Occasionally, we have 2-day packages available to fill in the gaps here and there. Great deals for people that are close by (Northwest Canada/USA).
BC Heli-Skiing Packages
First-time heli-skier? Seasoned pro? Somewhere in between? We have something you'll love.
Northern Escape offers boutique heli-skiing and heli-boarding packages ready to customize for your small (or large) group for the ultimate powder skiing adventure. Choose between 3 different lodge options and trip lengths. Unlimited Vertical is included for all guests—an industry gold standard!
All packages are all-inclusive and come with Unlimited Vertical and Snowcat Skiing Backup. Enjoy a boutique atmosphere in a remote mountain lodge, hosted by friendly and professional staff. Gourmet meals and non-alcoholic drinks, high-performance powder skis and snowboards, state-of-the-art avalanche safety equipment, certified ski guides, and lodge transfers are part of every heli-skiing package.
Design your Experience
1. Season
The seasons and climate are unique in Northern British Columbia and quite different compared to your average ski resort.
First Tracks December |
Peak Season Jan - Mar |
Endless Days April |
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| Pricing | $$ | $$$$ | $$$ |
| Average Weekly Snowfall |
80 cm 32 inches |
60 cm 24 inches |
40 cm 16 inches |
| Average Vertical skied per day |
6,200 vertical meters/day 20,500 vertical feet/day |
6,900 vertical meters/day 22,600 vertical feet/day |
7,000 vertical meters/day 22,900 vertical feet/day |
| Average Base at Treeline |
300 cm 118 inches |
400 cm 157 inches |
450 cm 177 inches |
| Average Daily Temp | -10 °C 14 °F |
-8 °C 17 °F |
-4 °C 24°F |
| Terrain | Mix of Trees and Alpine | Mix of Alpine and Trees | More Alpine |
| Average Skiing Hours | 6.5 hrs | 7-8 hrs | 8 hrs |
2. Duration
At Northern Escape Heli-Skiing, guests have lots of choices for how many days they'd like to ski or snowboard. Plus, every day is a full ski day! This is a major difference between us and other tour operators. Because there's no long bus ride back to civilization (it's only 15-20 minutes back to Terrace, BC), the last day of your package is still a complete day.
This is popular for a quick getaway or introduction to heli-skiing. Guests usually come from Canada and the USA, where the time zone difference is minimal.
Similar to our 3-day tours, these are popular for Canadian and American guests who'd like a slightly more relaxed trip.
Our most popular package for both North American and European guests. Enjoy a full 5 days of skiing or snowboarding, with enough time to adjust to jet lag and time zone changes.
Usually only available for custom and private packages, 6-day trips are sometimes selectable for Yellow Cedar and Mountain lodges too.
Very popular with European guests who are travelling from farther distances. Allows plenty of time to unwind, ski a variety of terrain, enjoy a massage, wine & dine, hot tub, socialize, and repeat for a full week!
3. Accommodation
Northern Escape Mountain Lodge
Skeena Spey Riverside Wilderness & Lodge
Yellow Cedar Lodge offers the classic Canadian log & timber ski chalet experience. Accommodations are more rustic than our Mountain Lodge. Both single and double rooms are available, with a total occupancy of 16 guests + staff.
Our Mountain Lodge is newer and more contemporary. All rooms are single, so every guest gets their own room (but couples can still share since the beds are queens and use the 2nd room for luggage/changing, etc.). The total occupancy is 10 guests + staff. Larger groups can "buy out" the lodge and have the place to themselves.
Choose between a Semi-Private or Private Package. Skeena Spey offers dedicated chefs, serving staff and a massage therapist, ensuring an amazing stay. This lodge is available as Semi-Private for up to 10 guests. Book it individually, as groups or a full lodge buyout. The Private option books the lodge exclusively for your group of up to 5 guests.
Yellow Cedar Lodge Package |
Mountain Lodge Package |
Semi-Private Lodge Package |
Private Lodge Package |
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| Pricing | $$$ eg. Starting from $7,049 per person for an all-inclusive 3 day package. |
$$$ eg. Starting from $7,599 per person for an all-inclusive 3 day package. |
$$$ eg. Starting from $16999 per person for an all-inclusive 5 day/6night package. |
$$$$$ eg. Starting from $59,999 ($11,999 per person based on 5 guests for an all-inclusive 3 day package) Note: private packages are booked flat rate. |
| Lodge | Yellow Cedar Lodge | Northern Escape Mountain Lodge | Skeena Spey Riverside Wilderness & Lodge | Skeena Spey Riverside Wilderness & Lodge |
| Length of Stay Options | 2, 3, 4, 5, 7 days | 3, 4, 5, 7 days | 5 days/6 nights or 6 days/7 nights | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 days |
| Overview | All-inclusive, classic Canadian Log & timber chalet for up to 16 guests. Two small groups share a helicopter. Single & double rooms available. | All-inclusive, fly-in, modern luxury lodge for up to 10 people. Two small groups share a helicopter. All guest rooms are single rooms. | All-inclusive, rustic chic lodge for up to 10 people. Two small groups share a helicopter. All guest rooms are double rooms. | All-inclusive, private groups of up to 5 skiers with your own helicopter and exclusive private chalet. Perfect for couples, families, or your closest friends. |
| Skis, Poles, Snowboards, Safety Equipment |
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| Airport Meet & Transfers |
20min Ground Shuttle | 15min Helicopter Shuttle | 20min Ground Shuttle | 15min Helicopter Shuttle |
| Helicopter | 2 A-Star Helicopters | Koala Helicopter | Koala Helicopter | Koala Helicopter |
| Ski Group Size | 4 | 5 | 5 | Up to 5 |
| Groups per Helicopter | Semi-Private — 2 groups | Semi-Private — 2 groups | Semi-Private — 2 groups | Private — 1 group |
| Number of Guides Per Group |
1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Catskiing Backup | ||||
| Unlimited Vertical | Included! | Included! | Included! | Included! |
| Double Rooms | ||||
| Single Rooms | Optional | |||
| Gourmet Meals | ||||
| Lodge Amenities | See lodge details | See lodge details | See lodge details | See lodge details |
| Exclusive Use of Lodge (Lodge Buy-Out) |
Optional | Optional | Optional | |
| Customization | Let's chat! | Let's chat! | Let's chat! | Let's chat! |
| Book Now | Book Now | Book Now | Book Now |
Unsure Where To Start?
Watch our Day in the Life video to help guide which experience (which lodge, which season, etc.) is best for you!
Reviews & Awards
"What an epic trip! The staff are first class, the food….the food… the food is unbelievable. The guides are so professional, fun and knowledgeable. The best, deepest snow I have ever ridden. My only recommendation is bringing a snorkel…"
Robert A., Vancouver, BC
"The helicopters are small and fast and you can have the place to yourself. I’ve been 15 times."
John C, Bozeman, MT
"The terrain is immense and access is easy. There are other places with great terrain, but you need a 7hr bus ride to get there."
Mike K, Colorado
"Great Heliskiing, DEEEP Powder, Huge Terrain, Wicked tree skiing, Awesome food."
Bernt B, Norway
"Northern Escape Heli Skiing delivers time and time again. These folks are the best of the best and I have skied with many of the others."
Andy B., Vail, CO
"Northern Escape’s wide variety of terrain, professional staff, and top-notch infrastructure provided an outstanding small group skiing experience. Despite a week straight of storms with over a meter of nonstop accumulation, Northern Escape kept us moving through safe and fun snow without a hitch. Our crew was able to stay productive every day of our visit and it made for some of the most memorable storm skiing I could have ever imagined."
Andrew Marshall, Photo Editor / The Ski Journal
"Northern Escape was one of the best experiences of my life. It has Alaska style alpine terrain, but there are also trees to ski when it snows."
Janelle Yip, Pro Skier
"NEH is the hidden Gem of the north. The alpine makes you feel like you’re in Alaska, but the tree skiing and pillows reminds you that you’re still in BC. Being close to the west coast coupled with being up North ensures that you’ll get heaps of good quality snow."
Mark Abma, Pro Skier
"When you’re skiing the deepest snow of your life, the quality of terrain plays an integral role. John and Yvan guided us into the right terrain for the conditions run after run–the perfect steepness to maintain speed and plenty of features to have fun on. There’s no shortage of stormy-day tree lines and when the sun peeks out the alpine really delivers that remote, wild, northern perfection. I’m hooked."
Feet Banks, Editor / Mountain Life, Coast Mountains
"Throughout the storm cycle, I sampled some of the best gladed backcountry terrain I’ve ever experienced. And when the clouds finally parted and the chopper could access the upper elevations – WOW! Rollers to jump off and waves to slash. Big open bowls to shred."
Alex Silgalis, Founder / Local Freshies
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