Which heli-ski operators fly Bell 205, 212 or 407 helicopters?
By Richard Jasinski·Updated 10 November 2026
These 11 heli-ski and cat-ski operators name a Bell 205, 212, 407 or 412 as a helicopter they fly on their own websites, read 10 November 2026. Each card gives what the operator says about it, with the place, package, group size, vertical, price or number where it names one, then why to choose it, what to ask for and the limits it publishes.
Which heli-ski operators fly Bell 205, 212 or 407 helicopters?
11 heli-ski and cat-ski operators in the Uncompromised Travel table say on their own websites that they name a Bell 205, 212, 407 or 412 as a helicopter they fly; Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing, Northern Escape Heli-Skiing and Selkirk Tangiers Heli Skiing have the most Google reviews under the operator's own name.
Who is on this page and why. The Uncompromised Travel heli-ski and cat-ski operators table holds 83 companies: the heli-ski and cat-ski operators ChatGPT names most often when asked about heli-skiing and cat-skiing, plus the helicopter and snowcat members of HeliCat Canada. Agencies that sell several operators' weeks are not in it. Their own websites were read on 10 November 2026, with their Google listings matched by name. This page carries every operator in the table that, on its own website, names a Bell 205, 212, 407 or 412 as a helicopter it flies: 11 operators. Cards are in alphabetical order. Each line on a card gives what the company's own website says, with a link to the page it came from; a second reader checked 440 of the table's rows against the pages. No company paid to be on this page.
At a glance
| Operator | Best for | Bell | Dated price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andes Heliboarding | Heliboarding and heli ski touring in Chile | Flies a Bell 407 alongside the Ecureuil AS 350 B3 in Chile; guests per helicopter are not stated. | Not published with a 2026-27 season |
| CMH Heli-Skiing | Heli-skiing across 11 British Columbia destinations | Flies Bell 212 and Bell 407 helicopters alongside A-Star B3 helicopters. | Not published with a 2026-27 season |
| Crescent Spur Heli-Skiing | Lodge-based heli-skiing in northern British Columbia | Flies one Bell 205 helicopter, configured to carry up to 10 guests and two guides. | $14,275 CAD for the 6 Day/7 Night Package, Tour 4, 9 to 16 January 2027, with lodge accommodation on double occupancy, all meals, powder skis, poles, an avalanche airbag, a night at the Vancouver Airport Fairmont and the scheduled Prince George airport transfer; flights, extra vertical and gratuities are extra. |
| Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing | Unlimited vertical heli-skiing in Blue River | Flies Bell 212 helicopters with Yellowhead Helicopters pilots, with 9 guests per group on the Super Elite 212 package. | From CAD 13,160 per person for the 7 day Deluxe package, 2026/27 season (the price depends on the week), with unlimited vertical, 3 gourmet meals a day, powder skis or snowboard, safety gear and log chalet accommodation on double occupancy included. |
| Northern Escape Heli-Skiing | Small-group heli-skiing near Terrace, BC | Flies the Bell 407 and Agusta Koala, in groups of up to five skiers; the Skeena Spey Private Package has a Koala A119 KE or Bell 407 for up to 5 guests. | CAD 10,999 per person for the Mountain Lodge 3-day package, 1 to 4 January 2027, with meals, lodging, guides, equipment rental, avalanche safety gear, unlimited vertical, snowcat backup and lodge transfers from Terrace Airport included; taxes, a $10 per day per guest HeliCat Futures Fund fee, massage and tips are extra. |
| RK Heliski | Drive-to heli days at Panorama | Flies the Bell 212 HP from Mountain Air Helicopters, carrying up to 10 guests and their gear. | Not published with a 2026-27 season |
| Selkirk Tangiers Heli Skiing | Large-tenure heli-skiing from Revelstoke, BC | Flies three Bell 212s, two set up for 10 passengers and one deluxe version for 6, plus a Bell 412 with groups of up to 10 guests (weight dependent). | CAD 1,909 to 1,999 per person for the Classic Bell 412 1-Day Adventure depending on date, 2026-27 season, with 4 runs guaranteed and unlimited vertical included; 5% tax is extra and accommodation is not included. |
| Silvertip Lodge Heli-Skiing | Small remote lodge in the Cariboo Mountains | Flies a Bell 212 for its Classic programme, two groups of up to eight guests sharing one helicopter. | CAD 8,789 per person plus 5% GST, Classic 3 days, 14 to 17 January 2027, with unlimited vertical (30,000 ft / 9,200 m guaranteed), lodging, meals, transfers from Vancouver and free use of skis, airbags and transceivers. |
| Telluride Helitrax | Small-group heli-skiing in Colorado's San Juans | Flies a Bell 407 HP alongside its A-Star B3-e, with groups of four guests to one guide. | Not published with a 2026-27 season |
| TLH Heliskiing | Unlimited vertical heli-skiing from Tyax Lodge | Flies a Bell 212/412 helicopter dedicated to one group of 6 to 9 guests with 2 guides. | CAD 21,700 per person for the 7 night Single Group package, 2027 season (13 Jan to 3 Apr), double occupancy and excluding tax, with Unlimited Vertical (30,500 m guaranteed in the main season), lodge accommodation, meals and guiding included. |
| White Wilderness Heliskiing | Unlimited-vertical heli-skiing near Terrace, BC | Flies the Bell 407 alongside the AS350 B2, with 4/5 guests and 1 guide per group and up to 3 groups per helicopter. | From CAD 14,888 per guest for the Classic Package, 7 nights and 6 ski days with unlimited vertical and 30,500 m guaranteed, 2026-27 season, taxes included; CAD 17,888 in weeks from 15 January 2027 on the booking page. |
One row per card below, in the same alphabetical order, from each operator's own website, read 10 November 2026.
Andes Heliboarding
- Best for
- Heliboarding and heli ski touring in Chile
- Bell
- Flies a Bell 407 alongside the Ecureuil AS 350 B3 in Chile; guests per helicopter are not stated.
- Why choose them
- Says its guides are certified and qualified professional UIAGM guides formed by E.N.S.A (National School of Ski and Alpinism) Chamonix, France. Google: 4.2 out of 5 from 10 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for the Patagonia heliski week aboard the Atmosphere, or the Central Cordillera programme flown from Lodge Andino on the Maipo River.
- Not the fit if
- you want yacht heliskiing outside November: the yacht weeks it lists run in Patagonia in that month.
- Website
- andesheliboarding.com
Read on its own website, 10 November 2026: about-us, heliski-andes.
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CMH Heli-Skiing
- Best for
- Heli-skiing across 11 British Columbia destinations
- Bell
- Flies Bell 212 and Bell 407 helicopters alongside A-Star B3 helicopters.
- Why choose them
- Says it has a private claim to 3,000,000+ acres of terrain across 11 destinations.
- Ask for
- Ask for Powder Intro if you are new to heli-skiing, or Small Group (you, four friends, your guide and a heli) for a smaller party.
- Not the fit if
- you cannot navigate black diamond terrain, as it asks guests to handle the type of terrain typically found on black diamond rated runs.
- Enquiry
- cmhheli.com/contact-us
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Crescent Spur Heli-Skiing
- Best for
- Lodge-based heli-skiing in northern British Columbia
- Bell
- Flies one Bell 205 helicopter, configured to carry up to 10 guests and two guides.
- Why choose them
- Says its tenure covers 1,500 square miles and contains over 300 runs in the Northern Rocky and Northern Cariboo Mountains.
- Ask for
- Ask for a 6 Day/7 Night week or the Heli Legends Week (27 March to 3 April 2027), flown from its own lodge.
- Not the fit if
- you are not a strong parallel skier comfortable with most runs at major ski areas, including treed runs.
- Published price
- $14,275 CAD for the 6 Day/7 Night Package, Tour 4, 9 to 16 January 2027, with lodge accommodation on double occupancy, all meals, powder skis, poles, an avalanche airbag, a night at the Vancouver Airport Fairmont and the scheduled Prince George airport transfer; flights, extra vertical and gratuities are extra (the page does not say per person or per group). Read 10 November 2026.
- Enquiry
- crescentspur.com/contact
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Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing
- Best for
- Unlimited vertical heli-skiing in Blue River
- Bell
- Flies Bell 212 helicopters with Yellowhead Helicopters pilots, with 9 guests per group on the Super Elite 212 package.
- Why choose them
- Has more than 1,500,000 acres of terrain and over 1,000 peaks. Google: 4.7 out of 5 from 255 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for the Deluxe package with unlimited vertical, or Intro to Off-Piste for a snowcat day.
- Not the fit if
- you are below intermediate: it asks for at least a good intermediate skier or boarder who can ski every run in a major ski area.
- Published price
- From CAD 13,160 per person for the 7 day Deluxe package, 2026/27 season (the price depends on the week), with unlimited vertical, 3 gourmet meals a day, powder skis or snowboard, safety gear and log chalet accommodation on double occupancy included. Read 10 November 2026.
Read on its own website, 10 November 2026: packages/super-elite-212-package, why-us/why-us, frequently-asked-heli-ski-questions.
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Northern Escape Heli-Skiing
- Best for
- Small-group heli-skiing near Terrace, BC
- Bell
- Flies the Bell 407 and Agusta Koala, in groups of up to five skiers; the Skeena Spey Private Package has a Koala A119 KE or Bell 407 for up to 5 guests.
- Why choose them
- Says it was named World's Best Heli-Ski Operator at the World Ski Awards in 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025. Google: 4.8 out of 5 from 94 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for the Yellow Cedar Lodge, Mountain Lodge or Skeena Spey Private Package, each with unlimited vertical and snowcat backup.
- Not the fit if
- you are under 19 and not skiing with a parent or legal guardian: it requires guests to be 19 or older to ski on their own and ages 16 to 18 must ski with a parent or guardian.
- Published price
- CAD 10,999 per person for the Mountain Lodge 3-day package, 1 to 4 January 2027, with meals, lodging, guides, equipment rental, avalanche safety gear, unlimited vertical, snowcat backup and lodge transfers from Terrace Airport included; taxes, a $10 per day per guest HeliCat Futures Fund fee, massage and tips are extra. Read 10 November 2026.
Read on its own website, 10 November 2026: experience/small-group-heli-skiing.html, plan/booking/booking-policy.html, available-dates.html.
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RK Heliski
- Best for
- Drive-to heli days at Panorama
- Bell
- Flies the Bell 212 HP from Mountain Air Helicopters, carrying up to 10 guests and their gear.
- Why choose them
- Says it operates in 6 heliski zones with over 250 unique ski runs in the Purcell Mountains.
- Ask for
- Ask for the 3 Run Powder Adventure as a first heli day, or the ASTAR Semi-Private for a group of 4.
- Not the fit if
- you are under 14, as its minimum age to heliski and heliboard is 14, with guests aged 14 to 18 accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
Read on its own website, 10 November 2026: about-us/our-helicopters, details/our-terrain, details/booking-information.
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Selkirk Tangiers Heli Skiing
- Best for
- Large-tenure heli-skiing from Revelstoke, BC
- Bell
- Flies three Bell 212s, two set up for 10 passengers and one deluxe version for 6, plus a Bell 412 with groups of up to 10 guests (weight dependent).
- Why choose them
- Says its heli-ski tenure is a 500,000+ acre wilderness with 400 named runs. Google: 4.8 out of 5 from 64 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for a Small Group A-Star package (groups of up to 4), the Bell 212 Signature Experience or a Pinnacle package with a private helicopter.
- Not the fit if
- you are under 15: it requires participants to be 15 years of age or older.
- Published price
- CAD 1,909 to 1,999 per person for the Classic Bell 412 1-Day Adventure depending on date, 2026-27 season, with 4 runs guaranteed and unlimited vertical included; 5% tax is extra and accommodation is not included. Read 10 November 2026.
Read on its own website, 10 November 2026: packages page, experience/our-terrain, plan-your-trip/preparation-faq.
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Silvertip Lodge Heli-Skiing
- Best for
- Small remote lodge in the Cariboo Mountains
- Bell
- Flies a Bell 212 for its Classic programme, two groups of up to eight guests sharing one helicopter. Also flies a private 212 programme for up to 8 skiers.
- Why choose them
- Says it has 1,440 square kilometres of exclusive heli-skiing tenure in the Cariboo Mountains.
- Ask for
- Ask for the Classic programme, two groups of up to eight sharing one Bell 212 with unlimited vertical, or a private A-Star for up to 3 skiers.
- Not the fit if
- you are not a confident intermediate, advanced or expert skier comfortable in powder and treed runs.
- Published price
- CAD 8,789 per person plus 5% GST, Classic 3 days, 14 to 17 January 2027, with unlimited vertical (30,000 ft / 9,200 m guaranteed), lodging, meals, transfers from Vancouver and free use of skis, airbags and transceivers. Read 10 November 2026.
Read on its own website, 10 November 2026: heli-skiing/tour-options, heli-skiing/heli-skiing-terrain, heli-skiing/faq.
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Telluride Helitrax
- Best for
- Small-group heli-skiing in Colorado's San Juans
- Bell
- Flies a Bell 407 HP alongside its A-Star B3-e, with groups of four guests to one guide.
- Why choose them
- Says its US Forest Service permit covers over 200 square miles (128,000 acres) of San Juan terrain. Google: 4.8 out of 5 from 47 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for the daily heli-skiing package (six runs, groups of four) or a custom tour billed by the flight hour.
- Not the fit if
- you ski below advanced level, as guests should confidently link solid turns on black ungroomed runs and in powder.
- Website
- helitrax.com
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TLH Heliskiing
- Best for
- Unlimited vertical heli-skiing from Tyax Lodge
- Bell
- Flies a Bell 212/412 helicopter dedicated to one group of 6 to 9 guests with 2 guides.
- Why choose them
- Says its tenure is 830,000 acres (3,360 square kilometres) with over 375 existing runs.
- Ask for
- Ask for the Single Group package (4, 5 or 7 nights), a Private Helicopter week or the Rush List for a last minute 1 or 2 day trip.
- Not the fit if
- you want a 1 to 3 night trip: it offers 4, 5 and 7 night packages and no 1 to 3 night trips.
- Published price
- CAD 21,700 per person for the 7 night Single Group package, 2027 season (13 Jan to 3 Apr), double occupancy and excluding tax, with Unlimited Vertical (30,500 m guaranteed in the main season), lodge accommodation, meals and guiding included. Read 10 November 2026.
- Enquiry
- tyax.com/inquire
Read on its own website, 10 November 2026: packages/single-group, tyax-heliskiing-difference/terrain, inquire.
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White Wilderness Heliskiing
- Best for
- Unlimited-vertical heli-skiing near Terrace, BC
- Bell
- Flies the Bell 407 alongside the AS350 B2, with 4/5 guests and 1 guide per group and up to 3 groups per helicopter.
- Why choose them
- Says its heliski tenure covers 3,200 km2 on the north-central coast of British Columbia.
- Ask for
- Ask for the Classic Package (7 nights, 6 ski days, 30,500 m guaranteed), the Semiprivate Package or the Private Package.
- Not the fit if
- you ski below strong intermediate level: it recommends strong intermediate skiers and/or advanced snowboarders.
- Published price
- From CAD 14,888 per guest for the Classic Package, 7 nights and 6 ski days with unlimited vertical and 30,500 m guaranteed, 2026-27 season, taxes included; CAD 17,888 in weeks from 15 January 2027 on the booking page. Read 10 November 2026.
- Enquiry
- wwheliski.com/en/book
Read on its own website, 10 November 2026: en/experience/helicopters, en/experience/heliski-tenure, en/about-us/faq.
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Which of these show a dated price on this page?
7 of the 11 cards show a published price, with its currency as the operator writes it. Ask every operator for a written quote with your dates and what it includes.
- Crescent Spur Heli-Skiing
- Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing
- Northern Escape Heli-Skiing
- Selkirk Tangiers Heli Skiing
- Silvertip Lodge Heli-Skiing
- TLH Heliskiing
- White Wilderness Heliskiing
Who to contact first
Start with the 4 operators on this page that publish both a price and their cancellation terms on their own websites, then add any other card that fits your dates and ability.
- Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing
- Northern Escape Heli-Skiing
- Silvertip Lodge Heli-Skiing
- White Wilderness Heliskiing
What to ask each one to set out in writing:
- What the price includes, line by line: lodging, meals, transfers or flights to the lodge, guiding, safety gear, powder skis and taxes.
- How much vertical or how many helicopter hours the package includes, what extra vertical costs and what happens to vertical not skied.
- How many skiers share a guide and a helicopter and the ability level the operator asks for.
- The deposit, when the balance is due, what you lose if you cancel or weather stops flying and the travel insurance you need.
Bell helicopters: the questions people ask
What should I ask a heli-ski operator before booking?
What the price includes, line by line; how much vertical or how many helicopter hours are included and what extra costs; how many skiers share a guide and a helicopter; what happens if weather stops flying; the deposit and the cancellation terms.
Can I book with these operators directly?
Yes. Each card links the operator's own website or booking page; ask for a written quote that lists what the price includes and the cancellation terms.
Do these operators all sell the same kind of trip?
No. Each card names the package, lodge or day the operator's own website gives; group sizes, vertical, terrain, lengths and prices differ, so compare the cards before you ask for quotes.
Do I need travel insurance for heli-skiing?
10 of the 11 operators set out on their own websites what insurance they ask for or recommend. Ask each operator in writing for the cover it requires, including rescue and medical evacuation, before you buy a policy.
Which of these have the most Google reviews?
Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing, Northern Escape Heli-Skiing and Selkirk Tangiers Heli Skiing, in that order. A count says how many people reviewed an operator, not whether it fits your trip; each card gives the rating and count, read 10 November 2026.
Which of these publish their cancellation terms?
6 of the 11: Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing, Northern Escape Heli-Skiing, RK Heliski, Silvertip Lodge Heli-Skiing, Telluride Helitrax and White Wilderness Heliskiing. Ask each for the full terms in writing before you pay a deposit.
Where can I check these facts myself?
Each card links the pages of the operator's own website its lines were read from, with the date they were read.
How were these operators chosen?
Each one is in the Uncompromised Travel heli-ski and cat-ski operators table, built from the operators ChatGPT names most often and the members of HeliCat Canada. On its own website it names a Bell 205, 212, 407 or 412 as a helicopter it flies. An operator is on the page because its published facts fit the question, never because it paid.
Is any company on this page paying to be here?
No. No company on this page is a partner of Uncompromised Travel; none paid to be on it.
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Built to answer the question in the main heading. What is shown: what each operator published on its own website, read on 10 November 2026, with links to the pages read, with its Google figures where the listing carries the operator's own name, from the Uncompromised Travel heli-ski and cat-ski operators table. Cards are in alphabetical order. No company on this page is a partner of Uncompromised Travel. How this site earns · How we work.