Where Bella Coola Heli Sports sets off from the Pantheon Lodge for heliskiing, you are very close to heaven. In many cultures, the gods even live on the highest peaks of the mountains. So it's no wonder that the highest mountain in British Columbia, Mount Waddington, is located in the heliskiing area of Bella Coola.
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There is undoubtedly something divine about dry, fluffy powder. We pray and hope that it will come down from heaven to save us from our ski-free time. When it finally arrives, we experience a revelation of happiness. The cold season between Christmas and Easter is the most important in the calendar, as it is in Christianity. Every year, the natural course of the season forces us to fast for long months. And heliskiing is the Ascension!
In northern British Columbia, this is more evident than almost anywhere else. The majestic mountain slopes southeast of Bella Coola exude a magical attraction among passionate freeriders. This is one of the reasons why Bella Coola Heli Sports founders Swede and Beat came here of all places to realize their dream of an exclusive ski film set. Whether they believe in God is a private matter. What is certain is that they found divine heliskiing terrain.
The spirituality of the Pantheon area can be felt as soon as you fly out of the Pantheon Ranch. As soon as the dramatic summit ensemble of the Coast Mountains, the gigantic glaciers and the deep snow-covered valleys appear, there is usually silence in the helicopter. There is no need to speak. In silence, everyone agrees that they have missed this sight all their lives. The only sounds are the clicking of the cameras. It seems like the end of the world up here, because there are no villages or other signs of civilization. The gods, whatever they might be, would definitely feel at home here.
One peak stands out in particular. Not only because of its sheer imposing height, but also because of its impressive massive shape. At 4019 meters, Mount Waddington is the highest mountain in the Coast Mountains. Its jagged peak seems to want to protect the summit from unwelcome visitors. Whichever god lives up there, he must be one of the most powerful.
Namely when the helicopter has touched down and unloaded its passengers. As soon as the helicopter has flown away again, the heliskiers and boarders have attached their skis or snowboards to their feet. And then the guide gives the signal to set off. This moment cannot be described in words, you simply have to experience it in the Pantheon area of Bella Coola. Heliskiing in the mountains of the gods is simply divine.
Strong enough?
Not sure if you're strong enough for heliskiing? Get in touch with us. We can also do a video check-up. We have been heliskiing with thousands of skiers and know all the areas. So we can assess with you where you will have the most fun in the powder!
