Whistler Heli-Skiing & Cat-Skiing
Heli-skiing near Whistler, Tourism BC/Randy Lincks photo
Heli-skiing and cat-skiing in Whistler offers deep powder skiing in untouched terrain – without the lift lines of the ski resort.
Choose from a variety of heli-ski or cat-ski packages and venture into terrain more than 100 times the size of Whistler Blackcomb but shared by less than 50 skiers a day. At night, indulge in Whistler’s legendary après-ski experience.
Three heli-ski companies – Powder Mountain Heli/Catskiing, Whistler Heli-Skiing, and Coast Range Heli-Skiing – specialize in day trips, but often combine those with lift-skiing and heli-assisted backcountry skiing or snowshoeing.
Snow and Terrain
The mix of challenging and gentle terrain in the Coast Mountains includes heavily glaciated peaks, wide-open bowls and sub-alpine tree-skiing, and is blanketed with up to 12m/40ft of snowfall annually.
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Combined, the tenures of Powder Mountain, Whistler Heli-Skiing, and Coast Range Heli-Skiing total nearly a million acres, meaning fresh tracks await skiers and boarders on nearly every run.
Popular heli-skiing areas include the Callaghan Valley (site of the Nordic events for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games); Brandywine and Spearhead to the south; and Mount Currie and Cayoosh to the north. Tricouni Mountain is popular for cat-skiing.
Whistler Heli-Skiing Tours
Powder Mountain has single-day heli-skiing for those short on time but big on powder. Descend never-before-skied runs, and end the day where it started: in Whistler's vibrant village.
At Whistler Heli-Skiing, choose from trips designed for first-time and intermediate heli-skiers, or try a private package with unlimited vertical descent. Four heli-skiing packages offer hundreds of runs on a variety of slopes, virgin powder and an on-mountain lunch with views of peaks and glaciers. Whistler Heli-Skiing is based out of Whistler Village.
Coast Range Heli-Skiing emphasizes small group heli-skiing, and has packages that range from single-day trips (four to six runs) to multi-day excursions. Interested in other winter activities? Opt for a heli-assisted backcountry skiing or snowshoeing trek through a snow-covered alpine meadow. Coast Range operates a complimentary pick-up shuttle for guests staying in Whistler, and flies out of nearby Pemberton.
Whistler Cat-Skiing Tours
Powder Mountain’s single-day cat-skiing tours take place at Tricouni Mountain – enjoy untracked powder, epic tree skiing and panoramic vistas of Whistler Blackcomb and surrounding mountains. Backcountry Snowcats operates out of nearby Pemberton and pick ups can be arranged from Whistler.
Heli-Skiing Tours near Whistler
Looking for even more terrain? TLH Heliskiing is just a short flight from Whistler. They offer combo tours – a customizable package that includes heli-skiing in the South Chilcotin Mountains with downhill skiing at Whistler Blackcomb.
Practical Points
- Whistler’s heli-skiing and cat-skiing season is from December to April.
- 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.
- 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.
- Most operators supply clients with powder skis and poles, but a few rent them for an extra price; it’s best to check in advance. Clients must bring their own boots and clothing.
- Departures may be delayed due to inclement weather.
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1641 Airport Rd
Pemberton, British Columbia
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'Achieving a Higher Standard' we are Whistler's Boutique Heliskiing Operation. Come have an experience of a lifetime with us!
A locally owned & operated company, we offer unique & personalized heli-skiing/snowboarding experiences for everyone. Heliskiing combines the beauty & serenity of the mountains with the adrenaline that comes from skiing down runs with fresh, deep, untouched powder.
With small, intimate groups of 4-5 guests per guide. Our Bell 407 & A Star helicopters are the ultimate in mountain flying machines; allowing us to access some of the most spectacular ski terrain in the world!
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4050 Whistler Way
Whistler, British Columbia
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Blackcomb Snowmobile tours are the ultimate winter experience. We offer tours for all different ability levels. Anything from Family to Extreme tours, we can accommodate your group's needs and show you a great time.
We operate out of the Brandywine Valley, the best backcountry terrain in Whistler. Our small guide-to-guest ratio allows for quick learning and fast paced tours. We offer numerous tours daily, departing every few hours.
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