Recognized Leaders in Alaska Heli Skiing
SMG Alaska Heli Ski is a highly acclaimed heli skiing operator that has been repeatedly recognized for excellence by prestigious media outlets such as Forbes and the Wall Street Journal. A uniquely curated experience created in 2008 by Aaron Brill, the renowned ski industry pioneer with over 1,000 first descents, SMG has become synonymous with the best heli skiing in the world. With just one private group of guests per week, we can focus our entire energy on your experience. Based in Girdwood and flying from the hotel heli pad, SMG maximizes a huge variety of terrain across endless mountain ranges. The Chugach, Tordrillos, Valdez, Neacolas, Seward, Petersburg and so much more… This unique versatility allows SMG to minimize weather conflicts and consistently get you into deep powder day after day. No one does it like SMG, which is why we are 100% sold out every season. SMG does hold a handful of weeks each season to allow a few select guests into the fold under the right circumstances.
Why ski with SMG
01MASSIVE TERRAIN SPANNING THE STATE OF ALASKA & PRACTICALLY ZERO DOWN DAYS
Every epic zone you have ever heard of and countless other secret spots.
02LUXURY LODGING & ALYESKA SKI RESORT
The premier luxury hotel in Alaska, just 35 minutes from Anchorage.
03TWO WORLD CLASS PROFESSIONAL GUIDES WITH EVERY GROUP
An extra layer of assurance every single day.
04ELITE AIRCRAFT
A specially modified H125 helicopter with nearly 1,000 horsepower, exclusively outfitted for SMG. The helicopter is also optioned with dual hydraulic systems which adds redundant safety.
05TWO PILOTS ONBOARD
Two pilots fly with your group every day.
06EASY DIRECT FLIGHTS TO ANCHORAGE & OPERATIONAL EACH SEASON STARTING IN OCTOBER
The best AK skiing of the entire year is typically in November.
“The most unique heli operation on the planet.”
Forbes Magazine
Your Private Alaska Heli Ski Trip
We are available 7 days a week to answer any questions, or feel free to answer these four quick questions and we'll reach out to you about dates and the terrain you're after.
From the Field: Alaska Heli Skiing
Fresh from the helicopter — the latest from @smgalaskaheliski.
VideoFun times with fun crew today!
VideoTomahawk Wall today!!
VideoFresh crew, fresh lines ⛷🏂
VideoSolid Saturday ⛷🏂
VideoEpic 23 run day, one of the best of season for sure!! Nice to see it stacking again❄️
VideoAnother sunny powder day, making 7 in a row for these lucky folks! Looks like more on tap for new crew starting tomorrow too!
VideoTasty today! But not to be confused with toasty today which it was definitely not ❄️!
VideoPow town! Extended Cold is creating some extra cold blower for this time of season 🏂⛷
VideoToo cold for the camera much of today, but top tier H2O quality!
VideoToo deep to open the door fully! When that happens, it’s going to be a good run!!
VideoSolid 15 run day ⛷🏂
VideoGreat snow today so didn’t even notice the light scuzzy clouds ⛷🏂
Hear From Our Guests
See what it's like to ski Alaska with SMG from the people who've experienced it.
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Get on the SMG list
We sell out every season. The list is how a few select guests get into the fold.
- First access to the handful of weeks we release each season
- Cancellation openings before they reach the public
- Snowpack and season reports from the Girdwood base
Ready to plan your Alaska heli ski trip?
Tell us your dates, group size and ability level and we will build the trip around the best snow in Alaska.
