Albreda Lodge @ Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing
Albreda Lodge @ Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing
High-end heliskiing in one of the best freeride areas
We like Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing for the outstanding terrain in the Monashees and Cariboos, for the unlimited vertical flying and for the great selection of heliski packages. The Albreda Lodge adds another aspect: pure luxury. Read more.
The Albreda Lodge is perfect for guests on the exclusive private, semi-private, elite and super-elite packages. Even with larger groups, you will remain largely among yourselves during your stay. You will enjoy the excellent service and numerous amenities. The ultimate is the private suite with two bedrooms.
And when heliskiing? The Albreda Lodge is the best starting point for the less accessible areas in the northern part of Mike Wiegele's heliski area. Here you can experience everything that makes up one of the best freeride regions in the world. Forests for incomparable tree skiing, wide glaciers for enjoyable cruising, demanding alpine terrain for challenging runs, all covered in the finest powder snow - every passionate skier and snowboarder will find the right terrain at Mike Wiegele.
Altitude of the base:
690meters
Altitude of the ski area:
1,046 - 3,569m
Size of the area
5'000 km2
Season: December - April
12m at 1'800m above sea level
Helicopter: A-Star B3 + Bell 212
Heli launch site: directly at the lodge
approx. 1000 main descents
Longest descent: 1,870m
Ø descent: 850m
Group size:
4guests + 1 guide
Bell 212: 9 guests + 2 guides
Monashee and Carbiboo Moutains:
50% alpine, 50% forest
Our verdict on Albreda Lodge
A trip to Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing's Albreda Lodge is one of the most luxurious heliskiing experiences you can have. The accommodation has all the possible advantages of a high-end resort, and the heliskiing packages offer you the experience of your dreams. And the terrain in the Monashees and Cariboos is almost unbeatable for freeriders - whether you prefer skiing between trees, making turns in immaculate snowpacks on open glaciers or looking for a challenge on steep slopes. Our conclusion: Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing is a must for passionate freeriders and the Albreda Lodge is simply a dream.
Do you have any questions about the Albreda Lodge?
We know Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing's Albreda Lodge personally and are always happy to answer any questions you may have. 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 magnificent Albreda Lodge is the jewel in Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing's crown. The design is inspired by huts in the Alps, the façade is made of mighty trunks and stone. In addition to one of the 17 rooms, you can also book the suite with two bedrooms, a fireplace and its own kitchen. Neither the attentive service nor the outstanding cuisine leave anything to be desired. You can relax with a massage, in the sauna or in the whirlpool. There is also a ski store, a climbing wall and a fitness room in the lodge.
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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 in the Elite A-Star program:
- 7 days: unlimited vertical meters / 24,384 vertical meters
- Included / guaranteed vertical meters for the Private A-Star and Private Bell 212 program:
- 7 days: 11 hours / 7 guaranteed
- Included / guaranteed vertical meters for the Semi-Private A-Star program:
- 7 days: 20 hours / 12 guaranteed Powder skis with poles or snowboard
- Avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe
- Avalanche airbag
- Radio for each group
- Supervision by a state-certified mountain guide
- WLAN
Additional costs:
- Additional vertical meters beyond the included vertical meters
- Alcoholic drinks
- Sports massages
- Gratuities
You will land in either Vancouver or Calgary. From there, there are daily connections to Kamloops Airport, but it is also possible to travel by private plane.
From Kamloops, you can take a free shuttle to Albreda Lodge if you have booked a seven-day package. The bus stops at the airport at 8:00 am on Saturdays and then at various hotels in the city. It's quicker if you book a private helicopter shuttle with Travelzone. This is available for up to four or up to ten guests. On arrival, you check into your room and have your ski or snowboard equipment fitted. Safety training takes place the next morning before you experience the Canadian powder.
You return the same way.
Destination airport for intercontinental flight: Vancouver or Calgary
Next airport: Kamloops
Transfer: Domestic flight and bus or helicopter shuttle
Transfer time: 2.5 hours from Kamloops
