Our Expert
Rupert Hatfield
"TLH is the best place in Canada to sample real heli-skiing for the first time. A quality operation with a long history, the Lodge and food put the experience towards the luxury end of the range available."
Overview
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Location:
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TLH is located 100 kms north of Whistler in the South Chilcotin Mountains of British Columbia. |
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Terrain:
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830,000 acres. Short steep pitches from the mountain-tops, wide-open glaciers and bowls, glades and trees. |
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Annual Snowfall:
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46 - 50ft |
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Temperatures:
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-5 to -15C |
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Season dates:
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Dec 19th - Apr 24th (varies a little each year) |
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Getting there:
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Bus transfer from Vancouver (6 - 7 hours) or Whistler (4 - 5 hours) or Helicopter from Vancouver (1 hour) at an extra cost. |
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Operating since:
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1991, one of the pioneers of Canadian heli-skiing |
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Helicopters:
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Bell 212s carrying 2 groups of up to 11 skiers plus a guide. |
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Packages:
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2,3,4,5 and 7 day packages. |
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Vertical:
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2 day - average 37,000ft: guaranteed 29,000 ft
3 day - average 56,000ft: guaranteed 43,000 ft
4 day - average 75,000ft: guaranteed 57,500 ft
5 day - average 93,000ft: guaranteed 72,000 ft
7 day - average 130,000ft: guaranteed 100,000 ft
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Extras:
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Private Platinum and Gold tours - enjoy the luxury or your own helicopter, pilot, and guides while staying in a private chalet accompanied with a chef to prepare all your meals. Private tours are for groups of two to ten guests. |
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