Heliskiing
Summit drops into Armenia’s highest volcanic caldera. Direct helicopter access to untouched powder fields at 4,000 meters with experienced lead guides and full operational support.
Time & Location
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Mount Aragats
About the event
Mount Aragats 4090m
Operation Overview
Aragats Operations conducts high-alpine heliski sessions in Mount Aragats' volcanic caldera (4,090 m). Designed for experienced backcountry riders, our service provides direct helicopter drops to high-elevation drop points with total operational, safety, and logistical support.
Aircraft Setup: Dedicated group format consisting of 4 riders, 1 lead mountain guide, and 1 pilot.
Weather Corridor: Flexible 4–5 day operational window to guarantee optimal visibility, safety, and snowpack conditions.
Safety Protocols: Mandatory pre-flight safety briefings, two-way radio equipment, continuous avalanche terrain assessment, and high-altitude mountain insurance support.
Base Package Details: Direct helicopter flights departing from Yerevan, 2 guaranteed summit descents per operational day, lead mountain guide support, and all local ground transfers.
Technical Specs
Operational Season: January – May (Peak powder & spring conditions)
Drop Altitude: ~4,000 m (Mount Aragats Caldera & Summits)
Descent Finish: ~3,000 m
Vertical Drop: ~800 - 1,000m vertical meters per run
Run Distance: ~4.5 – 10 km per line
Slope Angles: 28° – 38° (steep technical pitches up to 42°)
Guaranteed Runs: 2 descents per session
Timing: ~2 hrs flight time + ~2 hrs active riding time
3. Booking & Conditions
Base Rate: AMD 400,000 per person (AMD 1,600,000 total for a group of 4 riders).
Deposit: 30% deposit required to secure operational flight dates and guiding team.
Included: Helicopter flight from Yerevan and back, 2 summit drops, lead guide, ground transfers, mountain insurance.
Exclusions: Personal gear rental and extra descents (billed separately).