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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You will be shuttled through the majestic Rockies from Canmore, Banff, and Lake Louise. The closest snowmobile operation is 84 minutes from Banff and 50 minutes from Lake Louise – they are located just west of Yoho National Park outside of the National Parks.

All the trips provide all the necessary winter gear, a new well maintained skidoo, a highly qualified guide, and a memory that will last forever!

Want more power? You can upgrade your 380cc Skidoo to a 550cc Skidoo for just a small amount extra.

There are other tours such as the High Power Private trip and for more experienced riders – the Extreme Tour!

The price is CDN$250 for a full day of action including ALL TAX, some insurance, a BBQ lunch and return transportation from Banff.

Include this tour as part of a ski package and save 10% with rocky-peak Holidays, offering ski holidays in Western Canada.

Banff gondola – Ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain to experience a bird’s eye view of six mountain ranges.

Cross Country Skiing - With many backcountry trails to choose from and the Canmore Nordic Center just 20 minutes drive, you are spoilt for choice!

Banff Dog sled tours – Let the dogs show you a good time – they love what they do!

Banff Helicopter scenic flights – See the Canadian Rockies from a great height – plenty of photo opportunities!

Banff Heli skiing & Heli boarding – This is truly a once in a lifetime experience, one you will never forget!

Banff Ice Hockey Tours – One of the most popular winter tours. You don’t have to be a sports fan to enjoy a NHL Ice hockey game!

Banff Ice walks – If you can walk, you can ice walk!

Jasper Experience Tour from Banff – An incredibly priced overnight tour package along the Icefields Parkway to stay at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge and ski or ice walk the next day.

Kicking Horse Ski Resort day bus – O.K., O.K., so I said there is more to do than just ski, but if you do ski or board, Canada’s newest ski resort, Kicking Horse Ski Resort, is a must!

Lake Louise & icefields – Discover the spectacular Icefields Parkway – one of the most spectacular highways in the world!

Shopping – We can get you to Calgary so you can shop your socks off! Can be combined with Banff Ice Hockey Tour.

Banff Snowmobiling – Wizz through the winter woodlands at great speed, or just plod on at your own pace – a great way to see the backcountry.

Banff Snowshoeing Tours – Snowshoes sure make it easier for you to walk in the snow. These guided tours take you to the best areas!

Banff winter wildlife tour – Not all the wildlife hibernate in the winter time. Plenty of animals are still awake and you can learn about the area at the same time!

I hope I provided enough Banff Tours for you to choose from. If you still can’t find what you are looking for, just contact the tour experts rocky-peak Ski Holidays.

Banff dog sled tours , Lake Louise dog sled tours , Canmore dog sled tours and Panorama dog sled tours are great tours to fit in around your skiing time.

With the convenience of tours departing from or near the main ski areas, you can easily integrate a dog sled tour into your ski holiday in Canada.

The dog sled tours all have timings so that you don’t have to take a full day off skiing or you can add another tour such as snowshoeing or snowmobiling to maximise your precious ski holiday time in one place.

Getting to the dog sled tour meeting point has never been easier with increased transfers for winter 2008.

For more information on
dog sled tours, visit rocky-peak Holidays and click on the dog sled tours link at the bottom of the page. The great thing about booking with rocky-peak Holidays is that you pay no booking fees!

An NHL Ice Hockey Tour from Banff to Calgary to see the Calgary Flames is one tour out of Banff not to be missed! Ice Hockey is a real Canadian passion! The Banff Ice Hockey Tour departure times, mean that you can ski during the day and go to the hockey game at night!

Not a sports fan? Not a problem! The whole game is an awesome experience of pure entertainment with pumping music to get you in the mood and an incredible atmosphere. This is real fun for all the family! You really don’t have to be a sports fan to enjoy a NHL Ice Hockey game!

If you want to learn more about the game rules of hockey, let the onboard hockey guide tell you as much as you need to know! From Banff, the time to the famed Saddledome in Calgary is about 1.5 hours away. Enough time to quiz the guide! Most games start at 8pm, so usually the departure time is about 4pm from Banff.

The Calgary Flames never disappoint! When they score, you can feel the heat of the flames from the fire which shoots up in the centre of the arena. Keep an eye out for the maskot who bangs his drum and gets the crowds going!

Support the Flames in the Calgary Saddledome and enjoy every action-packed moment! If you are not an ice hockey fan, after this tour you will certainly want to go back for more!

For more information or to book, visit rocky-peak Holidays.

GO FLAMES GO!