The Pantheon Range British Columbia

The Heliskiing

With an area that dwarfs any European resort into insignificance and reserved for just eight skiers or riders a week, this is one of Canada's most personal and adventurous heli ski operations. You will experience unparalleled adventure and a pioneering feel unheard of at more commercial heli ski operations.

All who come here are blown away by the scale and scope of this impressive heliski zone. It is not just their size and potential for heli skiing and snowboarding that amaze but also the unspoiled purity. There are no clear-cuts, wildlife is abundant and there is almost no trace of human existence.

The 5,000 sq km of terrain is primarily alpine with huge, long glacial descents and bowl after bowl of endless powder...The climate is drier and cooler than the coast which makes for an abundance of cold, smoky powder snow.

Lodging

White Saddle Ranch is a warm and traditional hand hewn log structure and a working guest and cattle ranch � not a fancy heliski lodge. The rooms are simple, comfortable and clean with fantastic views of teh surrounding mountains. Bathrooms are shared.

For communication, the ranch has regular landline telephones and satellite internet.

Food is very fresh, with much of it coming right from the ranch. All the bread and pastries are baked fresh each day and lunches are packed to order in the morning and eaten in the field.

Helicopters & Safety

Bell 212 helicopters are supplied by Skyline Helicopters with a Bell 206 on standby from Whitesaddle Air. The pilots are highly capable, experienced, and specially trained in mountain flying. All helicopters are equipped with modified skid gear to land on snow, a side basket with lid to carry skis, and radios to ensure continuous communication between pilots, guides, the base and outside resources.

The Pantheon Heli ski operation is owned and operated by its coastal neighbor, Bella Coola Heli Sports and is a member of the British Columbia Helicopter and Snowcat Skiing Operators Association � Helicat Canada. The association sets strict safety standards and operating procedures for heli ski and snowcat operations in Canada. Only by skiing with a member of Helicat Canada can you be assured of skiing with certified heli ski guides who follow a strict set of operating procedures.

All guides are dedicated professionals and certified members of the internationally recognized guides' associations.

Booking Enquiry

Please indicate the heli skiing destination you are most interested in and your preferred dates and we will respond as soon as possible.

Please note that if you are wishing to go heli skiing mid-season then you should let us know as early as possible to secure these popular periods.

Exploration Pantheon

With only one group of eight skiers or riders per helicopter per week, the Exploration Pantheon Package offers total freedom and flexibility to explore deep into some of British Columbia's biggest and most awe-inspiring mountains...and at a price that offers exceptional value for money.

If you are looking for a fancy heli ski lodge and waiters in bow ties, look elsewhere. If you are looking for a raw, no frills ski experience in an area of unparalleled majesty, keep reading.

2013 Heliski Rates

• Rates are in Canadian dollars and subject to 6% HST for non-Canadian citizens.
• Rates are based on a group of eight skiers.
• Departure from your home country is on the Thursday before your heli ski package starts.

Included

• Nine hours flying time per eight skiers in a Private Group with two guides.
• Return flight from Vancouver to Anahim Lake.
• Heliski from Anahim Lake to White Saddle Ranch.
• Seven nights accommodation at White Saddle Ranch in single occupancy rooms.
• All ranch facilities.
• Guide service.
• Use of Powder skis.
• All meals and alcoholic beverages.
• Use of safety equipment including: avalanche transceiver and avalanche airbag.

Not Included:

• Anything not mentioned above.
• International flights.
• Extra flying time in excess of what is included (charged at CAD $3,980 per hour per helicopter load).
• Insurance. This MUST cover you specifically for heli skiing. Please ask us for advice if you are unsure of your options or consider our customised heliski insurance.

Typical Itinerary