Whistler Heli-Skiing
Operating out of Whistler since 1981, Whistler Heli-Skiing is one of the longest-established heli operations in North America. Guests depart from the Whistler Heliport, approximately ten minutes north of the village, and access terrain well beyond the lift network. A mountain lunch is included on the hill, and powder ski rentals and safety equipment are provided.
Packages are structured by number of runs, with options ranging from shared groups to fully private. A check-in the evening before your fly day is required at the Whistler Heli Ski office in the Carleton Lodge.
Ability required: Comfortable off-piste, intermediate level and above
Cost: from £830* per person
*requires purchase of Epic Pass
Coast Range Heli-Skiing
A Whistler-based operator with a focus on small groups and high run counts. Groups are capped at four, and all packages include six guaranteed runs, with additional runs provided at no extra charge where conditions and ability allow. Their tenure covers 200,000 acres of Whistler-Pemberton backcountry across 15 zones, with elevations reaching 2,700 metres and runs of over 1,200 vertical metres.
Powder ski or board rentals, avalanche safety equipment including airbag packs, shuttle transfers from Whistler accommodation, and a packed lunch are all included. Guides hold ACMG/IFMGA certification.
Ability required: Capable off-piste and above
Cost: from £1285 per person. Based on unlimited runs, 6 runs guaranteed.
RK Heliski – Panorama
Based at Panorama Mountain Resort and operating for over 55 seasons, RK Heliski is one of the few operators in British Columbia to offer day-trip heli skiing, making it a straightforward addition for clients already staying at Panorama. Their 1,500 km² tenure in the Purcell Mountains includes the Jumbo Valley and high-elevation terrain rising above 3,000 metres, with some of the lightest, driest snow in the region.
Day packages begin at three runs, which works well for first-timers, and scale up through five-run packages, semi-private and full private platinum options. All packages include an ACMG-certified guide, transport, breakfast and lunch, evacuation coverage, and powder skis and transceivers.
Ability required: Comfortable on piste, with some off-piste experience preferred
Cost: From £750 per person, based on 3 run package.
