ABSINTHE MEGA YACHT HELI SKIING ADVENTURES, BRITISH COLUMBIA
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 one of the largest and most modern mega yachts 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. Absinthe 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 skiing terrain of British Columbia's Coast Mountains on your doorstep, your base on the 201-foot deluxe exploration mega yacht provides the perfect platform for heli skiing. You will discover an almost unlimited choice of runs through varied terrain - 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 meters (2,000 vertical feet) and 1,200 vertical meters (4,000 vertical feet) with the average being approximately 800 vertical metres and the longest 1,500 vertical meters (5,000 vertical feet).
Two or three groups of four skiers/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 at 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 Absinthe will leave you immersed in a sense of relaxation, comfort and luxury. All staterooms are 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 there is an impressive list of amenities including;
- Private massage room and professional massage therapist
- Two deluxe Jacuzzis for five people,
- One deluxe Jacuzzi for 8 people with fibre-optic lighting system, aromatherapy, Sony sound system, LCD screen with CD/DVD player & web access (with waterproof remote control, keyboard and mouse).
- Barbecue
- Main room with dining area, lounge and grand piano
- Bar/games room
- Stereo sound, DVD players, large LCD screens throughout the ship
- Wine cellar
- Office equipment (web connected computers, satellite/cellular phones, photocopier, fax machine)
Other "toys" on board include:
40 foot sport fishing boat, 17 foot tender with 115 hp engine, 17 foot tender with 90 hp engine, 2 Sea-Doo Wave runners, 8 sea kayaks, water skis, wake boards, extensive fishing gear, 4 hummer 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 professional heli skiing guides who have passed a series of comprehensive examinations to qualify them as members of the A.C.M.G. and the U.I.A.G.M. certified guides, the recognized Canadian and International Mountain Guide Associations. 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.
Heli skiing Prices
All-Inclusive Private Charter for up to 12 heli skiing guests (prices in USD).
from USD $48,000 per day
(Click here for up to date exchange rates and other currencies.)
Included
- Unlimited helicopter use
- Private mountain guide
- Private massage therapist
- Service from 20 crew members
- Pre heli skiing night at 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)
- Avalanche transceiver
- Use of all equipment on board
Not Included
- International airfare
- Insurance (specifically for heliskiing)
- Communication costs
Itinerary
| Friday | International flight to Vancouver. Overnight in five star hotel |
| Saturday | Board Absinthe and set sail north to the mountains |
| Sunday to Friday | Heli skiing |
| Saturday | Transfer to Vancouver and international flight or overnight in hotel. |
Stateroom Description
| OWNER’S
SUITE (#301) 452 square feet (42 square meters), en suite bathroom with jacuzzi bathtub, king size bed, living area, full stereo/DVD system with a 37”(94 cm) LCD flat screen TV, office area with sat/cell phone and email/web access, private safe, mini bar, six large windows. |
KING SIZE
STATEROOM (#106) or a TWO TWIN STATEROOM 142 square feet (13 square meters), en suite bathroom, king or two twin size beds, full stereo/ DVD system with a 26” (66 cm) LCD flat screen TV, desk with sat/cell phone and email/web access private safe, mini bar, three large portholes. |
| KING SIZE MASTER
STATEROOMS (#103 & #104) 202 square feet (19 square meters), en suite bathroom, king size bed, full stereo/DVD system with a 32” (81 cm) LCD flat screen TV, desk with sat/cell phone and email/web access, private safe, mini bar, three large portholes. |
MINI SUITES *
(#107/109 & #108/110) or 2 CONNECTING CABINS (QUEEN
& TWO TWIN CABINS) *Note: mini suites can be modified into two cabins with a common bathroom. For individual packages, they can be sold as two independent cabins. |
| QUEEN SIZE MASTER
STATEROOMS (#101 & #102) 189 square feet (18 square meters), en suite bathroom, queen size bed, full stereo/DVD systemwith a 26” (66 cm) LCD flat screen TV, desk withsat/cell phone and email/web access, private safe, mini bar, three large portholes. |
TWIN SIZE CABIN (#105) 76 square feet (7 square meters), en suite bathroom, twin size bed, full stereo/DVD system with a 15” (38 cm) LCD flat screen TV, sat/cell phone and email/web access, private safe, mini bar, two large portholes. |
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