Heli-Skiing/Snowboarding - RK

As a pioneer of the heli-ski industry and with 36 years experience, RK Heliski knows how to provide a safe and exhilarating back country ski experience. Whether you are an intermediate, advanced or expert skier/boarder, you will love RK's vast virgin slopes surrounded by scenic glaciers and skiing untracked powder on gladed tree runs in the pristine and breathtaking Purcell Mountains.

Departs Daily:

Banff: 6:15 am
Heli-plex: 8:15 am

Itinerary & Highlights:

One day is all you need to create memories to last a lifetime! Whether you are an intermediate, advanced or expert skier/boarder, you will love the vast slopes and untracked powder on gladed tree runs in the pristine and breathtaking Purcell Mountains.

Your tour includes:

• Breakfast
• Mountainside Lunch
• Powder "Fat" Ski Rentals
• RK Heliski certificate and pin
• Certified Guide
• Avalanche transceiver training
• Helicopter safety briefing

What to bring:

• Dress in ski wear and bring your own boots
• If you are snowboarding, you need to bring your own board
• You will not be allowed to carry a backpack. Everything must be carried in your pockets
• Cell phones and personal music devices are not permitted
• Transport is available from all Banff hotels and Lake Louise at an additional cost

Restrictions:

• Heli-skiing is only available for Intermediate to Expert skiers
• Skiers/boarders must be able to handle all kinds of snow conditions and maintain control
• Skiers/boarders must also be of a reasonable fitness level
• Minimum age is 14 years and in all cases an adult/guardian must accompany the minor during every run

Please note a minimum of 4 passengers is required for transportation from Banff to the heli-plex in Panorama.