MV Cascadia @ Bella Coola Heli Sports
MV Cascadia @ Bella Coola Heli Sports
Heliskiing "Soar & Explore" - complete freedom in the snow and on the water
In other heliski packages, Canada's picturesque fjords are the backdrop - here they become your base. During the heliskiing expedition "Soar & Explore" by TRAVELZONE in cooperation with Bella Coola Heli Sports, you will stay on board the luxury catamaran "MV Cascadia" for seven days. The yacht takes you to wonderful places along the British Columbia coast, the private helicopter takes you to the best powder slopes in the area every time.Read more.
The exclusive freeride experience is designed for up to eight people. Two groups of four have a total of 20 hours of flying time and a helicopter that takes off directly from the deck of the MV Cascadia in the morning. Access from the water gives you a completely new way into the largest contiguous heliski area in the world. You have a good chance of hitting runs in this remote part of the Coast Mountains that no other winter sports enthusiast has been on before you.
In addition to fantastic freeride adventures, fascinating insights into Canada's wild nature await the participants of the trip. This also makes the "Soar & Explore" trip interesting for explorers who are not on skis or snowboards.
Height of the base:
0m
Altitude of the ski area:
900 - 3,000m
Size of the area:
13'000 km2
Season: March and April
Average snow precipitation:
18m at 1,800m above sea level.
Helicopter:
A-StarB3
Approx. 280 main descents
Longest descent: 2,150 m
Ø descent:750 m
Group size:
4guests + 1 guide
Coast Moutains
80% alpine, 20% forest
Our verdict on the MV Cascadia
Every day a new corner to powder, every evening a different place to anchor: with "Soar & Explore", TRAVELZONE and Bella Coola Heli Sports turn you into a modern explorer. You can expect masses of snow in the Coast Mountains, long and spectacular descents, a dream panorama with a fjord backdrop, a short journey to and from the resort, powder skiing on the first and last day and exceptional accommodation. Freeriding in small groups is the icing on the cake. Other activities such as excursions to hot springs, fishing, kayaking and paddling trips or guided photo tours round off the trip. Our conclusion: Whether heliskiing, on the yacht or during numerous activities - "Soar & Explore" promises an exclusive adventure and pure variety.
Do you have any questions about the MV CascadiaLodge?
We know the MV Cascadia Lodge personally and are always happy to answer your questions. You can reach us via chat or info@travel-zone.ch or by phone (Mon - Fri 9.00-18.00): +41 41 552 55 00.
The MV Cascadia is the flagship of the Canadian eco-tour provider Maple Leaf Adventures and offers you the high level of comfort that you know from heliski lodges on land. You stay in one of the eight spacious cabins with a window, private bathroom and shower. After heliskiing, you meet up in the lounge and later for dinner in the dining room. The catamaran has a massage room and a hot tub outside on the highest deck, from where you have a fantastic 360-degree view. You can also pass the time on board with a visit to the bridge and a chat with the captain. Kayaks and boats are available for excursions to discover the natural **hot pools** after skiing or snowboarding.
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- Number of nights as per arrangement, based on double room
- Full board incl. non-alcoholic drinks
- Number of days heliskiing as per arrangement
- Included / guaranteed vertical meters for the Private Plus program:
- 8 days / 7 nights: 20h
- 6 days / 5 nights: 14h
- 5 days / 4 nights: 11h
- Powder skis with poles or snowboard
- Avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe
- Avalanche airbag
- Radio for every guest
- Supervision by a state-certified mountain guide
- WLAN
- ski shop
- Stretching before breakfast
- fitness room
- Washing machine
- Downday activities: Fishing, boat trips, guided photo tours, excursions
- Cell phone reception
- Daily massages
- Scheduled flight Vancouver - Bella Coola - Vancouver
- Helicopter transfer Bella Coola - Lodge - Bella Coola
Additional costs:
- Additional altitude meters beyond the included altitude meters
- Alcoholic beverages
- gratuities
Simple, fast and exclusive! And best of all: the flight to and from Vancouver is included in the price. Once you have arrived in Bella Coola, you can strap on your skis or snowboard for the trip from the airport down to the MV Cascadia's anchorage.
The same applies to the last day of your trip. Then it's off into the powder one last time to get to Bella Coola airport. Your luggage will be waiting for you there. After changing, it's off on the charter plane to Vancouver.
If you are traveling from Europe, you will need to plan an overnight stay in Vancouver for the outward and return journey. Talk to us. We have numerous hotels at special rates for heliskiers.
Destination airport for intercontinental flight: Vancouver
Next airport: Bella Coola
Transfer: Charter plane and helicopter
Transfer time: 70 minutes from Vancouver to Bella Coola
