LAST FRONTIER HELI SKIING - SKEENA MOUNTAINS, BRITISH COLUMBIA
Why Heliski Here?
- Some of the most varied heli skiing terrain found in Canada.
- Only five heli skiers per group.
- This is more of an intimate experience than most heli skiing operations in Canada.
- Atmospheric accommodation in beautiful log cabins with wood burning fires.
- The largest single heli skiing area in the world (3,500 square miles of skiable terrain).
- Excellent late season heli skiing.
Location
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Bell II Lodge, base for Last Frontier Heliskiing, is located in the Skeena Mountains about 220 miles northwest of Smithers, British Columbia. As the crow flies it is only 40 miles from Southeast Alaska and 200 miles from the Yukon. With a massive 3,500 square miles (9,000 square kilometres) of skiable terrain this is the world's largest single heli skiing area and to date only a fraction of the area has been explored.
The Heli skiing and Heli boarding
With a capacity of only 30 heli skiing guests a week and a maximum group size of five skiers/boarders and 1 guide in an A-Star B2 helicopter, this is an ideal choice for those who are looking for a more intimate heli skiing experience.
The majority of heli skiing takes place between altitudes of 600 metres and 2,600 metres.
Last Frontier Heliskiing has some of the most varied heli skiing terrain in Canada and it is no coincidence that some of Canada's most experienced heli skiing guides have left more traditional operations to work at Last Frontier Heliskiing. To many connoisseurs of Canadian Heli skiing this has become the pinnacle to which they return year after year. Some heli skiing operations may emphasize tree skiing or glade skiing but Last Frontier Heliskiing has it all; and at the highest quality - glaciers that stretch forever, wide open bowls and well spaced trees. This is also the largest heli skiing area in the world, with over 3,500 square miles (9,000 square kilometres) of skiable terrain. That's almost 500 times the size of Vail Colorado!
Ripley Creek (Click here for full Ripley Creek details) - Last Frontier Heli skiing has recently pushed the boundaries of its operation to explore its southern area more extensively. Up to 3 groups of 9 guests fly in one Bell 204½ helicopter 3,4 and 7 day packages priced towards a more budget conscious heliskier. No frills heliskiing. Accommodation is in the Ripley Creek Inn located in Stewart BC.
Accommodation & Facilities
Heli skiing guests stay in delightful new log chalets, which surround the recently renovated lodge. Each room has two queen-sized beds with down duvets, private bathroom, telephone and wood burning stove. Between the main heli skiing lodge and surrounding cabins there is a large sauna and open air Jacuzzi, which make a nice stop after a day of heli skiing in the Skeena Mountains. Always on hand is the resident masseuse to ease those aching muscles. In the main lodge you will find a dinning room, bar, lounge area, pool table and darts board.
Helicopters & Safety Pictures
Two A-Star 350 B2 helicopters are used at Last Frontier Heliskiing to transport a maximum of thirty heli skiers. The helicopters are immaculately maintained by a team of on-site mechanics; and are flown by pilots who have many years of mountain flying experience.
The safety standards at Last Frontier Heliskiing are second to none. Without exception, all heli
skiing guides are seasoned professionals who have passed
a series of comprehensives exams to qualify them as members
of the A.C.M.G and the U.I.A.G.M., the recognised Canadian
and International Mountain Guide Associations. Last Frontier
Heliskiing is also a member of "HELICAT Canada", which sets strict safety
standards for operating a heli skiing area.
Heli skiing guides continuously monitor the weather and
snow stability in an effort to minimize hazards.
LAST FRONTIER HELI SKIING PRICES & PACKAGES - 2009
Heli skiing weeks run from Friday to Friday with departure from your home country
on Thursday.
Rates in Canadian dollars.
All rates are subject to 2.5% GST for non-Canadian citizens
(Click here for up to date exchange rates and other currencies)
| 7 Day Packages | Bell 2 | Ripley Creek |
| Dec 12 – Dec 19 | $6,977 | NA |
| Dec 19 – Dec 26 | $7,831 | NA |
| Dec 26 – Jan 02 | $7,831 | NA |
| Jan 02 – Jan 09 | $7,831 | NA |
| Jan 09 – Jan 16 | $8,500 | $7,764 |
| Jan 16 – Jan 23 | $9,236 | $7,764 |
| Jan 23 – Jan 30 | $10,047 | $8,505 |
| Jan 30 – Feb 06 | $10,617 | $8,505 |
| Feb 06 – Feb 13 | $10,617 | $8,505 |
| Feb 13 – Feb 20 | $10,617 | $8,505 |
| Feb 20 – Feb 27 | $10,617 | $8,505 |
| Feb 27 – Mar 06 | $10,617 | $8,505 |
| Mar 06 – Mar 13 | $10,617 | $8,505 |
| Mar 13 – Mar 20 | $10,617 | $8,505 |
| Mar 20 – Mar 27 | $10,617 | $8,505 |
| Mar 27 – Apr 03 | $9,236 | $7,764 |
| Apr 03 – Apr 10 | $9,236 | $7,764 |
| Apr 10 – Apr 17 | $8,800 | NA |
| Apr 17 – Apr 24 | $7,831 | NA |
| Apr 24 – May 01 | $7,831 | NA |
Included (Bell II Lodge):
- Two nights hotel accommodation pre and post heli skiing at the Fairmont Airport or Water Front Hotel
- Return private charter flight direct to the lodge from Vancouver
- 7 nights accommodation (double occupancy) at Bell II Lodge
- All meals
- 6.5 days heli skiing including 30,500 vertical metres
- Guide service
- Use of avalanche transceiver
- Powder skis & all lodge facilities.
Included (Ripley Creek):
- Two nights hotel accommodation pre and post heli skiing at the Fairmont Airport or Water Front Hotel
- Return flight from Vancouver to Terrace
- Ground transfer from Terrace to Ripley Creek Inn
- 7 nights accommodation (double occupancy)
- All meals
- 6.5 days heli skiing including 30,500 vertical metres
- Guide service
- Use of avalanche transceiver
Typical Itinerary
| Thursday | International flight to Vancouver. Overnight Vancouver. |
| Friday | Private charter flight (3.5 hrs) to bell II lodge - base for Last Frontier Heliskiing. Or Scheduled flight to Terrace and ground transfer to Ripley Creek. |
| Saturday - Thursday | Heli skiing |
| Friday | Half-day heli skiing. Depart for Vancouver. Overnight in Vancouver. |
| Saturday | International flight. |
Three and four day packages also available. > Click here for details
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