When the mountains beckon with a fresh cap of pristine snow, the lure of the peaks and valley trails becomes even stronger. Somehow, the fact that the terrain seems so inaccessible and so untouched by man makes it even more alluring—at least to those who’d like to go where most people can’t. Luckily, helicopters are the perfect means to heed the call.
Whether you are into heli-cross country skiing or gourmet picnics on a glacier, experienced helicopter operators are hovering by to whisk you up. Tours are made to fit any person whether they are interested in heli-sking, heli-hiking, or even heli-weddings and heli-yoga.
Icefield Helicopter Tours specializes in intimate, small-group trips over the stunning glaciers of the Icefield Parkway. They operate from April to October from a weather-protected base on the beautiful David Thompson Highway, in the rain shadow of the Columbia Icefield. Reservations can be made with Icefield Helicopter Tours at 1-888-844-3514, or visit their website at www.icefieldheli.com.
In Jasper and Hinton, High Country Helicopter Tours allows you to view Jasper National Park from the comfort of a jet-powered helicopter. They operate year round, offering packages that range from short introductory flights along the Athabasca River to the famous Sand Dunes, to magnificent trips to Maligne Lake and Mount Robson. The Peaks & Passes tour is their most popular trip. Reservations can be made with High Country Helicopter Tours at 1-877-777-4354, or visit their website at www.hcheli.com.
With something as weather-dependent and space-limited as helicopter touring, booking in advance is a must. So, start planning now, and get ready for your high adventure!
