Customized Skiing
Private customized guiding is the gold standard and most popular option among returning guests. This type of guiding allows you to be alone or in your own group with your mountain guide. It is undoubtedly the ideal solution to realize your projects since it guarantees you a maximum amount of comfort.
What to expect?
Tell us about your project or wishes or let us suggest an itinerary which we think would suit you or your group!
There are many possibilities varying from day tours from one base, for example a hotel with a sauna, to multi-day hut tours where we sleep in mountain huts.
Ski in Engelberg! The powder mecca!
Maybe you have heard about Laub, Steinberg, Sulz, Steintäli and Galtiberg, the big 5 of Engelberg. Or what about Brunni? Meadows full of snow and enjoyable skiing. Engelberg has amazing terrain for freeriding and ski touring with over 2000 vertical meter descents!
See something new!
Maybe you are already familiar with Engelberg and want to see some new corners of the valley or change the location completely? No problem, this is also something we provide!
The idea is of course always to ski the terrain that suits you with the best possible snow, no matter where we are!
With customized ski guiding you will benefit from:
- Personalized itinerary
- Expert guiding
- Stunning scenery
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Comprehensive support
- Memorable experience
Customized Skiing Price
If you have any questions regarding prices or services, we are happy to answer all of them.
Daily guiding fees winter 2025
1 person: 700 chf per person
2 persons: 350 chf per person
3 persons: 260 chf per person
4 persons: 212,50 chf per person
5 persons: 182 chf per person
6 persons: 160 chf per person
Includes: Guide’s fee with planning, organizing and guiding.
Does not include: Other costs e.g. lift tickets, transport, lunch, rental gear. Guide’s costs are to be covered by the guests.
Equipment
Technical material:
Skis
Ski boots
Touring bindings
Poles
Skins
Ski crampons
Backpack 30-40 liter
Avalanche kit with transceiver, shovel and probe
Rubber ski strap
One non-locking carabiner to hang gloves etc.
Helmet
Overnight equipment:
Headlamp with extra set of batteries
Hygienic accessories
Powerbank & phone charger
Sleeping liner
Earplugs
Extra pair of socks
Extra merino wool shirt and short underpants
Cash for the huts
Alpine club membership card
Other equipment:
Sunglasses
Ski goggles
Sunscreen for the face and lips
1 liter water bottle
0,5 liter thermos
Snacks
A small personalized first aid kit with your personal medicine, paracetamol, ibuprofen, blister plasters, sport tape
Clothes:
Ski pants
Ski socks
Base layer of merino wool
Mid layer fleece jacket
Gore-tex jacket
Lightweight insulation jacket
Thin and warm gloves
Buff
Cap/headband
Beanie
Special equipment:
On certain tours and especially on glaciers the guest needs the following:
Ski touring harness
Ski touring ice axe
Ski touring boot crampons
Sling 120 cm
2 locking carabiners
When?
Freeride
December – March
We’re happy to guide you in different parts of the alps but most of this time we guide in the vicinity of Engelberg. It’s an excellent base with a lot of terrain and different opportunities for all levels of skiers. With its central location we can also easily do day trips to nearby areas e.g. Andermatt, Ticino and so on.
Ski touring
December – May
The whole winter season is ski touring season.
December to March we offer excellent and exciting options in Engelberg and nearby areas but we also travel to other places e.g. Grisons, Uri and Ticino.
March to May we mostly do multi-day hut trips and ski mountaineering. We recommend the Urner Haute Route but are also excited and available to guide you on the classic Chamonix-Zermatt Haute Route or some other 5–7-day trip, for example in areas of Berner Oberland, Graubünden, Monte Rosa, Bernina etc.
Ski mountaineering on lesser-known peaks or the classics like Finsteraarhorn, Jungfrau, Piz Bernina, Mont Blanc etc. are possible in the spring until approximately the first weeks of June.
March to May we’re also available for skiing trips to other countries e.g. Norway, Svalbard
Why choose Sisu Mountain Guides?
When you choose Sisu Mountain Guides, you're choosing more than just an outdoor activity — you choose personalized and professional service.
Jonas Alajuuma from Sisu Mountain Guides is an IFMGA-certified mountain guide, and safety is always our top priority. We're proud to offer our clients unique experiences and help them create memories that last a lifetime.
Frequently asked questions
Here are some frequently asked questions with answers. If you still have anything on your mind, don't hesitate to contact us!
Yes. Ski crampons are an essential part of the ski touring kit. Even in powdery conditions they might come in handy on blown off ridges, refrozen sunny aspects or otherwise challenging terrain.
No. On customized ski touring Your tour will be tailored to match your skill level, preferences, and desired adventure. Whether you want gentle slopes or challenging descents, the route will be customized to provide the best experience.
As soon as possible! The planning for the next winter starts when the past winter is still going strong. So, the earlier you know when you want to join us the better for both you and us. This way we can plan the dates to suit you as well as possible and get the huts we need booked.
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