Heliskiing in BC: Why Choose Snowwater?
When thinking of heliskiing in British-Columbia (BC), Snowwater is one of your best options for deep powder and tree skiing. Here are 10 reasons why your group should choose us for a unique heliskiing experience.
HELI SKIING TERRAIN
Located in the stunning Selkirk Mountains of BC, Canada, Snowwater offers unforgettable elite heliskiing adventures. With an operating area of over 150,000 acres, our heli skiing terrain is both vast and breathtaking. We operate in three separate mountain ranges providing you with endless untracked Kootenay powder.
GUARANTEED SKIING
Our Guarantee unlike other heliskiing operation in BC, Snowwater promises that you will ski or ride everyday no matter what the weather is like. Our luxury Bombardier snowcat takes you skiing or riding when bad weather prevents flying.
SNOW QUALITY
The snow that falls in the West Kootenays, BC is the lightest, softest and purest variety that measures an average of 42 feet per year. The average snowbase is 12 feet or 4 metres deep! Our heliskiing terrain, simply put, is “World Class”. We have a huge amount of skiable area that guarantees untouched powder runs all day long every day.
SMALL GROUPS
The trend in heliskiing these days is for smaller groups and a more intimate experience. At Snowwater, you’ll be a small group of 4 guests per helicopter load which means you get a lot of personal attention from your professional mountain guide. This also means your group dictates the level of skiing.
LUXURY LODGE
High in the Selkirk mountains in BC you’ll stay at our exclusive timber frame mountain lodge. Snowwater features beautiful double occupancy rooms for only 12 guests at a time. Each room has 2 queen size beds, infloor heating, down duvets, gorgeous bathrooms and stunning Valhalla views!
GOURMET FOOD
The food at our lodge is simply outstanding!
Five star four course gourmet dinners are provided and made from only the freshest ingredients. Organic produce, fresh baked bread daily, delectable deserts… Everything is homemade on site by our professional chefs.
GUIDES AND SAFETY
Our heliskiing guides have been chosen not only for their guiding skills and certifications, but also their enthusiastic and outgoing nature. They all have advanced first aid training. They are continually balancing exciting and challenging skiing with the safety and enjoyment of the entire group.
HELICOPTERS AND PILOTS
We use a B2 A star helicopter. This is the sleekest most powerful machine in the business. It seats 5 clients, one guide and a pilot. Our pilots are the cream of the crop. They have years of training and experience in the heliskiing business, and are involved in annual training sessions and continuing education, as are our guides.
SNOWCAT AND DRIVERS
Our deluxe bombardier boasts 12 recliner upholstered seats perfect for resting before the next run. Relax in heated comfort while you listen to your favourite tunes and eat homemade snacks. Our drivers have years of experience and are well trained in safety procedures.
RAVE REVIEWS
Still not convinced, here is what Keith Carlson of POWDER MAGAZINE had to say about the Snowwater heliskiing experience:
“There is no where else in the world where there is a concentration of deep powder that can be accessed by so many different methods of transport”.
