Coast Mountains Backcountry Tour – British Columbia Canada
Whistler Ski Resort and surrounding Coast Mountains of British Columbia, Canada are renowned for mind-blowing backcountry access to incredible tree runs and massive alpine bowls, chutes and couloirs. Wax up your backcountry touring skis or splitboard and join your PowderQuest host, Mo Rasiah (Whistler local and ACMG Ski Guide) as he introduces you to his epic backyard playground; the beautiful British Columbia backcountry. The stunning Whistler Blackcomb village is your base for the week, with ski lift and helicopter assisted touring access to some of the best ski and snowboard terrain in BC.
Trip Highlights
- 4 days lift assisted backcountry ski touring + splitboarding from Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort
- 1 day backcountry touring at guides select location in the stunning Coast Mountains
- 1 day helicopter assisted backcountry touring in our favorite hidden British Columbia valleys
- Professionally guided by 2 Whistler based ACMG certified ski guides
- Immerse in the friendly mountain culture of Whistler ski village
- Feel free to stay where you wish or book your hotel with us and unwind each evening in our 4-star lodge
Trip Highlights
Itinerary
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- Group meet-and-greet at 5:00pm in the Whistler Village
- Welcome dinner on the town with your local guides and new friends
- 6 days of fun guided backcountry adventures; 4 days out of Whistler Blackcomb ski area + 2 days in more remote locations including a day of heli-assisted* ski touring - splitboarding
- Return to Whistler each evening, with nights free to explore the local restaurants and nightlife
- Night 7 includes a special farewell dinner hosted by your guides
- Sleep in (well deserved!) after a big week of adventuring in the Coast Mountains and our farewell dinner last night!
- Start your journey home at your leisure
Is This Trip For Me?
This Canada backcountry trip is recommended for advanced skiers and splitboarders with experience in variable snow conditions, deep powder and trees. Come prepared to explore the best backcountry terrain out of the ski resort and to head deeper into the British Columbia backcountry. You will want to be in good physical shape and keen on uphill touring. More on ability levels
Trip Essentials
- Certified ACMG guides
- Whistler lift tickets (get a $350 trip discount for Epic Pass holders)
- Helicopter for day of heli-assisted backcountry touring
- Welcome and farewell dinners hosted by your guides
- Lodging is not included in the base price to give you the freedom to select where you will stay for the week. However, we offer a 4-star hotel option available at check out when you book the trip. We can also assist in finding you alternative options.
- required travel insurance
- arrival and departure to/from Whistler
- meals outside of our hosted welcome and farewell dinners
- beverages
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Accommodations
Aava Whistler Hotel
If you opt to include lodging with your package, this is your home to unwind after adventurous days of skiing. Featuring an outdoor pool and hot tub with view of the mountains, the 4-star Aava Whistler Hotel is just 2 minutes' walk from the heart of Whistler Village, ski lifts, restaurants, shopping and nightlife.
Book Trip Now
Expert guided-British Columbia backcountry adventures await. Reserve a spot today.
Price per person in USD:
- $3699 should you prefer to arrange your own lodging
- $4899 in double share occupancy, Aava Hotel
- $6099 private single room with king bed, Aava Hotel
Solo Travelers: If you are traveling solo and prefer to share a room, we will make every effort to pair you with another solo traveler in order to waive the private single room rate.
Payment: A 25% non-refundable deposit plus any costs for optional extras is required to reserve this trip. Final payments 90 days before departure.