed hanging out with Rok, who shared his passion for climbing with us, and was super helpful in giving us advice for climbing we could do during the rest of our stay in Slovenia. So glad we found you guys! Best wishes

Margaret

5.00

September, 2016

I had an awesome time going up Mt Triglav with Rok! He was super friendly and made the hike all the better. Both the guide and the ascent were a 5 out of 5!

David

5.00

September, 2016

My ascent of Mt Triglav with Rok went very well.  The group reached the summit successfully.  It was the right decision to go for it on the same day that we had walked up to the hut. I felt safe all of the time with Rok and I would look forward to climbing with him again sometime in the future.  The other members of the group were very pleasant company.

David Bonnevier

5.00

July, 2016

Thank you Rok, for an amazing climb up the northern wall of Triglav. Breathtaking scenery, great company and most importantly world class guidance which made the difficulties seem easy. A memory for life!

Bryan Flood

5.00

August, 2015

We had a fantastic experience with Rok. We booked a 2 day trip to climb Mt. Triglav in June, 2015. The first 2/3rds of the ascent were pretty easy. During this part Rok was less of a technical guide, but was very valuable in setting a good pace to reach our hut on time, knowing when to stop for rests, knowing where the next mountain spring was to refill our water, and providing us with some information about the social history of the area, and some natural history about the mountains and forests we were walking through. It really increased my appreciation for the area and helped me enjoy the trek that much more. On the second day we climbed to the summit, and this is where Rok's experience and guidance proved invaluable. The trail led us along numerous ridges, with shear vertical drops on either side, and near vertical climbs up shear rock faces, some with, and some without a via ferrata to tie off to. I found it quite nerve-wracking, and would not have been able to do it alone. Rok was very calm and reassuring the entire time, giving gentle reassurance and encouragement, which really helped. In addition, he took our safety very seriously which gave me the confidence to continue to the summit. The landscape and scenery around Mt Triglav is absolutely stunning - I have a fantastic time, and would not have been able to enjoy it (or complete the trek even) without the help and guidance of Rok - he really does rock (I've been waiting this whole review to squeeze in that pun). I could highly recommend Rok and Vertical Adventures to anyone looking to do some exploring and adventuring in Slovenia.

Luisa Fernanda Lund

5.00

February, 2015

We had a great ski touring experience! Well planned, brilliant and nice guides - an awesome and recommendable company for everyone interested in adventures and life-long memories.


 

 

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