Valdez Heli Skiing
Heli Ski Alaska

Summary

The pinnacle of heli-access skiing, snowboarding and ice climbing. Your guides have pioneered the heli-ski movement in Alaska and after sixteen years of sharing the Chugach with people from all over the World, their reputation stands alone. They offer the biggest terrain, the highest level of experience and they take pride in the fact that they live, guide and educate in Valdez , Alaska year-round. With three flights a day into Valdez , the largest terrain in the World and a personalized guiding program, it's so easy to access the goods!

Lodging and Operations

Expect a client to guide ration of 5 to 1 and an emphasis on safe route selection and teamwork. Everyone wears a beacon and carries a shovel and probe. All pilots are highly trained mountain aviators flying B2 and B3 A-Stars or Bell 407's, all top-notch aircraft designed specifically for mountain operations.

The all inclusive packages include lodging at the Valdez Harbor Inn which overlooks the small boat harbor right in the heart of town. Breakfast and lunch are provided, and for evenings, guests can choose from the attached restaurant/bar or one of the many other options in town.

Included

  • Six runs a day, an average of 20,000 vertical feet, on over one million acres of exclusive terrain
  • A personal greeting at the Valdez Airport by friendly staff. Ground transportation in Valdez , AK
  • The best big mountain equipment available: HEAD skis, poles, Heli ski packs, Black Diamond harness, Back Country Access Tracker digital transceiver, probes, shovels
  • Expert knowledge of the latest advancements in backcountry techniques and etiquette
  • Breakfast and lunch

Why go?

  1. Unbelievable terrain for all abilities and more snow than anywhere in Alaska
  2. Highly experienced and trained guide staff with 5 to 1 guest / guide ratio
  3. Consistent, year-round, family-run operation
  4. Your guides have been creating and defining the Alaska heli-scene for over 15 years

Terrain and Conditions
Mountain Range:

Chugach
Area: 1,600,000 acres!!!
Skiing Elevation : Sea level to 8,000 feet (huge vertical)
Average Snowfall : 1000+ inches @ 5,000 feet
Terrain:

Terrain for all abilities- most clients are advanced skiers.

Operating Season: Mid February to the end of April
Rates and Schedules: 3 day ski / 5 nights lodging, all inclusive $4,300 based on double occupancy
5 day ski / 7 nights lodging, all inclusive $6,980 based on double occupancy
Private Ships available
 
 

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