Heli-Skiing in Whistler
Fulfill your dreams and try the ultimate form of skiing and snowboarding. The Coast Mountains of British Columbia offer some of the worlds best heli-skiing you can find. Just imagine, skiing untouched powder, seeing the incredible scenery and flying in a helicopter. Combined with the friendliness and knowledge of your Canadian heli-skiing guides, you will have an unbelievable experience. Tell us your needs, and we will match you with the right company and package!
Whistler Heli-Skiing
The ultimate in convenience and 24 years of experience. From one day to a week, three runs and up! All packages include professional heli-ski guide with each group, use of avalanche transceivers and powder ski tracers, on-mountain lunch and return ground transportation to the helicopter landing area from Whistler Village. For any package, Powder Skis or Snowboards are available for $35*/day.
Classic Experience
- 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
- Professional photo and video service. View and purchase at après party.
- No powder experience necessary!
- Cost: $750* per person
- Extra runs are available for $85*/person per run
Elite Adventure
- 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
- Professional photo and video service. View and purchase at après party.
- Cost: $835* per person
- Extra runs are available for $85*/person per run
Ultimate Excursion
- 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
- Cost: $1070* per person
- Extra runs are available for $95*/person per run
A-Star Private Package
- Based on 1.5 hours of flying time
- Suitable for up to a total of 4 passengers aboard an A-Star helicopter
- Cost: $6,995* per group
- Extra flying time is available at $1,800* per hour
- Private photographer available on request
* All prices are subject to 5% GST. A $25/person fuel surcharge will apply.
Typical Heli-Skiing itinerary with Whistler Heli-Skiing
The night prior to your heli-ski trip you will visit the "Whistler Heli-Skiing" store in the Crystal Lodge to confirm your arrival in Whistler and sign a release of liability waiver, also to provide the staff information such as your ability level, etc... so that you are grouped correctly. All members of your group must be present to sign their waiver.
On your heli-ski day, you will report to the "Whistler Heli-Skiing" store at 8:30AM. You will then be directed to the Powder Hut where you will meet your guide and receive a heli-ski introduction. At approximately 9:30AM you will leave the Powder Hut with your guide for the Whistler Heli-Port. The first group will fly at approximately 10:15 AM. After a few runs you will enjoy a mountain lunch on the hill. The Whistler Heli-Skiing professional photography staff will capture one of your run on video and still pictures.
The heli-ski day ends at Buffalo Bills in the Timberline Hotel for the video party. You will be back between 2:30PM and 5:00PM, depending on weather and number of runs) The video party starts 30 minutes after the first group arrives. You may invite your friends to join you there. (19y+)
Coastrange Heliskiing
4 run "Discovery" package
$880 CDN plus 5% gst per person
Approx. 6000 - 10,000 vertical feet of skiing
6 run "Powder Hound" package
$1070 CDN plus 5% gst per person
Approx. 9000 - 15,000 vertical feet of skiing
Included in your daily packages:
- Only 4-5 guests to One Professional Guide
- Shuttle transportation
- Light continental breakfast
- Gourmet Luncheon
- Photo/video service
- Après
- Personal safety gear
* Additional Runs are $95.00 Per Person
* Powder Ski Rental $35.00
$25/person fuel surcharge may apply
Special Offer: Save $100 per person and enjoy your powder ski rentals for free
when you book a second or subsequent days heli-skiing with CRH.
***Heli-skiing is extremely popular in the Whistler area. To avoid
disappointment, book your heli skiing package prior to arrival in resort. Ask
our reservations agent for details.
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