Are you planning your next ski adventure and wondering if you should hire a ski guide while heading out to the deep and white alpine backcountry? We have put together five good reasons that will make your decision-making easier.
Winter climbing in January may not be the first thing you think about when coming to St Anton but right now with spring like conditions, it’s a perfect time to try this protected climb and beautiful ski tour.
Nestled in the heart of the tranquil Verwall valley, beside the Rosanna river is the newly renovated Wagner Hütte, warm and inviting for Off Piste skiers, cross country skiers and hikers alike, to meet, mingle and indulge in some delicious Austrian food in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
While the Ski Arlberg ski resort has undergone many improvements over the summer, the most important and exciting is without doubt the brand new Schindlergratbahn gondola lift.
On November 28th we’ll start into winter season 2019/2020 here in Austria. All weekend there is free ski testing – including Black Crows, the “catch me if you can” race and lots of good vibes, everyone looking forward to another great winter!
This January was without doubt one of the most epic months we have experience in St. Anton am Arlberg in […]
Getting out quickly in the morning, its important to know what to pack so there’s no stress on the day […]
Over the last 10 years the popularity of airbags has spread rapidly amongst Off-Piste skiers and boarders and you will […]
All Piste To Powder guides are fully qualified, English speaking & local mountain guides
Make the most of your days in the mountain If you wan't to experience the most amazing skiing day ever Piste to Powder is the company to see. They... read moreIf you wan't to experience the most amazing skiing day ever Piste to Powder is the company to see. They have experienced and knowledgeable guides that know the area by heart. If you love to go off piste, don't miss a day with Piste to Powder! read less - 2019-03-01
Another great year We have been skiing with piste to powder for a couple of years now, and at the end of every... read moreWe have been skiing with piste to powder for a couple of years now, and at the end of every trip we say it would be impossible to have a better one. Yet, they keep getting better.
We skied slopes we hadn't done before and eventhough it was busy and we thought it would be impossible to find good untracked snow, the guides were always able to find untouched galleys with perfect snow conditions. It is the perfect way to make the most out of a good skiing holiday and we will definitely do it again next season. read less - 2019-03-24
CADebbieAwesome experience I figured that if I was going to travel all the way from California to St Anton to ski, I... read moreI figured that if I was going to travel all the way from California to St Anton to ski, I wanted to get the most out of the experience. After spending my first day on the piste with long lines, crowded slopes and spending far too much time looking at the map, I was anxious to get off-piste and away from the crowds. I decided to join an open group level 2 with Piste to Powder and was rewarded with incredible scenery, endless fresh tracks on open bowls and a great guide (Bernie) who knew the mountain well and took us to the best spots that I certainly would never have found or ventured to on my own. I'll admit that a couple of the drop ins and traverses made me go weak at the knees at first glance, but Bernie instilled confidence and was very patient. I enjoyed the small group experience and comradery of like minded skiiers. We were all exhausted at the end of the day but were on a high from the experience. I highly recommend this organization and would go with them again in a heartbeat if I'm ever back in the area. read less - 2017-02-23
Pedro A.Amazing guiding and quick response late at night We organised late at night for a guide the following morning for two high-level freeriders, with early meeting in Lech... read moreWe organised late at night for a guide the following morning for two high-level freeriders, with early meeting in Lech and free-riding. We were not expecting this kind of guiding in San Anton area, really professional and and hard-charging. read less - 2019-01-21
Hersh T.Great (safe) fun! A very professional and fulfilling experience. Our guide was Stefan K and led us to a very rewarding day in... read moreA very professional and fulfilling experience. Our guide was Stefan K and led us to a very rewarding day in challenging off-piste conditions. He provided valuable tips and advice in a clear and calm way which contributed to a fun (and safe) day out! read less - 2017-03-21
Epic 2 days even with limited visibility Another great few days with Florian - this year one bluebird powder day and one low vis powder day -... read moreAnother great few days with Florian - this year one bluebird powder day and one low vis powder day - the latter turned out to surprisingly be the best - found fine visibility runs at top of rendel, through trees, untracked, no one there all day. Epic. Dont let the lack of sun put you off these guys find the runs whatever the weather! read less - 2019-03-20
Jan d.My fourth experience with Piste to Powder, second time with Florian. Ok, circumstances were more or less PERFECT, fresh pack... read moreMy fourth experience with Piste to Powder, second time with Florian. Ok, circumstances were more or less PERFECT, fresh pack of snow and sun, but even then the guide needs to make the right choices. Florian made us all feel comfortable and safe, took us down beautiful slopes, and did push us to do the extra run. Top day! Recommend PtP! read less - 2019-02-09
Kmd379Wonderful guides I booked an off piste day with my brother. Our guide Florian was simply amazing. He was so patient and... read moreI booked an off piste day with my brother. Our guide Florian was simply amazing. He was so patient and dealt with two people with very different skiing styles brilliantly. The communication prior to the day was excellent and the payment system simple and efficient. I really cannot recommend Piste to Powder enough. Also highlights the importance of equipment and guiding for off piste. We came across an avalanche and two guides from piste to powder immediately organised everyone into efficient and safe search parties. Thankfully no one was hurt but shows how professional and decent they are. read less - 2019-01-06
John_snowlifeBEST decision was to be Guided for a week I signed up for the Level 3 Open Group for the Monday. Snow still wasn't deep but the guide found... read moreI signed up for the Level 3 Open Group for the Monday. Snow still wasn't deep but the guide found us fun off-piste skiing with some fresh powder. It was so much fun and we went to places I could never find on my own. So I signed up for the whole week and it was the best decision I could have made! Tomas took us over the mountains, down the valleys and through the trees in search for untouched powder and we found loads of it. He was extremely professional and I felt safe at all times with him. Being guided the whole week made all the other expenses of the trip so much more worthwhile. read less - 2017-01-21
Samuli L.Very good offpiste guiding and awesome day with group Cristoph - 2019-02-09
A Necessity With the vastness of St. Anton and the dangers/uncertainty of going off piste in the Alberg we thought it was... read moreWith the vastness of St. Anton and the dangers/uncertainty of going off piste in the Alberg we thought it was a no-brainer to hire a guide, and Piste to Powder was the most highly rated. Following our experience I would insist that anyone I knew who was going to St. Anton sign up with Piste to Power, and specifically with Moritz.
Moritz designed each days adventure based on what he felt would be most fun for us. He did not have a set plan that he uses for all his guests but immediately picked up on the fact that we love adventure, hiking, and fresh tracks. For three days Moritz took us all over off-piste, never to the same place twice, and wowed us with the most beautiful scenery, hiking, and skiing. It hadn't snowed in over a week, but it had been warm and rainy - the on piste skiing was poor - and Moritz was still able to find us untouched, knee deep powder for every single run. read less - 2020-03-01
Amazing skiing Thanks to Peter!! We spend five days with Peter who managed to find perfect snow everyday of the week. Very... read moreThanks to Peter!! We spend five days with Peter who managed to find perfect snow everyday of the week. Very impressive. I will definitely come back! / Björn read less - 2019-02-16
Explore693579 Ski guide Fantastic company! Zoe in the front office was great to work with and was able to pair us up... read moreFantastic company! Zoe in the front office was great to work with and was able to pair us up with Martin. Martin is a fantastic guide. I have spent the last 15 years visiting the Arlberg and I couldn't be more impressed with Piste To Powder.
Tom and Molli read less - 2017-02-05
Incredible guide My husband and I really enjoyed our time skiing with Tom. He was fun and thoughtful, giving us useful... read moreMy husband and I really enjoyed our time skiing with Tom. He was fun and thoughtful, giving us useful tips, and answering our questions about the area. We felt safe but challenged throughout our day skiing together. And the area we skied was gorgeous - some of the most epic backcountry touring I’ve done. Would highly recommend! read less - 2020-01-08
John T.off piste day to remember a memorable day out with Jacob, covering everything - stunning mountain scenery and skiing with noone else around. A challenging... read morea memorable day out with Jacob, covering everything - stunning mountain scenery and skiing with noone else around. A challenging day but always in safe hands. read less - 2019-01-23
Nicholas H. Best powder day I had two days with Christophe from Piste to Powder in St Anton and it was fantastic! The first day... read moreI had two days with Christophe from Piste to Powder in St Anton and it was fantastic! The first day was snowing and overcast but we managed to find some amazing runs surrounded by trees that created more than enough contours on the ground to see where we were going.
The second day was as perfect as it could get with fresh snow and sunshine. Every run that we did got better and better. We managed to find untouched powder fields until the very last run of the day!! Definitely worth having a guide like Christophe to find these gems. read less - 2019-02-07
Douglas K.Found great snow in difficult conditions I enjoyed two excellent day's skiing with Piste to Powder's guide Tom. In unpromising conditions he found great snow and... read moreI enjoyed two excellent day's skiing with Piste to Powder's guide Tom. In unpromising conditions he found great snow and pushed me to my limits in a way that was challenging but satisfying. I would definitely ski again with Tom if I have the good fortune of returning to St Anton read less - 2017-03-21
Awesome off Piste day! Awesome day off piste skiing with Gelbi. He was great with the group and catered to all of our skill levels - 2020-03-05
Caja C.Thanks Mike for everything! Perfect tour! - 2019-02-09
Harry O. Guiding Skied in group with Tom and had private half day booking with Jackob. Both really knew their stuff and managed... read moreSkied in group with Tom and had private half day booking with Jackob. Both really knew their stuff and managed the conditions, which were very different, and the challenges 12 year old behaviour with professionalism.
Top job gentlemen, thanks.
Harry. read less - 2017-02-19
Tomturbo314Great week again Joined an open group for five days and had lots of fun. Even though the weather was not always on... read moreJoined an open group for five days and had lots of fun. Even though the weather was not always on our side, we managed to find enough powder and a nice variety of runs. I felt save all the time with our experienced guide - thanks, Bernie! read less - 2017-02-28
Quality guides and experience We used Piste to Powder for 3 days with a friend. Mauritz O. was an excellent guide, judging the group... read moreWe used Piste to Powder for 3 days with a friend. Mauritz O. was an excellent guide, judging the group ski level very well. He worked hard to find us fresh powder that made the trip very memorable. Will definitely be using them again. read less - 2020-02-02
David C. Best day out in a while! We booked a mountain guide which turned out to be about our age and super chill. He showed us really... read moreWe booked a mountain guide which turned out to be about our age and super chill. He showed us really good spots, helped us practice our avalanche awareness theory but also took us riding some steeps and deeps.
Loved it and would recommend it over and over again :) read less - 2017-01-23
gionpier ..freeride super freeride tag mit florian. professioneller, symphathischer sehr vertrauenswürdiger guide, der mit uns super rides gefahren ist. - 2019-01-22
gustav l.Had a great day skiing with our guide Matthias, who found great fresh snow even when the weather was not... read moreHad a great day skiing with our guide Matthias, who found great fresh snow even when the weather was not optimal. Super communication as well, all e-mails i send got a response within 30 minutes. Can definetily recommend! read less - 2019-03-09
Fantastic introduction to Off Piste Skiing Had one of my best days on the mountain ever with Piste to Powder yesterday. Peter was absolutely fantastic, encouraging... read moreHad one of my best days on the mountain ever with Piste to Powder yesterday. Peter was absolutely fantastic, encouraging and engaging. He took us to some great spots, gave me some personal technique tips. I would strongly recommend this for people who are eager to try off piste skiing but not sure where to start. I felt safe but equally challenged throughout the day. I'll be back! Thank you Peter! read less - 2019-02-15
neverco Great fun in Open Group w/ Matthias Our mountain guide Matthias showed us all the best places and hidden gems. Even in quite challenging conditions were found... read moreOur mountain guide Matthias showed us all the best places and hidden gems. Even in quite challenging conditions were found powder stashes. Most other guiding companies don’t have open groups, so this definitely is a plus. It has been fun skiing with other like-minded people with similar abilities. They’ll provide you with safety equipment if you need it free of charge.
Be sure to bring some cash for lunch and for the occasional short bus ride back to the resort (4€). read less - 2018-03-31
Leonie S.Not only an amazing off piste experience, but the communication with Piste to Powder was great! Mike replied to all... read moreNot only an amazing off piste experience, but the communication with Piste to Powder was great! Mike replied to all my emails immediately and was extremely helpful! Can 100% recommend! read less - 2019-02-09
High altitudes, levels and attitude Peter took us for a full week of new experiences and challenged us in excellent conditions around StAnton. In a... read morePeter took us for a full week of new experiences and challenged us in excellent conditions around StAnton. In a week that started with heavy snowfall and ended with a blue skye you found fresh opportunities for each and every day. You pushed me a bit further, without sacrificing security at any moment. Very professional indeed. Your humble attitude and positive energy more than compensate for some exhausting moments. Especially in hindsight.
Full score and a warm recommendation.
/Erik read less - 2019-02-15