New for 2008/09
For the adventurous skiers and boarders amongst you we have some exhilarating
Heliskiing packages for you to choose from. Choose from 3 or 4 night packages
staying at the impressive Tyax Mountain Lodge, built on the shores of the beautiful
frozen Tyaughton Lake just 125 miles north of Vancouver. To the West of the
lodge lies a vast expanse of glaciers covering hundreds of square kilometers
and to the East the rolling dry Fraser Plateau, you will ski or board between
the 2 areas providing you with the best of both worlds – magnificent mountains,
an abundance of dry powder snow and plenty of sunshine.
Carve turns through the deep blankets of truly Virgin snow amongst the Chilcotin
Mountains and take in the awe inspiring scenery and jagged peaks. There are
currently in excess of 300 runs in an area of 830,000 acres for you to explore,
and the glaciers and alpine bowls stretch forever.
Where is it?
Where is it? The base for TLH Heliskiing is at Tyax Mountain Lake Resort, on
the shores of beautiful Tyaughton Lake, approximately 125 miles (200 km) north
of Vancouver, British Columbia.
Getting There
Transfer time: from Whistler approx 4 hours, from Vancouver approx 6 hours.
Eats and Drinks
We know that the food can make or break any holiday. Enjoy some of the most
mouth watering and high energy meals to keep your palette happy and your legs
strong, created by the most talented and experienced professionals.
Fun and Games
Massage Therapy, Professional Photography Services - Photographers take turns
with most of the groups, gift shop. Internet Services (medium-speed connection),
Gym, Wet Sauna and outdoor Jacuzzi Hot tub, Snowmobiles (local charge payable).
Rooms
All rooms have en-suite bathroom and balcony, Satellite T.V., phone and hairdryer.
Vertical Feet
3 day package departs Friday and includes 43,000 vertical feet of skiing 4
day package departs Monday and includes 57,500 vertical feet of skiing (You
are not charged for vertical lift such as for flights to and from the skiing)
You will be updated on a daily basis of vertical feet skied and will be able
to purchase additional feet locally should you wish to (approx $31 CAD per 1000
vertical feet).
What's Included
Your package includes 3 or 4 nights accommodation at the Tyax Mountain Lodge,
transfers from Whistler (central pick up and drop-off point) or Vancouver (should
you be transferring to or from Vancouver you will need to book overnight accommodation
in Vancouver due to the departure and arrival time of transfers as these will
not connect with your scheduled flights – overnight accommodation in Vancouver
is not included in the package price – please note when booking your overnight
accommodation that TLH Heliskiing transfers will only pick up and drop off at
the Fairmont Waterfront Centre and Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel) Also includes
all meals, use of resort facilities, guide services, avalanche transceivers
plus use of powder skis and poles (Ski/snowboard boots and snowboards are not
available). Skiing takes place in groups of 11 guests.
Please Note: A non-refundable deposit of £600 per person is payable
at the time of booking.
Unfortunately this tour is not available to book online. Please call
our reservations team to book on: 0844 557 4212.