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When the runs are not enough, step it upwith Heli Skiing or Riding! One of the true Whistler experiences that will leave you with the best powder memories of your life.

Endless Freshtracks

Heli skiing is the experience of a lifetime. If you dream of endless untracked powder and no lift lines, this is for you.

Step into the helicopter with a group of your level and enjoy anepic day. Whistler Heli Skiing covers an area around Whistler of about 50 by 30 miles (80km/50km) and brings fewer than 50 skiers a day to the area. Needless to say, fresh tracks are thenorm.

Whistler Heli-Skiing: Big Mountains, No Lift Lines

Whistler heli-skiing is about trading chairlifts and tracked-out snow for untouched alpine bowls, glaciers, and tree runs accessed by helicopter. With access to hundreds of thousands of acres of Coast Mountain backcountry around Whistler, you can ski or ride terrain that feels a world away, yet starts right from the village. Operators typically include guiding, avalanche safety gear, lunch, and transport from Whistler, so you can focus on one thing: deep turns in real wilderness.

What a Typical Heli Day Looks Like

Your day usually starts early in Whistler Village with check-in, waivers, and a detailed safety briefing covering helicopter procedures and avalanche equipment. From there, you’ll shuttle to the heli base, load up, and fly into high alpine terrain where guides choose runs based on weather, stability, and group ability. Expect several long laps—often 3–6 runs or more—on big open glaciers, mellow powder fields, and gladed trees, with a mountain lunch in between. At the end of the day, you fly back out and return to the village in time for après.

Who It’s For (Ability & Fitness)

You don’t need to be an extreme skier to enjoy heli-skiing in Whistler, but you do need to be comfortable on ungroomed blue and black runs at Whistler Blackcomb and able to handle variable snow. If you can link confident turns in powder, navigate bowls and glades, and ski or ride all day with minimal breaks, you’re usually ready for an introductory or “classic” package. Stronger skiers and riders who move quickly and like steeper pitches can opt for “elite” or advanced packages with more runs and more aggressive terrain.

When to Go

Whistler’s heli-ski season typically runs from December into April, with the heart of the season in mid-winter when the snowpack is deepest and the alpine terrain is well filled in. Early season can deliver great storms and lower-angle tree skiing, while February and March often balance reliable powder with enough high-pressure windows for flyable bluebird days. Operators adjust daily plans to match weather and avalanche conditions, so your guides will always be hunting for the best snow on the day.

Whistler Heli Skiing Packages

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Learn to Ski in Whistler: From First Turns to Big-Mountain Confidence

Whistler Blackcomb is one of the best places in the world to learn to ski or dial in your technique. With huge variety in terrain, modern lifts, and professional instructors from all over the globe, you can progress quickly while exploring some of the most beautiful mountains in North America.

Why Take a Lesson in Whistler?

Ski lessons are about more than just learning to stop and turn. In Whistler, instructors help you build confidence, improve your technique, and navigate the mountain safely, all while showing you terrain that matches your level. You also pick up local tips about the best lifts, quiet runs, and where to go when the weather changes, which makes the rest of your trip smoother and more fun.

Lesson Options for Every Level

Whether it’s your first day on snow or you’re comfortable on black runs, there’s a lesson format to match your goals.

• Group lessons: Ideal for beginners and intermediates who want structured coaching in a social, supportive environment. You’re matched with others of similar ability so everyone progresses together.
• Private lessons: Best if you want one-on-one attention, faster progress, or a customized day for your family or small group. The instructor can focus on your specific challenges and preferred terrain.
• Kids and youth programs: Designed to keep children safe, engaged, and having fun while they learn. Dedicated kids’ areas, games, and age-appropriate teaching help them gain skills without feeling pressured.
• Camps and specialty clinics: Multi-day programs for skiers who want to push into steeps, bumps, off-piste, or even introductory backcountry, with the same coach and group over several days.

What to Expect on Lesson Day

Most lessons start with a quick check-in, gear review, and a warm-up on easy terrain. Your instructor will assess your level, then build skills step by step—balancing drills with plenty of actual skiing so it never feels like school. Expect clear demonstrations, personalized feedback, and lots of repetition on terrain that feels challenging but not intimidating, with breaks to rest, warm up, and ask questions.

Tips to Get the Most from Your Lesson

A little preparation goes a long way to making your day more enjoyable and productive.

• Book early: Peak periods in Whistler sell out quickly, especially for popular dates and private lessons.
• Choose the right level: Be honest about your experience so you end up in a group that matches your ability.
• Arrive early: Give yourself time to pick up rentals, find the meeting point, and get comfortable with your gear.
• Dress smart: Wear waterproof outer layers, warm base layers, good gloves, goggles, and a helmet.
• Stay open-minded: Try your instructor’s suggestions, even if they feel a bit different at first—small changes in stance or movement can unlock big improvements.

Why Whistler Is Perfect for Progress

Whistler’s huge variety of terrain means you can always find the right slope for your stage of learning, from wide green runs to long, rolling blues and more challenging steeps higher up. As you improve, you don’t need to change resorts—each day you can simply step up to slightly more advanced terrain with guidance from your instructor. That combination of world-class teaching, big-mountain options, and vibrant village life makes Whistler an ideal place to fall in love with skiing.

Whistler ski school Packages

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Ranked the number one ski resort in North America by several magazines and consumer surveys over the years, Whistler is a world-renowned mountain resort.

With the largest terrain in North America and direct access tothe backcountry, Whistler is a skier’s dream.

The Most Ski Terrain in North America

The resort of Whistler provides access to Whistler Mountain and Blackcomb Mountain, offering a total of 8,171 acres of skiable terrain, the largest available in North America. From family zones for beginners to double-black-diamond runs above cliffs, every skier will find terrain for their level and skills. Until today, Whistler and Blackcomb were separated by avalley, making going from one mountain to the other a lengthyprocess, but the Peak to Peak Gondola is spanning the distancebetween Whistler and Blackcomb in an eleven-minute journey. Maximize your day and ski Whistler AND Blackcomb!

Ski Lessons & Skills Clinics

Whether you are skiing for the first time, looking for a kidscamp or want to improve your pillow lines, the Whistler Blackcomb SkiSchool offers lessons and programs for skiers of all abilities. Instructors are professionally trained and certified; they adapt the lesson to the group’s abilities, and many speak a second language, making it easy for foreign tourists.

Lessons are available from a couple of hours to several days andcan be private or in groups, depending on your preferences. There are also freeride, freestyle, women-only, and several expert-level clinics and camps available. Kids’ lessons and programs are offered for children from 3 months to 18 years old.

Learn more about our awesome Whistler Ski Packages, including accommodation, transportation, and lift tickets.

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Snowmobiling is a treasured Whistleractivity that’s fun for everyone; especially families. Youcan ride solo or as a passenger. (It’s can be less expensive ridingas a passenger.) If you aren’t a skier or just need a break fromthe mountain then try snowmobiling.

Snowmobiling for Everyone

Your day begins with a safety lesson. Learn thebasics, get comfortable and then off you go. Trained, professionaland friendly tour guides can take you through backcountry areas,along hidden, snow-covered path ways, and into beautiful winterenvironments.

Each tour operator specializes in different areas and terrain inand around the Whistler valley. Ask about the tours they offer andtheir duration. Expect hours of uninterrupted and high-poweredsnowmobiling fun that can’t be compared.

It’s the best time you’ll have all winter!

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Enjoy the serene natural beauty of theoutdoors while in Whistler Resort with a snowshoe guidedtour. It is a fabulous way to get closer to nature and see the aweinspiring scenery of the Whistler area.

Whistler has the ideal settings for snowshoeing. Rent your ownor let a guide take you through unforgettable and beautifulwilderness and learn about the local natural wildlife. Maybe get tohand- feed a bird or two!

Snowshoeing – Great For the Entire Family

Snowshoeing can be enjoyed by the whole family.Age 5 and up are welcome. If it’s just rentals required that’s finetoo.

Embark on a late night snowshoe followed by a fondue dinner. Orrise and shine early for an early bird ascent on Whistler Mountain.If you can walk, you can snowshoe! There are several places in andaround Whistler that guides can take you.

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Whistler Blackcomb, ranked number onemountain resort in North America several times, offerworld-class riding. Whistler provides you with the largest terrainin North America and endless possibilities.

What a Snowboard Resort!

Developed on two mountains, Whistler Blackcomb provides8,171 acres of terrain, from easy green runs to discoversnowboarding, to chutes and gladed runs for more advancedsnowboarders.

In addition to more than 200 trails, each mountain providesthree terrain parks for beginner, intermediate and advanced riderswith jumps, rails and more so you can practice new tricks. Bothmountains have a half-pipe and Blackcomb also offers a boardercross.

Snowboarding Lessons & Skills Clinics

If it’s your first time riding, you might wantto get an instructor for a couple of days, to learn the righttechnique to flow down the hill. And more advanced riders might beinterested in skills clinics, either freeride or freestyledepending on your tastes. Instructors are trained and certified andsome skills camps are organized by some of the biggest pros outthere.

Lessons are available from a couple of hours to several days andcan be private or in groups depending on your preferences. Thereare also freeride, freestyle, women only and several expert-levelclinics and camps available. Kids lessons and programs are offeredfrom 3-month to 18-year old.

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A family-friendly Tube Park on Blackcombmountain at the Excalibur gondola mid-station will thrillyou with a 1,000 feet of sliding fun.

Featuring green, blue and black lanes, a magic carpet to getback to the top, and a fire pit, play area and snack station, theTube Park will let kids of all ages slip & slide well into thenight.

Whistler’s Favourite Family Activity

Open day and evenings, the Tube Park is Whistler’sfavourite family event with a concession stand near by andfire pits to warm cold fingers and toes.

The cost includes a tube. No sleds, toboggans or self-ownedtubes are allowed in the Tube Park. Available – Mini zone withmini-tubes (36″ minimum height restriction).

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Whistler Blackcomb offers great terrain forall snowboarder abilities. Whether you are just learningto snowboard or refining your free riding technique Whistler haswhat you need to up your game.

For All Snowboarding Abilities

Private Snowboard Lessons

You get to cut line ups, ski or ride the best places (includingthe secret ones), plus get one on one instruction to the nextlevel. A private lesson is the fastest way to improvement. You getto cut line ups, ski or ride the best places (including the secretones), plus get one on one instruction to the next level. A privatelesson is the fastest way to improvement.

Learn to Snowboard Programs

Learn to Ride

This is a fun and safe way to get going on a board. Helmets andwrist guards are provided. It’s an easy does it group atmosphere.You’ll have a fun day in the mountains on gentle slopes.

Supergroup Beginner Snowboard Package

For beginner adult snowboarders on Blackcomb Mountain. Small isbeautiful. These are snowboard semi-private groups with a maximumof 3 students – enough to fill one high-speed chair. You’ll receiveindividual attention, intimate one-on-one instruction, a uniquesocial environment, and instructors who are all long-term pros.

Burton Women’s Learn to Ride Camps

Have you ever thought about learning to snowboard? NOW’S THETIME! This is a warm positive environment that will help you getthe skills you need.

Intermediate to Advanced Programs

Summit Sessions Riding Clinics

For intermediate to expert adult snowboarders. These clinicswill deepen your comfort in any type of terrain. You’ll explore themountain with the people who know all the best spots. Great forbuilding confidence or just finding ways to get more out of themountains.

Supergroup Snowboard

These are snowboard groups with a maximum of 3 students – enoughto fill one high-speed chair. You’ll receive individual attention,intimate one-on-one instruction, a unique social environment andinstructors who are all long-term pros.

Quiksilver Freestyle/Freeride Snowboard Camps

This incredible snowboard camp is the proven way to do it all.Whatever your speed, whatever your style, this program has whatyour looking for.

Roxy Women’s All Star Snowboard Camps

All women all the time. To get in this program you must be ableto link turns. Take it from there. This is a warm positiveenvironment that will help you get to that next level fast.

Specialty Programs

Instructor Training (CASI)

CASI Level 1 is the first level in the Canadian Association ofSnowboard instructors. These courses cover the basics of currentskiing/snowboarding techniques and teaching methodology and includevideo analysis, skiing/snowboarding and teaching evaluation.

The Whistler Adaptive Sports Program

The program caters to a full spectrum of skiers and snowboardersfrom beginner through advanced. Our trained and certifiedinstructors, guides, and assistants will help you access the slopesof Whistler Blackcomb. Please join us to experience outdooractivity in a safe, friendly, and FUN way. We tailor our lessons tosuit your needs.

Backcountry Tours

Skiers and boarders will venture outside the Ski Area Boundaryand into the backcountry for a full day of serious vertical and atrue taste of coastal powder.

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