Alaska: The Land of the Wow. April 2-9, 2017.

 

"There is no place like Alaska! With mountains as far as you can see in every direction there is something here for everyone and with a little help from Mother Nature this will likely be the best skiing of your life…"
- Reggie Crist

Price from US$7,800.

 

Why Heliski Here:

  • Safety is the highest priority and the basis of all decision making.
  • 500 mile buffer from the Gulf of Alaska (harsh weather) but still located on the Ocean/Lynn Canal = all the benefits of a maritime snowpack.
  • The operator has pioneered this mountain range with 19 consecutive years of establishing safe routes and efficient circuits.
  • They guarantee that your lead guide will have 10+ years of Alaska heli ski guiding experience.
  • Private helicopter skiing experience – no more than 3 groups on 1 helicopter; no waiting around which allows immediate access to remote terrain with the best conditions.
TRIP LENGTH : 7 days
SUMMARY ITINERARY : All heli ski weeks start and end on a Saturday. Guests arrive in Haines on 1st of April and depart on 8th.
PRICE FROM : $7,800
ACCESS POINT : Getting there is going to be half the fun!
You will firstly need to fly into Seattle, then onto Juneau (there are regular flights on Alaska Airlines). Then take a quick Alaska Seaplanes flight to Haines (35 minutes, from Juneau or Anchorage). Alternatively, you can take a ferry to Haines from either Juneau or Seattle. The ferry is 4.5 hours, and travels through the longest and deepest fjord in North America. Beautiful, a must do as a traveler at least one way.
PRE/POST SKIING : Alyeska, Girdwood (near Anchorage) or if passing through Seattle, you could whip up to Whistler for a few days.
INCLUSIONS & ACCOMODATION:
  • 7 night accommodation at the only heli in/out lodging in Haines. The private lodge accommodates 8 people with a private chef preparing local foods such as salmon and crab.
  • 4 hours of flight time per group of 4 (full day of heli = 1.25 which is equivalent to 8-10 runs); covers 4-5 normals days.
  • All ground transportation and logistics are included in the package.
 EXCLUSIONS:
  • Heliski/Catski specific travel insurance.
  • Single accommodation for an extra $750.
  • Gratuities
  • Massages
  • Alcoholic beverages
DEPOSIT : A 50% deposit is required to confirm your spot.
FULL PAYMENT : The balance of your reserved package is due in full 30 days prior to your arrival.
REFUNDS : If for some reason client does not receive refund from insurance, then the operator will honor 50% credit for unused heli time towards next season.
VERTICAL : 4 hours of flight time (1.25 hours of hobbs time is approx 8-10 runs)