We get contacted a lot about heli-skiing and heli-snowshoeing in Jasper National Park. Just like all National Parks across Western Canada, you can not do either of these winter activities within the National Parks and so you will always have to travel a little way out to get to the heli-base. Out of Jasper, you can drive to Robson Helimagic’s base in Valemont, British Columbia. This is about a 1.5 hour drive along the scenic Yellowhead highway. You drive out of Jasper National Park and through Mount Robson Provincial Park to get to the heli-base. You may even see a moose, elk or deer enroute! If you don’t have a vehicle, transportation can be arranged.

We were just notified today by Robson Helimagic that they are revamping their ski program for the 2011-2012 winter season. No more vertical (yes you heard me right!). Basically you will buy heli-time. With these proposed changes, a group of 1-4, for example, will pay one price regardless of how many are skiing.  This gives skiers and riders better skiing options and makes private group skiing incredible value.

Robson Helimagic has access to about 1,000sq Kms of terrain in the remote western slopes of the Rocky Mountains. Their season typically runs from January until the end of March.

For more information, visit the official website of Robson Helimagic.

Check out their latest video for a taster of what to expect:

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Let the Season Begin!

It’s currently snowing in Whistler and we are excited to announce that Whistler Heli-Skiing is scheduled to start heli-skiing tomorrow, Wednesday, December 10th!

Yesterday Whistler Heli-Skiing were up in the helicopters taking a look at the alpine terrain. They found some good skiing in the Spearhead and outlying areas and are excited to strap on their skis and boards tomorrow for the first runs of their 28th season (2008-2009).

Weather looks good for flying on both Wednesday and Thursday with more snow expected to arrive on Friday and clearing skies on Saturday.

Contact rocky-peak Ski Holidays to book.

The skiing and boarding takes place on alpine glaciers and open slopes, as well as in the trees and gladed areas of the subalpine forest with the backdrop of the fabulous mountain landscape.

Spectacular scenery, pristine snow, diversifed terrain – these tours do not disappoint!

The Heli-Ski area lies a few minutes flight away and covers over 2000 square km – west of Golden and North of the Bugaboos – in the Purcell Mountains. These mountains of Interior British Columbia are famous for their reliable amounts of fresh snow and exceptional powder.

There are close to 200 runs offering every conceivable type of mountain terrain and exposure. Multi-day tours are available – please contact rocky-peak Holidays direct for details or visit their website for more information on Banff Heli-Skiing tours.