HELISKIING and HELIBOARDING in BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA

Welcome to Snowscape’s Heliski Canada page!

Heliskiing in Canada is at the pinnacle of every skier or snowboarder’s wish list and Snowscape have teamed up with Klondike Heliskiing to offer what is arguably the best heliskiing in British Columbia.

HELISKIING in ATLIN, BC

The lakeside town of Atlin in North British Columbia is the base for your heliski or heliboard adventure. Kondike Heliskiing’s exclusive permit covers over 5,000 square kilometres (view map) of first class skiing and snowboarding terrain offering everything from steep glaciers and tight couloirs to first class tree skiing.

There are more than 480 descents on offer with up to 2000 metres vertical per descent and, with a maximum total of 30 guests per week, you are guaranteed fresh tracks in this vast area. Skiing is between 300 and 2300 metres so only the scenery and skiing will leave you breathless.

The area is well known for its comfortable, dry, cold climate and excellent snowfall (annual average over 500 inches). Furthermore, with three distinct subzones within the area, the team at Klondike Heliski cherry pick the best terrain for any given weather situation ensuring minimum down days and maximum skiing.

	ABOUT KLONDIKE HELISKIING		ACCOMMODATION
	SAFETY and GUIDES		GETTING THERE
	THE HELISKI PACKAGE		RESERVATIONS and FURTHER INFORMATION

ABOUT KLONDIKE HELISKIING

Under the watchful eye of Austrian Leo Steiner, Klondike Heliski has been operating in Atlin, Canada since 1994. To give you an idea of the scale of the heliski area, Whistler-Blackcomb would fit into the area covered exclusively by Klondike Helisksiing no less than 175 times!

Klondike Heliski is the only Canadian Heliski operator to make use of a fixed wing aircraft to ‘bus’ you around their huge area. The agile 7 seater A-STAR and Bell 407 helicopters do the rest with a maximum of 5 guests to one guide and the whole operation is run to ensure no waiting time for your next lift.

Small groups, efficient helicopter logistics and a personal service sets Klondike Heliskiing apart and whilst one group is being lifted, the other is skiing.

SAFETY and GUIDES

Safety is of paramount importance. You will be equipped with avalanche transceivers and all guests ski with the ABS Avalanche Rucksack (Klondike Heliskiing is the only operation in North America to offer this service). All guides are fully certified to international standards.

The guides have two meetings a day to analyse snow and weather conditions in order to offer you the best heliskiing conditions and have developed a comprehensive snow and safety management system.

Helicopters undergo a daily safety check and Klondike Heliskiing ensures that the highest safety standards in the industry are met.

ACCOMMODATION

3* Atlin Lake Resort, Atlin

During the peak of the Gold Rush around 10,000 adventurers lived in Atlin and another 6,000 in the surrounding area. Now, with just 300 inhabitants, it’s hard to imagine the Gold Rush atmosphere but a walk through the village streets still gives you a glimpse of the past.

There are two adjacent accommodation options located on Lake Atlin with superb views of the nearby mountains. Choose between the newly renovated 3* Atlin Lake Resort or the Kirkwood Cottages (authentic log cabins).

The Atlin Lake Resort offers up to 20 rooms, all ensuite with TV, telephone, coffee maker and your choice of double or two single beds. The Hotel also features the Gold Rush bar and second floor dining room with views over the lake. There is complementary wireless internet access in all rooms and cottages.

The cosy log cabins are furnished with 2 separate bedrooms, a bathroom, a common room with kitchenette and refrigerator and TV.

Sauna, whirlpool and massage facilities are available. After a fabulous day of heliskiing you can relax with your friends in the whirlpool and, with luck, gaze at the amazing display of the Northern Lights.

Meals are plentiful and of a high quality. Breakfast consists of an extensive buffet and cooked breakfast to order and at the end of the day, you can look forward to an excellent three-course dinner and wine list.

GETTING THERE

Your Heliski experience begins with your transfer from Whitehorse early on Saturday morning to arrive in Atlin in time for a safety briefing and then your first helicopter lift around noon. If the accommodation in Atlin is available for Friday night, then you can transfer to Atlin on Friday. Your return transfer will be early on the following Saturday to connect with your flight from Whitehorse.

There are daily flights from Vancouver to Whitehorse and we will be pleased to advise on prices and availability – please contact us.

RESERVATIONS and FURTHER INFORMATION

For availability or further information on any aspect of your heliski or heliboarding experience, please email us at heliski@snowscape.co.uk or telephone our UK office on 08453 70 85 70 or +44 (0)1905 357760.

Alternatively, click here to visit the Klondike Heliskiing homepage. What are you waiting for?!!