MEGA YACHT HELI SKIING - BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
Why Heliski Here?
This is quite possibly the ultimate luxury heli skiing adventure. Be one of the first who are lucky enough to heli ski and explore the splendours of inaccessible remote areas with all the comforts available on a large modern mega yacht in North America. The ambience is casual but the superb service is personal and five star.
Whilst aboard the yacht, you can wallow in the outside jacuzzi and enjoy a professional massage from our on board therapist. You can also sea kayak, bathe in natural hot springs and go fishing from the yacht.
Location
One of the advantages of boat-based heli skiing is that you always have the capacity to move and take your luxury "lodge" with you. The yacht will spend the majority of her time cruising the vast inlets of the Coast Mountains.
The Heli Skiing and Heli Boarding
With the exciting and untouched heli ski terrain of British Columbia's Coast Mountains on your doorstep, your base on a 200+ foot deluxe exploration mega yacht provides the perfect platform for heli skiing. You will discover an almost unlimited choice of runs through varied terrain, including naturally open glades, trees and vast bowls surrounded by massive deep-blue glaciers. Many runs start within the high alpine glaciers ending well below the tree line. Most of the runs have a vertical drop of between 600 vertical metres (2,000 vertical feet) and 1,200 vertical metres (4,000 vertical feet) with the average being approximately 800 vertical metres and the longest 1,500 vertical metres (5,000 vertical feet).
Two or three groups of four skiers or snowboarders (plus guide) share the use of an A-Star B2 helicopter. After heli skiing, enjoy the many outdoor activities on offer and all along with the amenities of a luxury yacht. Let yourself be pampered, enjoy a relaxing massage, have a drink in the lounge and be ready for a five-star dining experience.
Accommodation and Facilities
The beautifully finished interior, attention to detail and five star service on board the yacht will leave you immersed in a sense of relaxation, comfort and luxury. All staterooms are generally complete with en suite bathroom, full stereo/DVD system, large LCD flat screen TV, satellite/cellular phone/web access, private safe, hair dryer, minibar and electronic scale.
Outside your cabin are an impressive list of amenities including;
- Private massage room and professional massage therapist.
- Deluxe Jacuzzis complete with audio-visual equipment.
- Barbecue.
- Main room with dining area, lounge and grand piano.
- Bar/games room.
- Stereo sound, DVD players, large LCD screens throughout the yacht.
- Wine cellar.
- Office equipment (web connected computers, satellite/cellular phones, photocopier, fax machine).
Other "toys" on board can include:
40 foot sport fishing boat, 17 foot tender with 115 hp engine, 17 foot tender with 90 hp engine, Jet Skis, sea kayaks, water skis, wake boards, extensive fishing gear, mountain bikes.
Helicopters and Safety
Heli skiers are transported in the powerful jet-powered A-Star B2 helicopter. These helicopters can accommodate four guests, a guide and pilot. Qualified helicopter engineers provide helicopter maintenance.
Without exception, heliskiing guides are seasoned professionals who have passed a series of comprehensive 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. Heli skiing guides are chosen not only for their guiding skills and qualifications, but also for their enthusiastic and outgoing nature. They are continually balancing outstanding heli skiing with the safety and enjoyment of the entire group.
Continuous audio contact between the pilot(s), the guides, the yacht and other contact stations ensure a fast response in the event of an emergency. The guides carry emergency equipment in their packs, additional equipment is carried in the helicopters and there are several rescue caches on the terrain. If needed, a hospital and additional helicopter bases are within 45 minutes flying time.
YACHT BASED HELI SKIING PRICES AND PACKAGES
All-Inclusive Private Charter for up to 12 heli skiing guests.
Prices from USD $48,000 per day.
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Included:
- Unlimited helicopter use.
- Private mountain guide.
- Private massage therapist.
- Full service from yacht crew.
- Pre heli skiing night at a five star hotel.
- 7 nights accommodation on board.
- Return limousine and/or helicopter and/or airplane transfers to the ship.
- All meals, snacks and beverages (please ask for a wine list prior to departure).
- Use of all equipment on board.
- Use of safety equipment including: avalanche transceiver and avalanche airbag.
Not Included:
- Anything not mentioned above.
- International flights.
- Insurance. This MUST cover you specifically for heli skiing. Please ask us for advice if you are unsure of your options.
- Communication costs.
Itinerary:
| Friday | International flight. Overnight in a five star hotel. |
| Saturday | Board the yacht and set sail for the mountains. |
| Sunday to Friday | Six days of Heli skiing. |
| Saturday | Transfer back to the airport and catch international flight home or overnight in a hotel. |
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