I want to come to Skeena Heliskiing. What do I do now?
We suggest that you first check our availability on our Calendar Page: This page is regularly updated and is accurate.
Once you know when you can come all you have to do is click on our Contact Us page and enter your details with any questions you may have. We can then contact you to answer all of your questions, send you Heliskiing package information and confirm availability of dates requested.
In some countries we can also put you in touch with a travel agent who can help organise your travel arrangements.
Click here to see our booking agent List.
How many people do you take on your Heliskiing packages?
Our 19 Mile Package is for a maximum of 10 people. This allows you to enjoy a very personal Heliskiing adventure with only 2 groups of 5 people. If you do wish to arrange a larger group, we can make arrangements to host up to 15 guests. Please contact us to discuss.
Our Exclusive Heliskiing Package is for a group of 4 people where you have the lodge, helicopter, guides and the whole Skeena Mountain range for your exclusive use! You can invite up to an additional 4 friends on your Exclusive Package. Please contact us to discuss.
Where do we stay?
Skeena Heliskiing clients stay at exclusive The Cliff’s at Kispiox River, owned by The Cliffs Communities. The Cliff Communities are a private club membership of 8 golf course based residential resorts with golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio, Gary Player, Ben Wright, Tom Jackson, and now, Tiger Woods.
How do I get to the Skeena Heliskiing?
We are located only 3 hours from Vancouver and 4 hours Calgary! Flights are available from Vancouver or Calgary International Airports directly into Smithers. From here you are collected by our shuttle for the 1½ hr drive to our exclusive world class lodge.
We recommend that you arrive in Smithers on the Thursday evening and stay overnight at the Hudsons Bay Lodge in Smithers(They provide airport shuttles for free) and we will pick you up at the hotel on Friday morning. This way you will arrive early at Skeena Heliskiing and so that you can get an additional ½ day of skiing in.
Alternatively, you can be picked up by helicopter from Smithers Airport and flown directly to “The Cliff’s at Kispiox”. Flying time I approximately 15 minutes. Please contact us if you prefer Helicopter pick-up. Additional expenses are incurred for transport via helicopter.
If you wish to have a hire car for your stay, or an organized transfer package we can help arrange this.
Is internet available at the lodge?
There is a good wireless internet hub at the lodge for those of you who need to stay plugged in during your vacation. You can bring your laptop along or you can use the desktop provided.
Phone or Fax?
Satellite phone is available at $ 4.00 per minute. We can also send and receive faxes for our guests.
Smoking?
The lodge is non-smoking. There are designated smoking areas outside the lodge.
Do you rent skis and/or snowboards?
A selection of Skis and Snowboards are provided free of charge to all our guests.
Do you rent skis and/or snowboards boots?
We do not rent ski or snowboard boots. Guests are required to bring their own boots.
How many people are at the lodge?
We have a maximum of 10 heliskiers per week, working with 2 groups of 5. We do have beds for up to 16 people, so if non skiers wish to come up and enjoy the lodge and the wilderness experience there is accommodation available. We offer several guided and non-guided activities at the lodge - please inquire for more information.
How big is the area?
The Skeena Heliskiing area is approx. 8500 km2, making it the 2nd largest Heliskiing area in Canada.
The Skeena Mountain range has a huge diversity of terrain, from the high vertical slopes with extreme steeps to powder bowls with pillows and shoots as well as sweeping glades and an abundance of tree skiing providing more Heliskiing opportunities during bad weather periods. Through Skeena’s geographical location and diversity of terrain, we consistently enjoy one of the lowest number of down days in the industry. So our clients ski more.
How far away is the first run from the lodge?
The closest run is a 6 minute flight. However most of our skiing occurs within a 15 minute flight radius from the lodge. Weather and snow conditions typically dictate where we ski.
Insurance?
Please have Trip / Holiday Cancellation Insurance and Emergency Evacuation Insurance. Also check to see if your medical insurance covers the costs in case of an accident or illness while in Canada. In case of an evacuation the injured party is billed. For insurance contact www.sandersontravelinsurance.com or call the toll free number 1-877-226-8728.
Gratuities "Tips" ?
It is custom in Canada for guests to leave tips. This is split amongst all our employees as we consider it a team effort to ensure you enjoy your stay. This amount is at your discretion.
