Helicopter Assisted Ski Touring
Helicopter Assisted Ski Touring: The CMH Way
When a young Hans Gmoser first started taking guests into the mountains almost 50 years ago the thought of using a helicopter to get to the top never occurred to him. Hans believed you 'earned your turns' by rhythmically sliding climbing skin-clad touring skis up pristine slopes in winter.
Ski touring allows us to experience the mountains in a way that is very different from heli-skiing. The quiet is deafening. There’s plenty of time to fully absorb the magic of the setting. Your body gets into an almost Zen-like rhythm as you patiently climb towards a new vista at every corner, and the top of the peak that lies beyond. And after you’ve enjoyed the compulsory summit snack, stripped off the skins and clicked your bindings into downhill mode, the turns seem that much more satisfying because you know you earned every one of them.
- Rob Rohn, CMH Director of Mountain Operations
2010 Helicopter Assisted Ski Touring - Dates & Prices:
| March 13-19, 2010 | Adamant Lodge $2,810 (5 days of Touring) |
| March 29-April 2, 2010 | Bugaboo Lodge $2,810 (5 days of Touring) |
| April 3-10, 2010 | Adamant Lodge $3700 |
| April 10-17, 2010 | Bugaboo Lodge SOLD OUT $3700 |
| April 10-17, 2010 | Demo Week with K2 Skis at the Adamant Lodge SOLD OUT $3700 |
| April 17-24, 2010 | Bugaboo Lodge SOLD OUT $3700 |
2011 Helicopter Assisted Ski Touring - Dates & Prices:
| April 2 - 9, 2011 | Adamant Lodge $3,900 |
| April 9-16, 2011 | Bugaboo Lodge $3,900 |
| April 16-23, 2011 | Bugaboo Lodge $3,900 |
| April 23-30, 2011 | Bugaboo Lodge $3,900 |
How it works
Helicopter access to prime ski touring terrain eliminates the need for long valley slogs so you can concentrate on skiing. Ten touring guests will share the lodge with our Heli-Skiers. Each day touring guests and 2 guides catch the first helicopter flight of the day for an exhilarating downhill to start. After a full day of touring in the Columbias, fly back to all the amenities and camaraderie awaiting at the lodge.
You don't need previous touring experience to join in, but you do need to be in good physical condition and have the same downhill skiing ability we require of our heli-skiers. In fact, Helicopter Assisted Ski Touring with CMH is a perfect introduction to the rewarding sport of ski touring. All of the reward of traditional ski touring, minus the tent, dehydrated food and heavy pack. Skiers will need clothing appropriate for ski touring. If you don't have touring skis and boots we can arrange rentals in Banff.
If the idea of experiencing a different kind of mountain ski adventure appeals to you, come join us on a great week of ski touring, CMH style.
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ALL SKIERS ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN A CMH HELI-SKI WAIVER
What's Included?
Click here for details on what is included in a CMH Heli-Skiing Trip, including guaranteed vertical.
Refund Policy
In the event of poor weather or mechanical breakdown, CMH offers the most generous refund policy in the industry. CMH Refund Policy
Guide Offer
Calling All Guides! Learn more about bringing your own private touring group.
Book your 2011 Heli-Ski/Board Trip with CMH by May 1, 2010 and get $100/day lodge credit!
Learn more about how to save in 2011.
Canadian Mountain Holidays is the world's largest heli-skiing operator, with over 40 years experience and 11 Heli-Ski areas throughout BC, Canada. Approximately 7000 skiers come to CMH every year from all over the world to experience the world's best powder skiing!
