ADVENTURE GUIDE

KINGFISHER HELI-SKIING

British Columbia is widely known as having some of the world’s best heli skiing, and for good reason. This sought-after region, known for consistent snowfall and light, low-density powder, offers a vast diversity of terrain, from open alpine bowls to steep chutes and perfectly spaced old-growth forests. With more than 300,000 acres of expansive terrain, our tenure lies in the midst of the Central Monashees and the awe-inspiring Valhalla Mountains. This sought-after region, known for consistent snowfall and light, lowdensity powder, offers a vast diversity of terrain, from open alpine bowls to steep chutes and perfectly spaced old-growth forests.

Our guides are experts in the industry. They undergo extensive and ongoing training to make sure that you and your group have fun and stay safe while experiencing the beauty that British Columbia has to offer. Our expert guides are trained to surpass all safety expectations and have the ability to cater each ski experience to your unique group.

With a mixture of alpine, treeline, and old-growth tree skiing at our disposal, we have the options and the flexibility to create the ultimate ski experience, tailored to your group’s skill level, energy level, and preferred terrain. Additionally, we intentionally keep our group sizes small which allows us to emphasize personalization and safety, providing a unique and unforgettable heli-ski experience in a small-group setting.

Activity Duration: TBD by weather conditions, guests, and the guiding team. Travel Time: TBD based on guides recommendations.

THE DETAILS

• Average run vertical – 2000’ with the longest vertical drop runs at 4500’

• Average flight time per day – 2 hours • Mixed snow conditions – Powder • High point – Mt Niord in the Valhallas at 9000ft

• Skis and poles available from Kingfisher • All avalanche safety equipment is included

A NOTE FROM

YOUR SKI GUIDE

Kingfisher encompasses some of the best terrain in BC, including the Monashees which are famous for old growth tree skiing, and the Valhallas which have those classic big alpine descents. And the snow? Well, we get an absolute ton of it. Our prime location in the middle of the snow belt provides an unrivaled blend of quality and quantity—think cold smoke powder by the droves. Since its inception, our guides have always focused on keeping the experience topnotch, maintaining a small operation to ensure we’re delivering customized days with painstaking attention to detail. Whether it’s high alpine runs or rolling treeline runs with never-ending pillows, Kingfisher delivers on variety, and still has extensive terrain that has yet to be named from first descents by guests like you!

MATT DEVLIN

DIRECTOR OF SKI OPERATIONS

DOWN-DAY ACTIVITIES

While Heli-Skiing is included in your stay and is the focus of your trip, occassionally, the weather doesn’t allow us to fly. In such situations, we have a list of down-day activities to choose from. Please connect with the Experience Team to book an activity for your group.

BACKCOUTRY SKIING

Earn your turns and discover the amazing powder and diverse terrain of the surrounding mountains in British Columbia. Whether this is your first ski touring experience or you’re a seasoned expert, let our guides show you the best routes and share their intimate knowledge of the British Columbia backcountry. This activity can be practiced with ski touring equipment or a split board Activity Duration: half-day/full-day. Travel Time: Dependent on conditions and the chosen route. This activity is available for an additional cost. Equipment rentals are an additional cost.

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING

Get a in great workout while enjoying scenic views of the surrounding peaks. The nearby Wensley Creek Trails, maintained by the Arrow Lakes Cross Country Ski Club feature approximately 7.4 km of trails in cooperation with Recreation Sites and Trails BC. The local resort, Summit Lake Ski Hill, also offers a cross country loop. Activity Duration: Half day. Travel Time: 25-40 minutes. This activity is available for an additional cost.

DOG SLEDDING

Dog sledding on the snowy trails of British Columbia is an adventure not to be missed. The guides will share with you their love for dogs, local history, dogsledding knowledge, environmental insight and a wide variety of other topics. Activity Duration: 3-4 hours. Travel Time: Approximately 1.25 hours. This activity is available for an additional cost.

SNOWMOBILING

With a wide selection of snowmobiling trails available, from forest service roads that run up the valley to groomed trails, the terrain in the surrounding areas of the resort would excite any sledder. Activity Duration: 3-5 hours. Travel Time: Approximately 1.25 hours. This activity is available for an additional cost.

FISHING ON ARROW LAKE

Whether it’s kokanee salmon, bull trout (Dolly Varden) and Gerrard rainbow trout, or one of the other mighty fish that inhabit the Arrow Lakes and surrounding waters, Halcyon presents plenty of opportunities for incredible fishing. You can simply head to our beach and throw in your line or book a day tour with our experienced local licensed fishing guide. Activity Duration: half-day or full-day. Travel Time: 0 minutes. This activity is available for an additional cost if a guide or gear is requested.

ICE FISHING ON SUMMIT LAKE

For those looking to catch their dinner or just have some winter fun, head to Summit Lake Provincial Park and venture out onto the frozen ice to try and catch a big one. Please make sure the ice is well frozen before going out, and according to provincial regulations, you’ll need a fishing permit before heading out. Activity Duration: half-day or full-day. Travel Time: Approximately 30 minutes. This activity is available for an additional cost if a guide or gear is requested.

DISTILLERY OR WINE TOUR

Looking to sip and savor your way around the Kootenay Rockies? Whether you’d like to stay nearby and enjoy a wine tasting at the nearby family-owned Valley of the Springs Winery or venture further to explore the hip distilleries of Revelstoke, we’ll create the perfect laid-back day for your group to enjoy. Activity Duration: half-day or full-day. Travel Time: Approximately 30 minutes - 1.5 hours. This activity is available for an additional cost.

AXE THROWING

Try your hand at axe throwing for a thrilling and exciting experience located in Revelstoke. Activity Duration: 1-2 hours. Travel Time: 1.25 hours. This activity is available for an additional cost.