TLH HELI SKIING - BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
Why Heli ski Here?
- First class service
- Outstanding value for money.
- For weather and snow conditions this is one of the most reliable heliskiing destinations in Canada.
- With all regular packages you heliski with only 1 group of 10 per helicopter.
- Stunning wilderness chalets with excellent facilities.
- Proximity to Whistler resort makes a pre-heli skiing warm up easy and practical.
- Probably the finest and most exclusive private heli skiing packages found anywhere
Location
The base for TLH Heliskiing is Tyax Mountain Lake Resort, on the shores of the magical Tyaughton Lake, approximately 125 miles (200 km) north of Vancouver, British Columbia. Transfers to Tyax Mountain Lake Resort are provided by courtesy bus from Vancouver, Whistler, Kelowna or Kamloops. Helicopter transfers from Vancouver or Whistler can also be arranged on request.
The Heli skiing / Heli boarding
Consistently reliable weather and snow conditions, open bowls, glaciers that stretch forever and some excellent tree runs make for a heli ski experience of the highest quality. One of the major advantages that TLH Heliskiing has over other operations in Canada is that they never heli ski with more than two groups sharing a helicopter. This means more heli skiing with greater flexibility and less waiting with fewer people tracking up the mountain. Like most heli ski operations in Canada the average run length is a modest but respectable 700 - 800 vertical metres
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Accommodation & Facilities
On the shores of Tyaughton Lake with views of the surrounding peaks and tucked away amongst towering trees are TLH's luxury log chalets. After a hard day's heli skiing you can relax around the massive stone fireplace, enjoy a drink at the bar, play pool and darts in the lounge or re-live your day heli skiing on video while your chefs prepares your dinner. On the other hand you might want to head straight for the trained hands of the resident masseuse, sit back in the sauna or simply relax in the outdoor Jacuzzi with a cold beer and views of the lake and mountains. If conditions are unfavourable for heli skiing you can try snowmobiling, snow shoeing, cross country skiing and ice fishing or simply enjoy a leisurely walk on one of the nearby trails.
Helicopters & Safety
The main machines used at TLH Heliskiing is the 12 passenger (10 skiers plus 2 guides), jet powered Bell 212 helicopter or 'Huey' as it was known in Vietnam. Over the years this has proved to be one of the safest and most reliable helicopters and it is the most commonly used helicopter in the Canadian heli ski industry.
For the smaller, more exclusive private groups the A-Star 350 B2 and Bell 407 are used.
Helicopters, pilots and engineers are supplied by Wildcat Helicopters Inc. - one of the most reputable helicopter companies in western Canada. Without exception, the helicopters are immaculately maintained by a team of on-site mechanics and are flown by pilots with many years of mountain flying and heli skiing experience.
The safety standards at TLH Heliskiing are second to none and this is reflected in their immaculate safety record. Guides are seasoned professionals who have undergone extensive training and passed a series of comprehensive exams to qualify them as members of the A.C.M.G and/or the U.I.A.G.M, the recognised Canadian and International Mountain Guide Associations. TLH Heliskiing is also a member of "HELICAT Canada", which sets strict safety standards for operating a heli skiing area.
Before and throughout the season, guides are continuously monitoring the weather and snow stability in an effort to minimise hazards and maximise your enjoyment.
Heli skiing Packages and Prices - 2010
Heli skiing weeks run from Friday to Friday with departure from your home country on Thursday.
Rates in Canadian dollars and subject to 2.5% GST for non-Canadian citizens
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- Regular heli skiing packages - click for details
- Combined Whistler heli skiing packages - click for details
- Private heli skiing packages - click for details
Regular heli skiing packages
| 7 Day Packages | Double | Single | 5 Day Packages | Double | Single |
| Dec 23 - Jan 02 | $10,300 | $11,512 | Feb 07 - Feb 12 | $7,439 |
$8,046 |
| Dec 23 - Dec 28 |
$5,150 | $5,757 | Feb 14 - Feb 19 | $7,439 | $8,046 |
| Dec 28 - Jan 02 | $5,150 | $5,757 | Feb 21 - Feb 26 | $7,439 | $8,046 |
| Jan 02 - Jan 08 | $6,180 | $6,908 | Feb 28 - Mar 05 | $7,439 | $8,046 |
| Jan 08 - Jan 15 | $7,210 | $8,058 | Mar 07 - Mar 12 | $7,439 | $8,046 |
| Jan 15 - Jan 22 | $7,931 | $8,780 | Mar 14 - Mar 19 | $7,439 | $8,046 |
| Jan 22 - Jan 29 | $8,723 | $9,572 | Mar 21 - Mar 26 | $7,439 | $8,046 |
| Jan 29 - Feb 05 | $9,597 | $10,446 | Mar 28 - Apr 02 | $7,439 | $8,046 |
| Feb 05 - Feb 12 | $9,791 | $10,640 | |||
| Feb 12 - Feb 19 | $9,791 | $10,640 | 4 Day Packages | Double | Single |
| Feb 19 - Feb 26 | $9,791 | $10,640 | Jan 11 - Jan 15 | $4,476 | $4,961 |
| Feb 26 - Mar 05 | $9,791 | $10,640 | Jan 25 - Jan 29 | $5,342 | $5,827 |
| Mar 05 - Mar 12 | $9,791 | $10,640 | Feb 01 - Feb 05 | $5,840 | $6,325 |
| Mar 12 - Mar 19 | $9,791 | $10,640 | Feb 08 - Feb 12 | $5,951 | $6,436 |
| Mar 19 - Mar 26 | $9,791 | $10,640 | Feb 15 - Feb 19 | $5,951 | $6,436 |
| Mar 26 - Apr 02 | $9,791 | $10,640 | Feb 22 - Feb 26 | $5,951 | $6,436 |
| Apr 02 - Apr 09 | $8,723 | $9,572 | Mar 01 - Mar 05 | $5,951 | $6,436 |
| Apr 09 - Apr 16 | $8,288 | $9,137 | Mar 08 - Mar 12 | $5,951 | $6,436 |
| Apr 16 - Apr 23 | $7,931 | $8,780 | Mar 15 - Mar 19 | $5,951 | $6,436 |
| Apr 23 - Apr 30 | $7,931 | $8,780 | Mar 22 - Mar 26 | $5,951 | $6,436 |
| Mar 29 - Apr 02 | $5,951 | $6,436 | |||
| Apr 05 - Apr 09 | $5,951 | $6,436 | |||
| Apr 12 - Apr 16 | $5,092 | $5,577 | |||
| Apr 19 - Apr 23 | $4,888 | $5,373 |
Included in all Heli skiing Packages
- Return ground transfers to TLH
- 7, 5, 4 or 3 nights chalet accommodation
- 6, 4, or 3 days heli skiing
- UNLIMITED heli skiing
- All meals
- Guide service
- Use of avalanche transceiver and ABS Airbags
- Use of K2 powder skis
Not Included
- International or internal flights (please ask us for advice)
- Drinks
- Heliskiing specific Insurance (please ask us for advice)
- Pre and post heliskiing hotels (please ask us for advice)
- Anything not mentioned above
Typical Itinerary (7 days)
| Thursday | International flight to Vancouver. Depending on the Olympics, you may be able to stay in Vancouver or road transfer up to Whistler for the night. Alternatively, you may have to take an onward internal flight to either Kelowna or Kamloops and overnight there |
| Friday | Ground transfer from either Vancouver, Whistler, Kelowna or Kamloops to TLH Heliskiing |
| Saturday to Thursday | Six days heli skiing |
| Friday | Half-day heli skiing. Ground transfer to Vancouver, Kelowna or Kamloops and overnight there. |
| Saturday | Internal flight to Vancouver (if not already there). International flight home. |
Whistler Combined Heli Skiing Packages
Spending three or four days in Whistler before your heliski adventure is the perfect way to find your ski legs and alleviate the effects of jet lag. Based on the feedback from our guests.
Prices start at CA $5,000 for three days in Whistler followed by four days heli skiing. Please contact us for further details.
Included in Whistler combined heli skiing packages:
- Return transfers from Vancouver to Whistler
- Three or four nights accommodation in Whistler (double occupancy)
- Transfer from Whistler to TLH Heliskiing
- Three or four nights accommodation at Tyax Mountain Lake Resort including all meals
- Three or four days heli skiing including 17,500 vertical metres (4 days) or 13,100 vertical metres (3 days) of skiing/boarding
- Guide service
- Avalanche transceiver
- Powder skis
- One night hotel accommodation in Vancouver.
Typical Itinerary (3 days Whistler / 4 days heli skiing)
| Friday | Arrive Vancouver & transfer to Whistler. |
| Saturday & Sunday | Skiing at Whistler Resort |
| Monday | Early morning skiing & transfer to Tyax Mountain Lake Lodge in the afternoon. |
| Tuesday to Friday | Four days heli skiing. Transfer to Whistler Friday night. Overnight in Whistler. |
| Saturday | Skiing in the morning. Transfer from Whistler to Vancouver Airport. Flight home. |
Typical Itinerary (4 days Whistler / 3 days heli skiing)
| Monday | Arrive Vancouver & transfer to Whistler. |
| Tuesday to Thursday | Skiing at Whistler Resort |
| Friday | Early morning skiing & transfer to Tyax Mountain Lake Lodge in the afternoon. |
| Saturday to Monday | Three days heli skiing. Depart after heli skiing on Monday. Overnight in Whistler. |
| Tuesday | Skiing in the morning. Transfer from Whistler to Vancouver Airport. Flight home. |
Platinum and Gold Private Heli Skiing Packages
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