Helicopter flying among snow-covered Caucasus mountains

Heli-skiing Racha, Georgia

Explore a new heli-skiing frontier in Georgia’s Greater Caucasus. Seven nights, six planned heli-skiing days and 10 hours of helicopter time shared by a maximum of eight guests. Discover glaciated peaks, open slopes and forest runs, with single-room accommodation and full board included. Flying and terrain depend on weather and conditions.

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Racha is one of Georgia’s wildest and least-developed mountain regions—a place of wooden villages, vineyards, mineral springs and enormous Caucasus peaks. Far from ski resorts and lift queues, it offers remote terrain and a sense of discovery. For winter 2027, our local Georgian partners are launching a new heli-skiing programme here.

The 300 km² flying area combines two mountain systems. To the north, the glaciated Greater Caucasus above Ghebi and Shovi offers open shoulders, wide faces and couloirs, with descents of up to 1,200 vertical metres. To the south, forested slopes offer alternative terrain when conditions allow. Each day’s routes are chosen by the guides according to snow, visibility and weather.

"After working with Tatiana and her team for five years, I’m incredibly excited to see them open this new area. Racha has huge mountains, untouched terrain and a real sense of adventure. I can’t wait to experience it with our first Powder Mad group."

Jem Rose

Powder Mad Founder

A completely new heliskiing frontier

Racha is one of Georgia’s quietest and least-developed mountain regions. With no ski resorts, lift system or crowds, its high peaks and remote valleys remain almost completely unexplored by freeriders.

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Six days heli-skiing with 10 helicopter hours

Your week includes six planned heli-skiing days, with 10 hours of Airbus AS350 B3 helicopter time shared by the group. The guides choose routes each morning according to snow, weather and group ability. Flying is subject to suitable conditions.

Two mountain systems, one flying zone

The 300 km² flying area combines glaciated peaks, open shoulders, wide faces and couloirs in the Greater Caucasus with forested terrain to the south. Descents can reach up to 1,200 vertical metres.

SMALL GROUP, LOCAL EXPERTISE

With a maximum of eight guests and two local IFMGA/GMGA-qualified guides, you’ll explore Racha in a small group. The helicopter carries four guests and a guide per lift, with the groups taking turns. Daily plans are shaped by snow conditions, weather and the group’s ability.

Mountain adventure meets Georgian culture

Your base is a hotel in Oni, just a two-minute walk from the helipad. Seven nights in your own room are included, with breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout your stay. Away from the mountains, enjoy an included cellar visit, Khvanchkara wine tasting and traditional Racha food—a taste of the region’s warm Georgian hospitality.

HELI-SKIING €9,500 REMARKABLE VALUE.

2027 departures
31 Jan–7 Feb · 7–14 Feb · 14–21 Feb
28 Feb–7 Mar · 7–14 Mar · 14–21 Mar
21–28 Mar · 28 Mar–4 Apr

Price per person, Maxium eight guests. Single room included. Enquire below for availability.

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Your guides and hosts

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Sam Ford

Sam Ford – Powder Mad Host

Ludger

Ludger started his journey as a ski instructor in Pitztal, Tyrol, way back in 1991. After years of shredding on a snowboard, he made a glorious return to skiing in 2004, lured back by the magic of carving skis and rockered powder sticks.

Dougie Everett

Dougie's mountain addiction kicked off way back in his school days, hopping onto every ski trip his parents would greenlight. But the obsession truly snowballed during the 2014/15 winter, when he plunged into his first season in Sainte Foy.

Malik

Malek isn’t just any guide—he’s your key to unlocking Gulmarg’s untouched powder stashes.

Britt Quinn

For 15 years, Britt crisscrossed the globe, carving out a life filled with hiking, sailing, teaching yoga, snowboarding, surfing, and chasing adventure.

Jamie Barrow

Jamie Barrow is the World’s Fastest Snowboarder, a 4x Guinness World Record holder, and a former Team GB snowboarder.

Dom Heath

Dom is a seasoned skier whose love for the mountains spans more years than he cares to divulge. Nestled near the Pyrenees, Dom has made the rugged terrain his second home.

Flossie Cockle

Floss Cockle is a BASI British International Ski Teacher L4 ISTD which is the highest teaching qualification available to a British coach anywhere in the world.

Warwick Pickering

Warwick is a certified mountain professional and trained first aider, armed with extensive expertise in avalanche protocol and snow science.

Misha

Misha is a full qualified IFMGA and heli-skiing guide. He is a Svaneti local and speaks English, Georgian, Russian and of course the local Svaneti language.

Jem Rose (Powder Mad Founder)

Jem is the original founding member of Powder Mad, a skier whose passion for the sport and love of globe trotting adventures has shaped an incredible journey.

TRIP SUMMARY

What's included

Six planned heli-skiing days

10 hours of helicopter time

2 local IFMGA/GMGA guides for the group

Safety equipment
Full safety equipment is included, with an avalanche safety briefing before skiing.

Transfers from the airport to Racha and back

Road transfers between Racha and Kutaisi, Tbilisi or Batumi airport are included. Allow approximately 2¾ hours from Kutaisi or 4¼ hours from Tbilisi or Batumi, depending on road and weather conditions. Please check flight timings with us before booking.

Hotel accommodation in Racha

Your own room in Oni, with single occupancy included at no extra charge. The hotel is just a two-minute walk from the helipad.

Full board

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included throughout your stay, with hearty Georgian meals at the hotel and mountain picnics on heli-skiing days.

Khvanchkara wine and local food tasting

Visit a local wine cellar to taste Racha’s celebrated Khvanchkara wine and traditional regional food—an included experience beyond the skiing.

Avalanche equipment including air bags

Safety equipment and an avalanche safety briefing are included.

Tour manager support

Help with planning, travel arrangements and preparing for your adventure, plus tour manager support throughout your stay.

What's not included

Flights

Flights to and from Georgia are not included. Fly into Kutaisi, Tbilisi or Batumi, and check your flight timings with us before booking so we can coordinate your included airport transfers.

Travel and heli-skiing insurance

Insurance is not included. Please arrange cover specifically for guided heli-skiing, including mountain rescue, medical evacuation and trip cancellation. Ask us for help

Ski and snowboard equipment

Skis, snowboards, boots and personal riding equipment are not included. Bring equipment suitable for deep powder and varied off-piste conditions. Contact us before travelling if you need help..

Drinks and personal expenses

Drinks and personal purchases are not included, apart from the wine tasting included in your programme.

Tips

Tips for guides, pilots and hotel staff are not included and are entirely at your discretion.

Optional helicopter experiences

Additional helicopter time is available from €3,200 per hour. A heli-ski safari day in Svaneti or helicopter transfers from Kutaisi or Tbilisi can also be arranged on request. All options cost extra and depend on availability and conditions. Contact us for a personalised quote.

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