Heli skiing in Switzerland

The Heliskiing

Heli skiing in Switzerland, and in Europe in general, is not like heli skiing in the vast wilderness areas like British Columbia and Alaska. With only a limited number of designated landings and pickups, your choice of run is dictated more by where you are allowed to land than it is by where the best snow conditions are.

That said, the Swiss Alps can offer some of the most spectacular, long descents imaginable and its rich mountain culture, charming traditional villages and delicious food and wine are all part of the experience.

With huge runs averaging close to 2,000 vertical metres, there are few other heliski locations that can compare on this front.

Lodging

Guests stay in a wide range of hotels in Verbier, Arolla, Zermatt and Chamonix. Depending on the location, an upgrade to a four or five star hotel is usually possible for an additional charge.

Helicopters & Safety

Different helicopters are used depending on the exact location but the usual machines are the A-Star B3 and B2 which transport groups of four or five heli skiers plus guide. They are chartered from the most reputable helicopter companies in the Swiss Alps including Air Zermatt and without exception, they are flown by highly qualified and experienced mountain pilots.

All heliski guides are dedicated professionals who have passed a series of comprehensive exams to qualify them as members of the U.I.A.G.M. (The International Association of Mountain Guides).

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.

Alps Adventure

Discover some of the classic heliski descents in the Swiss Alps between Verbier and Zermatt. Big peaks and big descents amongst some of the most breathtaking scenery in the Alps. This trip is aimed more at those who want to go at a more leisurely pace.

2012 Heli ski Rates

*Prices are per person in Swiss Francs

Included

• Meet and greet at Geneva or Sion airport and transfer to Verbier or Zermatt.
• Six  or three days guided heli skiing including 2,000 vertical metres or one drop per day.
• Guided off-piste skiing when not heli skiing.
• Six or three nights half-board hotel accommodation (3-4 star).
• Ski passes for accessing heli pick-up (not resort passes).
• All local transportation and luggage transfer between hotels and airport.
• All safety equipment including: ABS air-bag, avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe and harness.

Not Included / Optional extras

• Anything not mentioned above.
• International flights.
• Heli skiing in excess of the vertical included in your package.
• 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.
• Upgrade to 4 or 5 star hotel.
• Single room supplement.
• Helicopter transfer from Geneva to Zermatt or Verbier.
• Additional helicopter drops.

Sample Itinerary

Heli Haute Route

This variation of the classic high mountain route between Chamonix and Zermatt takes in some of the most breathtaking scenery in the Alps along what is unquestionable the most famous ski tour in the world. Most people take several days and a lot of hard walking to complete the tour but if you'd rather use your energy for the epic long descents, then a helicopter is the way to go...Cheating? Yes, probably.

2012 Heliski Rates

*Prices are per person in Swiss Francs

Included

• Meet and greet at Geneva or Sion airport and transfer to Zermatt.
• Six days guided heli skiing including 2,000 vertical metres or one drop per day.
• Guided off-piste skiing when not heli skiing.
• Six nights half-board hotel accommodation (3 star).
• Ski passes for accessing heli pick-ups if required (not resort passes).
• All local transportation and luggage transfer between hotels.
• All safety equipment including: ABS air-bag, avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe and harness.

Not Included / Optional extras

• Anything not mentioned above.
• International flights.
• Additional helicopter drops.
• Upgrade to 4 or 5 star hotel.
• Single room supplement.
• Helicopter transfer from Geneva to Zermatt or Verbier.
• 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.

Sample Itinerary:

No Limits

Aimed at those who want to push the limits, ski fast and venture onto the steeper, more challenging lines. Only available to experienced off-piste skiers / riders.

2012 Heliski Rates

*Prices are per person in Swiss Francs

Included

• Meet and greet at Geneva or Sion airport and transfer to Verbier or Zermatt.
• Five or three days guided heli skiing including 4,000 vertical metres or two drops per day.
• Guided off-piste skiing when not heli skiing.
• Five or three nights half-board hotel accommodation (3-4 star).
• Ski passes to access heli pick-ups if required (not resort passes).
• All local transportation and luggage transfer between airport and hotel.
• All safety equipment including: ABS air-bag, avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe and harness.

Not Included / Optional extras

• Anything not mentioned above.
• International flights.
• Helicopter transfer from Geneva to Verbier or Zermatt.
• Additional helicopter drops.
• Upgrade to 4 or 5 star hotel.
• Single room supplement
• 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.

Sample Itinerary

Pigne D'Arolla

Perched at 2,000 metres in the heart of the Swiss Alps, the small ski village of Arolla is unquestionably one of the most strategic heliski bases in the Alps and one of the only places that your helicopter can pick you up right outside your hotel...With twelve landings and over fifty runs within easy reach, nowhere else in the alps gives you more flexibility to take advantage of the best conditions on any given day.

2012 Heliski Rates

*Prices are per person in Swiss Francs

Included

• Transfer from Geneva or Sion Airport to Arolla.
• Three days guided heli skiing including 4,000 vertical metres or two drops per day.
• Guided off-piste skiing when not heli skiing.
• Three nights half-board hotel accommodation (3 star).
• All safety equipment including: ABS air-bag, avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe and harness

Not Included / Optional extras

• Anything not mentioned above.
• International flights.
• Helicopter transfer from Geneva.
• Additional helicopter drops.
• Single room supplement.
• 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.

Sample Itinerary