Live the freeride experience on world-class terrain.
Craving the thrill of carving through fresh powder, the challenge of steep, untouched terrain, or the pure adrenaline of an epic descent? Off-piste skiing in Val d’Isère offers an intense alpine adventure in one of the most stunning ski domains in the Alps.
At Snocool, our certified, passionate guides lead custom freeride excursions designed to push your technical limits while ensuring maximum safety. Whether you’re an advanced skier or a seasoned snowboarder, you’ll discover Val d’Isère’s most iconic lines and experience the unmatched freedom of pristine snow.
Val d’Isère is a freeride legend—high altitude, reliable snow, diverse terrain, and breathtaking scenery. With Snocool, you’ll explore these extraordinary routes with a spirit of freedom, performance, and deep respect for the mountain.
The Snocool Advantages
Certified, passionate guides
Certified, passionate guides.
Weather analysis & safety briefing
Weather analysis & safety briefing before every trip.
Safety gear provided
Safety gear provided.
Iconic routes
Iconic routes & hidden gems.
Smooth, personalised organisation with Misha
Smooth, personalised organisation with Misha.
Heliski option to Italian slopes
Heliski option to Italian slopes.
Off-piste skiing in Val d’Isère
Snocool off-piste ski sessions are perfect for exploring Val d’Isère’s hidden terrain, riding powder and improving your all-mountain skills.
Our guides adapt each session to the weather conditions and the group’s level.
Some iconic routes include:
- Signal slopes: accessible and varied, perfect for a first freeride experience
- Charvet valleys: more technical terrain for progression
- Lavachet face: steep and demanding for advanced skiers
- Fornet and Solaise areas: scenic and less crowded lines
Val d’Isère offers a wide range of terrain, allowing each session to be tailored from beginner off-piste to expert lines.
Your session may include hiking, with the option to use climbing skins.
Three approaches:
- Freeride
- Freerando
- Ski touring
Coming as a group? Mix skiers and snowboarders and enjoy the mountain together.
Our Off-Piste Skiing Packages:
Hourly Session
- Individual coaching or technical focus on this new snow
- Terrain reading, speed control, safety
- Ideal for initiation or confidence-boosting
- €80/hour and €10 per additional person
(example: 2 hours = €160 for 1 person or €180 for 2 people)
Half-Day
- 4 hours of off-piste exploration with a certified guide
- 4 hours is enough to use the ski touring equipment to go further away where there is no tracks
- Forest runs, couloirs, or wide-open slopes
- Focus on DVA equipment management & group progression
- €340 for up to 2 people
- €380 for 3 people or more
Full Day
- Full exploration of Val d’Isère–Tignes
- Up and down all day skiing millions of turns until exhaustion!
- We will offer you to use the skins to reach untouched slopes and spend a day in the mountain
- €550 for up to 2 people
- €600 for 3 people or more
Booking online: additional fees apply.
Book via email, WhatsApp or phone:
Online booking : additional fees apply.
Off-Piste Snowboarding in Val d’Isère
Coming as a group? Mix skiers and snowboarders and enjoy the mountain together.
Snocool off-piste snowboard sessions deliver the pure sensation of riding untouched snow.
Our expert snowboard instructors and guides help you refine your style and develop smooth, confident riding in powder.
Val d’Isère offers a wide variety of terrain, from accessible slopes to more technical lines, always adapted to your level and the day’s conditions.
Whether you’re looking to progress or simply chase the best snow, each session combines fun, safety and freedom.
Your session may include hiking, with the option to use climbing skins.
Three approaches:
- Freeride
- Freerando
- Splitboarding
Coming with friends? Skiers and snowboarders can ride together!
Our Off-Piste Snowboarding Packages:
Hourly Session
- One-on-one coaching, technique, initiation, or advanced
- Ideal format for an intro to off-piste snow
- €80/hour and €10 per additional person
(example: 2 hours = €160 for 1 person or €180 for 2 people)
Half-Day
- 4 hours of exploration, perfect for building confidence
- 4 hours to use a splitboard or hike with the snowboard on a pack to go further away
- Work on technique: edge control, frontside/backside transitions in powder, and terrain management
- €340 for up to 2 people
- €380 for 3 people or more
Full Day
- Optimal use of chairlifts for fast access to altitude, skins on with your split and entry into untouched terrain, far from the crowds
- Feeling of being alone in the world on long, varied descents, endless turns across wide and wild itineraries
- A day in the mountains: never a wasted day
- Technical briefings, and safety focus
- €550 for up to 2 people
- €600 for 3 people or more
Booking online: additional fees apply.
Book via email, WhatsApp or phone:
Online booking : additional fees apply.
Heliskiing in Val d’Isère: The Ultimate Experience
From Val d’Isère, access Italian slopes for an unforgettable heliski day.
Guided by a certified heliski professional, you’ll soar over alpine peaks before carving through pristine powder.
Bonneval Valley Pickup – 1 Flight
- 1 flight
- 9am–5pm
- Group of 4
- Safety gear provided
- Price: please contact us
FLY 'N HIKE COMBO
- 1 flight + 1 tour
- 8am–6pm
- Group of 4
- 3,500m vertical drop
- Price: please contact us
LA THUILE CLASSIC
- 2 flights
- 8am–3pm
- Group of 4
- 3,200m vertical drop
- Price: please contact us
CLASSIC +
- 3 flights
- 8am–5pm
- Group of 4
- 4,500m vertical drop
- Price: please contact us
Book via email, WhatsApp or phone:
Freerando, Ski Touring & Splitboarding
Want to experience the mountain in its purest form? Our Snocool guides offer ski touring and splitboarding trips on request, combining physical challenge, freedom, and the joy of being immersed in wild, untouched nature.
Freerando combines lift access with short skinning ascents—the perfect balance of instant gratification and exploratory challenge. It opens up exclusive slopes otherwise unreachable, maximising downhill time while adding a physical dimension.
Ski touring is for those who want to escape the crowds entirely. Every ascent becomes a personal challenge, every descent a reward in wild, untouched surroundings.
In Val d’Isère, the off-piste options are endless. The mountain is vast and extensive—you would need a lifetime to explore every route.
For snowboarders, splitboarding is the touring version of your board—a splitboard that separates into two skis for the ascent (with skins) and reassembles for the descent. It’s the ultimate blend of freeride freedom and ski-touring versatility.
Options Available:
- Intro to freeriding: Ski Touring/Splitboarding – Lift-assisted + short ascents, Technique, transitions, effort management
- Full Day – Ascent, picnic, and off-piste descent
- Ski Raid – 2+ days with overnight stays in mountain refuges
Available on request only.
How a Snocool Freeride Trip Works
Each session starts with a full safety briefing, including snowpack analysis, weather updates, and equipment checks. Your guide adjusts the plan based on group level, snow conditions, and real-time factors.
During the descent, they’ll share technical tips, terrain-reading skills, and group cohesion strategies. Regular breaks let you hydrate, chat, and soak in the stunning surroundings.
The day wraps up with a personalised debrief, reviewing progress and planning your next adventure.
A Human-Centred, Professional & Safe Approach
At Snocool, safety is non-negotiable. Every trip is led by a state-certified guide, trained in mountain rescue and avalanche risk assessment.
Included in Every Trip:
- Weather and safety briefing
- Provision of safety equipment
- Pre-departure gear and group checks
- Real-time route adjustments
👉 With Snocool, powder thrills come with rigor and peace of mind.
Organisation & Meeting Point
Misha, our coordinator, handles everything:
- Guide booking
- Meeting time and location
- Equipment rental (if needed)
- Group matching by level and goals
Meeting Point:
Under the ski map at the entrance of the Olympic gondola
Heliski pickup confirmed in advance
Essential Gear to Bring
Off-piste skis or splitboard
Helmet (mandatory)
Backpack with DVA, probe, shovel (provided)
Warm, breathable layers
Gloves
Ski goggles or sunglasses
Rigid, comfortable boots
Sunscreen, snacks, and water
Not Sure Which Format Is Right for You? Let’s Talk!
Not sure about your level or the best trip format?
Misha, our Snocool coordinator in Val d’Isère, will help you choose the perfect option based on your skills, fitness, and the day’s conditions.
Passionate & Attentive Instructors
Discover Snocool’s passionate, experienced guides—Val d’Isère experts who’ll share their love of freeride and ski touring in a safe, friendly, and high-energy setting.
FAQ
Do I need to be an expert for off-piste skiing?
No—some packages are open to those comfortable on black runs.
Is safety equipment included?
Yes! DVA, probe, and shovel are provided (ABS on request).
Can I join with a snowboard?
Absolutely! Our guides also lead freeride snowboarders. No problem to mix skiers and boarders in a group, as long as they are friends.
What if the weather turns bad?
Safety first—your guide will adapt based on conditions.
Are trips cancelled in case of avalanche risk?
No. There is always some avalanche risk in the mountains. Our guides prioritize your safety by carefully studying the avalanche bulletin (BRA) and choosing slopes that are as safe as possible. That’s why our guides are so skilled—they stay safe while responsibly selecting the best snow for you to ski.
