Heli-Skiing

Heli-skiing in the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast – A Land Without Limits

Come to British Columbia, the birthplace of guided heli-skiing tours, where Hans Gmoser, an Austrian mountain guide, is widely credited with founding the heli-skiing industry in 1965. Since then, dozens of premier heli-skiing operations have opened throughout BC’s vast mountain ranges, and the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast region is no exception, with four operations covering over 1.5 million hectares of skiable terrain.

Imagine exploring diverse, unparalleled terrain across a region larger than the entire Swiss Alps. Your dedicated, expertly piloted helicopter soars over the mountains, rotor blades whirling and adrenaline building, until you hop off, ready for adventure.

Lay down fresh tracks with limitless runs and vertical, where the only limit is your imagination (and stamina). Take in champagne powder skiing or boarding, with an average annual snowfall providing 5 to 25 metres (16 to 82 feet) of untouched white gold to offer up a once-in-a-lifetime experience (but of course, you are more than welcome to return!). Simply pick your first destination and let the adventure begin.

Silvertip Lodge & Heli-Skiing

Cariboo Gold Rush Trail

Ready to explore extreme verticals in the stunning Cariboo Gold Rush Trail? Renowned for its endless outdoor activities year-round, this region transforms in winter, with snow blanketing the majestic mountain peaks and creating the perfect setting for exceptional heli-skiing in BC.

Silvertip Lodge & Heli-Skiing, located at the east end of the 100-km long Quesnel Lake in the northeast Cariboo region, offers bespoke wilderness adventures with easy access through Williams Lake Airport (YWL). Thrill-seekers can set the pace as they tackle wide-open alpine vistas with deep, untouched powder, or exceptional tree skiing, with terrific terrain just moments from the lodge and a helicopter at your disposal to find fresh tracks all day long, wherever they may be.

Tyax Lodge & Heliskiing

Chilcotin

The Chilcotin‘s vast landscape offers endless activities, but if it’s heli-skiing you’re after, head to the South Chilcotin—you won’t be disappointed!

Tyax Lodge & Heliskiing, nominated as World’s Best Heli-Ski Operator by World Ski Awards, provides high-country adventure, small groups, and unlimited vertical for the ultimate heli-skiing experience. Skiers and snowboarders can try their hand at over 375 runs in vast terrain encompassing the Coastal Mountains and Fraser Plateau in the South Chilcotin Mountains and head back to the cozy log lodge and chalets to share stories, take in a spa treatment, or enjoy a world-class meal boasting locally grown and foraged ingredients.

Bella Coola Heli Sports | Eric Berger

Great Bear Rainforest

The magical land of the Great Bear Rainforest boasts some of the most dramatic and impressive landscapes you’ll find, and in this region, skiers will discover pure powder heaven. It’s here that you can experience not one, but two heli-skiing operators offering the best of services.

At Bella Coola Heli Sports, visitors can explore over 3.25 million acres of terrain, offering both dense Western powder and lighter Eastern champagne. Their small-group, climate-positive approach is just one of the reasons they’ve been voted the #1 Heli-Ski Operator in the world for five consecutive years by the World Ski Awards.

Finally, Great Bear Heli Skiing will take you on the ultimate heli-skiing experience with a dream team of professionals in the industry, just north of Bella Coola by the banks of the Dean River. They offer incredible alpine terrain for all skiing and riding abilities, and small-group, semi-private, private, and exclusive booking packages.

At the end of the day, return to your luxury ski lodge where you’re treated like family. Elevate your Canadian heli-skiing experience with a premium chalet, complete with a masseuse, chef, and dedicated heli-ski pilot, or enjoy cozy comforts in a charming cabin—it’s your choice.

Soar higher, ski deeper, and live the dream of an epic heli-skiing adventure in the nearly untouched mountains of British Columbia. Book now and start planning your trip to enjoy heli-skiing in British Columbia today.