Skagafjörður, Norðurland vestra
Deplar Farm
Exclusive Arctic farm on Iceland's Troll Peninsula: heli-skiing in winter, Arctic surfing in summer, northern lights, 13 rooms, and the entire property is yours alone
Overview
About the stay
Highlights
The experience
Heli-skiing the Tröllaskagi
Helicopter access to 1,200-metre Arctic powder slopes — the Greenland Sea at the bottom of the line and the Fljót valley farm visible below. The world's most remote and dramatic heli-ski experience.
Arctic surfing
North Atlantic swell arriving at black sand beaches on the Troll Peninsula's north coast — the most extreme cold-water surf context available from a luxury hotel in the world.
Northern lights over the Fljót valley
Iceland's remote north, no other guests, no road lighting — the northern lights above the farm valley in the winter dark sky that the Troll Peninsula provides.
Exclusive Icelandic farm
13 rooms, the whole valley, and the Eleven Experience team — the Deplar model where no other guests have ever been in your dining room.
Stay
Your journey
- 1
Mountain pass arrival
The drive to Deplar Farm crosses a mountain pass above the Troll Peninsula — glacial views, Arctic light, and the sense that the road is reaching the end of Iceland's accessible places before the valley opens.
- 2
Helicopter from the farm
In winter: the helicopter lifts from the farm and climbs toward the Tröllaskagi summit. At 1,200 metres, the doors open and the ski run begins — the Greenland Sea visible at the bottom.
- 3
Arctic surfing dawn
In summer: 6 AM at the black sand beach, North Atlantic swell arriving in sets, and the Arctic tern colony overhead. The most extreme surf context in Iceland, with a sauna on the beach afterward.
- 4
Northern lights from the farm
No other guests, no road lighting, the Fljót valley open to the north — one of Iceland's better dark sky positions, with the northern lights over the mountain ridge from October through April.
- 5
Farm kitchen dinner
Icelandic lamb from neighbouring farms, Arctic char from the Fljót River, skyr from the region's dairy, and wild herbs from the valley — a dinner that is entirely of this specific and remote place.
Packages
Ways to stay
Exclusive Farm Buyout (all-inclusive)
From ~USD $10,000/night (full property) — confirm at elevenexperience.com
Full property exclusive use — all 13 rooms, all meals, all guided activities, spa, and helicopter (winter). For groups of 8–26.
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Practical details
Deplar Farm is in the Fljót valley, Skagafjörður, North Iceland. Fly into Akureyri (AEY) from Reykjavík Domestic Airport (RVK, 45-min flight) or Keflavík (KEF, 5-hour drive via Ring Road). From Akureyri: approximately 90-minute drive via the Troll Peninsula coastal road and mountain pass to the Fljót valley. 4WD required — Eleven Experience coordinates all transport logistics for guest groups. Private charter and helicopter arrivals can be arranged.
minimumStay
4-night minimum typical — confirm with Eleven Experience.
children
The adventure programming has age and skill requirements. Confirm family suitability for specific activities.
cancellation
See elevenexperience.com for current cancellation terms on full-property bookings.
What does exclusive-use mean at Deplar Farm?
Deplar Farm operates on a full-property exclusive-use model — when you book, you book all 13 rooms and the entire property for your group. There are no other guests. This means private use of the kitchen, the guides, the dining room, and in winter, the helicopter. Groups typically range from 8 to 26 people.
What is heli-skiing on the Troll Peninsula?
The Tröllaskagi mountains above Deplar Farm offer world-class heli-skiing: steep Arctic powder slopes accessed by helicopter, with lines dropping from 1,200-metre peaks toward the Greenland Sea. The mountain terrain is not groomed or lift-served — it is backcountry skiing with certified mountain guides. The combination of Arctic light (winter sun low on the horizon), powder conditions, and the Greenland Sea backdrop is extraordinary.
Is Arctic surfing at Deplar Farm really possible?
Yes. The Troll Peninsula's north-facing coastlines receive North Atlantic swell that produces rideable waves on black sand beaches in an Arctic environment. Iceland has a small but established surf community, and the surfing at Deplar Farm is for experienced surfers rather than beginners — the water is cold (wetsuits and hoods required), the surf is powerful, and the Arctic context is genuinely extreme. Experienced surfers describe it as one of the most remarkable surf experiences in the world.
How do I get to Deplar Farm?
The most direct routing is to fly into Akureyri Airport (AEY), North Iceland's domestic hub (approximately 45-minute flight from Reykjavík, or 5-hour drive via Ring Road). From Akureyri, Deplar Farm is approximately 90 minutes drive via the Troll Peninsula coastal road and mountain pass to the Fljót valley. A 4WD vehicle is required for the final approach. The Eleven Experience team coordinates all logistics and transfers for guest groups.
What is the minimum group size at Deplar Farm?
The exclusive-use model requires booking the full property — minimum pricing reflects the cost of the entire farm regardless of the number of guests (up to 26). Small groups of 6–10 can book the full property and use fewer than all 13 rooms. Confirm current minimum pricing and group configurations with the Eleven Experience team at elevenexperience.com.
How do I book at Deplar Farm?
Book direct at https://www.elevenexperience.com/deplar-farm/book. MindReach connects ready travellers with Deplar Farm — we do not take room bookings or spa reservations.
How do I contact Deplar Farm?
Phone: +1 970 704 0101. Email: hello@elevenexperience.com. Website: https://www.elevenexperience.com/deplar-farm
Who is Deplar Farm ideal for?
Private group bookings — family gatherings, corporate retreats, friend groups of 8–26 Heli-skiers seeking one of the world's most extraordinary Arctic powder experiences Surfers wanting the most extreme and beautiful surf context available in any luxury hotel Ultra-luxury travellers who want total privacy in a UNESCO-quality natural landscape North American groups who want to experience Iceland without any other guests
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