“The spaced and easy flow of our Corporate Castaways event, from one "station" to the next, along with your staff’s clear explanations of what was expected really enhanced the day. People "got it" and had fun meeting the challenges. As with most Team events, the bringing together of individuals to meet a common goal directly facing them, and their finding ways to do this, was of great benefit. In our HEADSTART conference, these are people from right across Canada who seldom see each other directly. Working together in small groups is excellent networking, as opposed to sitting in a meeting or seminar. Without question this was an excellent investment.” Royal LePage
WHISTLER heli skiing
Whistler's best heli skiing tours!
Whistler Heli-skiing's opening date for 2009 / 10 season is Dec 5th 2009- April 18th 2010. We will be open during the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
Have you ever dreamed of heli skiing in the mountains of Canada? Have you ever wondered if you can "heli" snowboard? Have you watched the movies and doubted your ability to do it yourself? Well, if you can handle the "blue" (intermediate) runs at your ski area and occasionally attempt a black run, then you too CAN experience our fantastic high alpine powder!
90% of the world's heliskiing takes place in British Columbia, Canada. Our glacial climate, vast wilderness and abundance of powder snow, make this area ideal for the dream. Whistler Heli-Skiing has exclusive rights to heliski an area of big mountain terrain in the Whistler area that is 54 miles long and 33 miles wide. We ski on 173 glaciers and 475 runs. We've been here since 1981 and we are Whistler's most popular heli-ski company, yet there are runs on these mountains that we're still waiting to ski.
Going skiing or boarding while you’re in Whistler? Looking for lift tickets, lessons or rentals? check out our Whistler lift tickets and get organized for your adventure this winter! We also have discounted lift tickets for groups of 25 or more please call 1800 565 8735 for prices and package information for your group.
Just beyond the ski lifts of Whistler and Blackcomb, minutes from North America's #1-ranked Ski Resort, awaits the ultimate high-alpine experience. Imagine carving through untracked powder, endless terrain and breath-taking scenery.
With hundreds of ski runs, there is a tremendous variety of slopes to accommodate all levels of skiers and boarders from intermediate to expert. The skiing varies from wide-open glaciers to beautiful gladed tree runs.
The heli-ski area is made up of several zones and is approximately 50 miles north/south by 30 miles east/west (80km by 50km). Your guide will select terrain within a zone according to snowfall, the weather, and your group's ability.
Olympian Experience - INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCED
Available from Jan. 29, 2009 — March 03, 2010
4 runs approximately 6,000 – 10,000 vertical feet, or 1,800 – 3,500 vertical meters of skiing
$935 CDN plus tax per person.*
Extra vertical is available for $95 CDN plus tax per person, per run.
Bell 407 or A-Star Helicopter, groups of 4-5 people.
Designed for intermediate to advanced skiers or boarders
Packages
All heli-adventures are lead by a professional, certified heli-ski guide and include the use of avalanche transceiver and powder ski tracers, on–mountain lunch and return ground transportation from Whistler Village.
Classic Experience - INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCED
Classic Experience COST: $795* / person
December 5th - Jan 28, 2010 -March 4th - April 18th 2010
3 runs (approx. 4,500 – 7,500 vertical feet, or 1,400 - 2,300 vertical meters of skiing)
Designed for intermediate to advanced skiers or boarders
Bell 205 / 212 Helicopter, groups of 7-10 people
No powder experience necessary!
Extra runs are available for $85*/person per run
Professional photo and video service. View and purchase at apres party
Prices in Canadian funds and do not include tax + $25 Fuel Surcharge
Elite Adventure - EXPERT
Elite Adventure COST: $880* / person
December 5th - Jan 28, 2010 -March 4th - April 18th 2010
4 runs (approx. 6,000 - 10,000 vertical feet, or 1,800 - 3,500 vertical meters of skiing)
Designed for expert skiers or boarders
Bell 205 / 212 Helicopter, groups of 7-10 people
Extra runs are available for $85*/person per run
Professional photo and video service. View and purchase at apres party.
Prices in Canadian funds and do not include tax + $25 Fuel Surcharge
Ultimate Excursion - EXPERT
Ultimate Excursion COST: $1,125* / person
December 5th 2009 - April 18th 2010
6 runs (approx. 9,000 – 15,000 vertical feet. or 2,700 – 4,600 vertical meters of skiing).
Designed for experts who wish to move quickly and are considering doing extra runs
Suitable for groups of up to 5 with similar abilities who are looking for a more private experience
Private photographer available on request
Custom packages available
Exceptional Bell 407 Helicopter, seats 5 people
Extra runs are available for $95*/person per run
Prices in Canadian funds and do not include tax + $25 Fuel Surcharge
Private Packages
Cost: $7,285* / group
December 5th 2009 - April 18th 2010
A-Star Private:
Based on 1.5 hours of flying time
Suitable for up to a total of 4 passengers aboard an A-Star helicopter
Extra flying time is available at $250 per 1/10 hour
Private photographer available on request
Prices in Canadian funds and do not include tax + $25 Fuel Surcharge
Refund policy
If we do not fly, you will receive a full refund.
You may cancel your reservation at any time up to 4:00pm the day before your ski date, for a full refund.
Your seat may be forfeited if you have not checked in by 6:00 PM on the day prior to your ski day.
If you cancel after 4:00 PM the evening before you fly, or on the morning of your intended flight, you will be charged $200.00 plus GST cancellation fee.
Ability Levels
TERRAIN: Heli-skiing with us is about great skiing in gladded trees, open bowls and on glaciers. It is not about “extreme” skiing or jumping cliffs and rocks. We require that skiers are able to do parallel turns and snowboarders be able to handle deep powder.
CHOOSE YOUR ABILITY LEVEL WHILE TAKING INTO CONSIDERATION YOUR SKILLS, THE PACE OF THE DAY AND THE TERRAIN. (Blue, black and double black runs refer to the runs at your home or usual ski area.)
Intermediate
Blue Runs: Ski/board them with little trouble doing parallel turns down the fall line
Black Runs: Occasionally ski/board them
Double Black Runs: Can get down sometimes but not with a lot of style
Off Piste/Powder: Have some experience with different snow conditions and powder
Pace of the Day: Short pitches of skiing with lots of stops for rest, skiing tips and pictures
Terrain: Intermediate terrain
Suggested Package: “Classic Experience”
Advanced
Blue Runs: Have been skiing/boarding for years and get a lot of days in per season
Blues are easy
Black Runs: Routinely ski/board them
Double Black Runs: Often ski/board them
Off Piste/Powder: Enjoy powder and seek it out whenever possible
Pace of the Day: Similar to the expert, with longer pitches of skiing and less stopping, but at a more relaxed pace
Terrain: A combination of intermediate and expert terrain
Suggested Package: “Classic Experience”
Expert
Blue Runs: No problem on any blue run
Black Runs: No problem with any black runs
Double Black Runs: No problem with any double-black runs
Off Piste/Powder: Lots of powder experience and like to ski it quickly, rarely falling
Pace of the Day: Longer pitches of skiing and less stopping
Terrain: Steeper lines and terrain provided avalanche hazard is appropriate
Suggested Package: “Elite Adventure” OR “Ultimate Excursion”
