Heli-Skiing & Cat-Skiing
Coast Mountains (Randy Lincks photo)
British Columbia reigns supreme as one of the world's foremost heli-skiing and cat-skiing destinations.
Heli-skiing was pioneered in British Columbia more than 40 years ago, while cat-skiing was born more than 25 years ago in the Kootenay Rockies region.
Heli-skiing means accessing untouched, remote alpine terrain via helicopter. Adventurous skiers and boarders know that BC’s huge, consistent snowfalls, cool temperatures and ten massive mountain ranges translates to untouched powder, epic descents and diverse, wild terrain.
Hop in a snowcat (a treaded, truck-like vehicle), and access lower altitude – but still exhilarating – runs. Cat-skiing is generally less expensive than heli-skiing and is often utilized in inclement weather.
There are more than 20 heli-skiing and cat-skiing operators scattered throughout the province. All access deep powder and vast expanses of untracked terrain but have an array of heli-ski and cat-ski packages, amenities, accommodations, and services to suit all budgets and tastes.
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Heli-Skiing and Cat-Skiing in British Columbia's regions:
Kootenay Rockies: The birthplace of heli-skiing and cat-skiing and the region with the highest number of operators in BC.
Northern British Columbia: One of the largest heli-skiing and cat-skiing areas on the planet, with skiable terrain as far north as the 60th parallel.
Cariboo Chilcotin Coast: Deep snow packs, sprawling ice fields, steep descents and some of the highest peaks in BC.
Vancouver, Coast & Mountains: Remote cat-skiing and heli-skiing in the Pemberton Valley with all the amenities of nearby Whistler.
Thompson Okanagan: Includes a self-contained “heli-village” resort, expansive provincial parks, and the highest peak in the Rocky Mountains.
Whistler: Terrain more than 100 times the size of Whistler’s ski resort, plus a legendary après-ski scene.
Snow and Terrain
BC is known for its challenging ski terrain, but there are some gentler slopes as well. Ski alpine glaciers, open bowls, tree-lined glades, chutes, steeps and couloirs.
Annual snowfall in BC ranges from 10.5m/35ft on the west coast to a substantial 15m/50ft in the eastern Kootenay Rockies. Depending on the time of year, climate, and mountains, snow conditions can vary from knee-deep champagne powder to effortless, velvety corn snow. Ski season generally begins in mid-November and can last until late spring.
Heli-Ski and Cat-Ski Tours
There are endless options for heli-skiing and cat-skiing tours. Join a multi-day excursion or head to a ski resort for a single-day trip. Packages can range from small groups to private, customized tours and can include activities like lift-skiing, fishing, or soaking in a natural hot spring.
Accommodations can be remote destination lodges or convenient in-town hotels. At day's end, enjoy gourmet food, après-ski nightlife, and amenities such as hot tubs, fireplaces, fitness centres – even an indoor climbing wall.
Equipment and Ability
Heli-skiing and cat-skiing is typically for intermediate to advanced skiers with good physical fitness. Each operator has different guidelines, but clients should be able to comfortably ski blue and black diamond runs at ski resorts.
Powder skis/snowboards and poles are supplied, although a few operators rent equipment at an additional price. Guests must bring clothing and boots (tip: pack boots as carry-on luggage if flying).
Practical Points
- All of BC’s heli-skiing and cat-skiing operators follow strict safety guidelines, and certified guides accompany skiers to help ensure a safe experience.
- Departures may be delayed due to inclement weather.
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Hwy 3A/6 Slocan Junction
South Slocan, British Columbia
V0G 2G0
Websitehttp://www.valhallapow.com
Toll-free866-722-7669
Phone250-359-7665
Welcome to British Columbia's premier big mountain snowcat skiing and riding destination!
Located deep in the heart of the legendary Selkirk Mountains, Valhalla Powdercats invites you to come and be professionally guided through a diverse and engaging mix of big mountain terrain. Our tenure is six times the size of Whistler and Blackcomb combined, offering seasoned skiers a hearty selection of high alpine bowls, steep, old-growth forests, and endless, untracked Kootenay powder all day long. Expect zero line ups, and the sweetest, deepest, white gold, you will ever have the good fortune to sink into.
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4282 Mountain Square
Whistler, British Columbia
V0N 1B4
Websitehttp://www.whistlerheliskiing.com
Toll-free888-HELISKI
Phone604-905-3337
90% of the world's heli-skiing takes place in British Columbia. Our glacial climate, vast wilderness and abundance of powder snow make this area ideal for the dream. Whistler Heli-Skiing has exclusive rights to heli-ski an area of big mountain terrain in the Whistler area that is 87 km long and 54 km wide - over 50 times the area of Whistler Blackcomb. We ski on 173 glaciers and 475 runs.
We've been here since 1981 and we are Whistler's most popular heli-ski company. Make this the year and transform your ski or snowboard holiday into a dream holiday.
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110 Duncan Dam Haul Rd
Meadow Creek, British Columbia
V0G 1N0
Websitehttp://www.whitegrizzly.com
Toll-free800-843-5557
Phone250-366-4306
Passionate about steep deep powder, White Grizzly offers safe & consistently challenging backcountry adventures in pristine wilderness & majestic landscape of the Selkirks. With 15 years of operations, we offer caring, personal service, a warm family atmosphere, & unparallelled powder vacations.
Our cat skiing operation is located in BC's premier snow corridor, our specialized service caters exclusively to small groups. Guests are experienced powder enthusiasts with the skills to appreciate our treed terrain.
If you're ready to discover the next level of powder skiing or snowboarding, let us show you what cat skiing can be, it doesn't get better than this!
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Panorama Mountain
Panorama Mountain Village, British Columbia
V0A 1T0
Websitehttp://www.panoramaresort.com
Toll-free800-663-2929
Phone250-342-6941
Known for one of North America's biggest verticals, long cruisers, uncrowded slopes & backcountry-style skiing, Panorama Mountain Village in the Canadian Rockies has it all: downhill skiing, Nordic, heli-skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, spa, dining options & a great range of on-mountain lodging. In the summer, Panorama Resort offers award-winning golf at the Greywolf Golf Course, ranked #2 course in BC by ScoreGolf in 2011. Getting to Panorama is easy. Minutes from the Kootenay Rockies town of Invermere, Panorama is also close to Calgary & the famous mountain town of Banff.
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Valemount
Valemount, British Columbia
V0E 2Z0
Websitehttp://www.robsonhelimagic.com
Toll-free877-454-4700
Phone250-566-4700
Located mins from Mt Robson Provincial Park, we offer year-round spectacular sightseeing tours. World famous Berg Lake, a UNESCO world heritage site, is just a short flight away, offering day hikers & campers alike, the opportunity to fly into Robson Pass & hike out at their own pace. Heli-hiking tours are also available. A certified guide will hike with you in the glorious high country, enjoy a gourmet lunch before your helicopter whisks you back to reality. Winter brings exhilaration & fun in the form of heli-skiing & heli-snowshoeing. The best heli-ski prices in the industry, the leader in boutique heli-skiing. We guarantee it!
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