How much vertical do you ski in a day of heli-skiing?

By Richard Jasinski·Updated 10 November 2026

These 29 heli-ski and cat-ski operators give a typical daily vertical or number of runs 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.

How much vertical do you ski in a day of heli-skiing?

29 heli-ski and cat-ski operators in the Uncompromised Travel table say on their own websites that they give a typical daily vertical or number of runs; Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing, Hokkaido Backcountry Club and Northern Escape 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, gives a typical daily vertical or number of runs: 29 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	Per day	Dated price
Adrenaline Heliski	Private heli-ski days in the Swiss Valais	Includes 2,000 metres of vertical on a standard private Verbier day, with extra 2,000-metre flights on offer when conditions allow; the Pigne d'Arolla and Rosablanche days give around 4,000 metres.	Not published with a 2026-27 season
Alaska Heliskiing	Lodge-based heli-skiing in Alaska's Chilkat Range	Tries to get at least 5 runs each day, with runs from 2000ft to 5000ft depending on stability and snow quality.	Not published with a 2026-27 season
Alaska Powder Descents	Heli-skiing day trips and weeks from Juneau	Gives 8 runs on a full day of heli-skiing (5 guaranteed) and 4 on a half day (3 guaranteed).	$8,350 for the standard weeklong package, 2027 rate, double occupancy: 7 days and 7 nights with 22 heli runs (18 guaranteed), accommodation, local transport and safety gear included.
Alaska Snowboard Guides	Week-long heli skiing and boarding in Valdez	Gives about 30 to 35 thousand feet of vertical in an average heli day out of Thompson Pass; its packages give about 24 runs over the week.	Not published with a 2026-27 season
Arctic Heli Skiing	Heli-skiing in Iceland and East Greenland	Averages 8 to 12 runs a day on the Troll Peninsula, with runs of 800 to 1200 metres.	Not published with a 2026-27 season
Bella Coola Heli Sports	Heli-skiing from lodges, ranch or catamaran	Says daily runs average between 6 and 12, from 1,000-foot tree runs to 5,000-foot alpine descents.	Unlimited Vertical at Eagle Lodge, 4 nights in Deep Descents (16 Jan to 4 Feb 2027): $10,500 in the 2027 pricing guide (CAD, excluding tax; the guide does not say per person or per group).
Chugach Powder Guides	Heli and cat skiing from Girdwood, Alaska	Includes 16,000 to 18,000 vertical feet or 8 runs in a day on its Day Skiing trip from Girdwood, Alaska.	Not published with a 2026-27 season
Crescent Spur Heli-Skiing	Lodge-based heli-skiing in northern British Columbia	Typically gets in 8 to 12 runs a day, with fewer in early winter and more in spring; no daily vertical figure is given.	$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.
Eagle Pass Heliski	Groups of four from a Revelstoke lodge	Skis 9 to 11+ runs a day on its unlimited-vertical Lodge and Private packages from Revelstoke, with a guaranteed minimum of 3,000 metres a day; Day Heli takes up to 8 runs a day, 6 of them guaranteed.	CAD 7,485 per person plus taxes, 3 days, Deep December 2026-27 (1 December to 3 January), lodge package with unlimited vertical (9 to 11+ runs a day) and a 3,000 metre a day guarantee.
Eleven Experience	Lodge-based heli-skiing in Canada, Iceland and Alps	Averages 8 to 10 runs a day at Rio Palena Lodge in Chile, on runs of 3,000 to 4,000 vertical feet.	Not published with a 2026-27 season
High Mountain Heli-Skiing	Single-day heli-skiing from Jackson Hole	Gives average vertical of 15,000 feet per ski day; its single day includes six guided runs, with extra runs when time and conditions allow.	USD 1,990 per person for one day on standard dates (USD 2,099 on peak dates), winter 2027, with six guided runs, a safety briefing and lunch; lodging and transfers not included.
Hokkaido Backcountry Club	Heli and cat skiing around Niseko, Japan	Expects over 3,000 metres of vertical on a full 6 run heli day on Shiribetsu-Dake, with runs averaging 650 metres.	Not published with a 2026-27 season
Last Frontier Heliskiing	Four-guest groups in Northern British Columbia	Logs anywhere from 8 to 15 runs a day and says guests clock over 4,500 vertical metres a day, within a range of 3,000 to 16,000 vertical metres.	CAD 13,220 per person plus 5% GST, 4 days, 12 to 16 March 2027, Bell 2 Lodge, double occupancy, with 17,500 vertical metres guaranteed, meals, guides, powder skis and avalanche safety gear included.
Majestic Heli Ski	All-inclusive heli-skiing in Alaska's Chugach	Says guests typically ski 6 to 12 runs a day, occasionally up to 15, depending on fitness and weather.	$16,800 per person for the Seven Day package (Saturday to Saturday, 2027 season): unlimited vertical with 70,000 ft guaranteed, lodging, meals, guides and safety equipment included.
Methven Heliski	Day heli-skiing in the Arrowsmith Range	Includes 5 runs a day on its standard package, averaging 750 to 1,000 vertical metre drops.	Not published with a 2026-27 season
Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing	Unlimited vertical heli-skiing in Blue River	Typically skis 8 to 15 runs, approximately 15,000 to 25,000 vertical feet, each day.	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.
Mount Cook Heliski	Day heli-skiing at Aoraki Mount Cook	Runs a standard heli-ski day of 5 big descents, with runs averaging 800 vertical metres and extra runs available as an upgrade.	Not published with a 2026-27 season
Niehku Mountain Villa	Heli-skiing from a boutique villa, Swedish Lapland	Skis eight to twelve runs on a typical day, sometimes more, depending on snow and weather.	From 81,500 SEK per person for a 3 day (Thursday to Sunday) Semi-private heli-ski with 3 hours of helicopter time per group, starting rate for the 11 March to 20 May 2027 season.
North Cascade Heli	Small-group heli-skiing in the North Cascades	Guarantees eight runs a day, which it says typically means at least 14,000 vertical feet, with runs averaging 2,000 feet.	Not published with a 2026-27 season
Northern Escape Heli-Skiing	Small-group heli-skiing near Terrace, BC	Averages 8 to 15 runs a day and gives an average of 6,900 vertical metres (22,600 vertical feet) a day from January to March.	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.
Points North Heli-Adventures	Week-long heli-skiing from Cordova, Alaska	Says guests average 6 to 11 runs a day, at about 1.34 heli-hours a day, on its Heli-Ski Week.	Not published with a 2026-27 season
Powder Mountain Cat and Heli Skiing	Day heli and cat skiing from Whistler	Guarantees 6 heli runs with unlimited vertical; heli groups average 6 to 10 runs, depending on ability.	CAD$2,050 + GST per person for a public heli-ski day, 2026/27 season: 6 guaranteed runs, unlimited vertical, guiding, avalanche gear, lunch and return transport from Whistler Village.
Powderbird	Utah heli-skiing from Little Cottonwood Canyon	Gives 6 runs and 7 flights on each individual-seat day in the Wasatch Mountains.	US$1,499 to US$1,955 per person for an Individual Seat day with 6 runs in a group of 4 with 1 guide, Early Bird rate for the 2026-27 season, with breakfast and lunch at the heliport, K2 ski demos and Mammut avalanche safety gear included.
RK Heliski	Drive-to heli days at Panorama	Sells days by runs, not vertical: 3 or 5 runs on its Powder Adventures and 9 to 12 runs on average (1.5 hours of flight time) on its Private Platinum packages.	Not published with a 2026-27 season
Ski The Tasman	Intermediate heli-skiing on the Tasman Glacier	Skis two runs a day on the Tasman Glacier, each with 1,000+ metres of vertical and an average length of about 8 km.	Not published with a 2026-27 season
Stellar Heliskiing	Small-group heli-skiing from Kaslo, BC	Aims for 10 runs a day on its multi day trips from Kaslo, with 4,600 to 6,700 metres of vertical a day expected; single day trips ski 6 runs.	$1,899 CAD per person for a Single Day Heli with 6 runs (guaranteed minimum of five) in early and late season 2026/27, with safety equipment, lunch and emergency medical insurance included; $2,250 in peak season (21 January to 11 March).
Summit Heliskiing	Heli-skiing in Iceland's Troll Peninsula	Includes approximately 15,000 vertical feet a day in Iceland, about 8 runs and about 1 hour of flight.	From €11,220 per person for the 6 day Icelandic Heliskiing Package, 2027 season, with lodge accommodation on double occupancy, all meals, skis, avalanche safety equipment, a guide and the Akureyri airport shuttle included.
Telluride Helitrax	Small-group heli-skiing in Colorado's San Juans	Provides six runs of guided heli-skiing a day, averaging 10,000 to 14,000 vertical feet.	Not published with a 2026-27 season
TLH Heliskiing	Unlimited vertical heli-skiing from Tyax Lodge	Skis at least 10 runs on a typical full day and as many as 25, averaging 7,000 m a day, from 3,000 m on a weather day to 13,000 m on a sunny day.	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.

One row per card below, in the same alphabetical order, from each operator's own website, read 10 November 2026.

Adrenaline Heliski

Best for: Private heli-ski days in the Swiss Valais
Per day: Includes 2,000 metres of vertical on a standard private Verbier day, with extra 2,000-metre flights on offer when conditions allow; the Pigne d'Arolla and Rosablanche days give around 4,000 metres.
Why choose them: Includes 2,000 m of vertical and an IFMGA mountain guide in its private Verbier day.
Ask for: Ask for the Unlimited day, which includes 150 minutes of helicopter flying, or the Arolla package of 3 days with 6,000 m of vertical.
Not the fit if: you lack solid off-piste experience, as it says heli-skiing is for skiers and snowboarders with solid off-piste experience.
Enquiry: heliskiing-switzerland.com/en/verbier/private.html

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Alaska Heliskiing

Best for: Lodge-based heli-skiing in Alaska's Chilkat Range
Per day: Tries to get at least 5 runs each day, with runs from 2000ft to 5000ft depending on stability and snow quality.
Why choose them: Says its heli-skiing covers 300,000 acres of terrain in the Chilkat Range near Haines, Alaska. Google: 4.6 out of 5 from 27 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
Ask for: Ask for a package at Powdah Mountain Ski Lodge or for the private heli-skiing and heli-assisted touring it lists as available on request.
Not the fit if: you may need to cancel late: deposits are 75% refundable with 90 day cancellation notice and there are no refunds if you have not cancelled 90 days before the trip.
Enquiry: alaskaheliskiing.com/reservations

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Alaska Powder Descents

Best for: Heli-skiing day trips and weeks from Juneau
Per day: Gives 8 runs on a full day of heli-skiing (5 guaranteed) and 4 on a half day (3 guaranteed).
Why choose them: Says its partnership with the US Forest Service gives it exclusive access to over 1 million acres of Alaskan ski terrain. Google: 5.0 out of 5 from 8 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
Ask for: Ask for the standard weeklong package (22 heli runs, 18 guaranteed) or a half day of 4 runs at $950 (2027).
Not the fit if: you are under 18 and travelling without a parent or guardian, as participants must be 18 or older unless accompanied.
Published price: $8,350 for the standard weeklong package, 2027 rate, double occupancy: 7 days and 7 nights with 22 heli runs (18 guaranteed), accommodation, local transport and safety gear included (the page does not say per person or per group). Read 10 November 2026 (currency not named on the page).
Website: alaskapowder.com

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Alaska Snowboard Guides

Best for: Week-long heli skiing and boarding in Valdez
Per day: Gives about 30 to 35 thousand feet of vertical in an average heli day out of Thompson Pass; its packages give about 24 runs over the week.
Why choose them: Says it has two and a half thousand square miles of terrain.
Ask for: Ask for the Classic or Inclusive seven-day package, which includes four hours of personal flight time (about 24 runs) and the current week schedule.
Not the fit if: you need a short trip, as the minimum stay for its heli packages is seven days.
Enquiry: alaskasnowboardguides.com/book.html

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Arctic Heli Skiing

Best for: Heli-skiing in Iceland and East Greenland
Per day: Averages 8 to 12 runs a day on the Troll Peninsula, with runs of 800 to 1200 metres.
Why choose them: Says its terrain covers more than 6000 square kilometres (1500 square miles) of Arctic mountains.
Ask for: Ask for the Classic programme (up to three groups of four sharing a helicopter) or the Premium programme (two groups of four per helicopter), based at Klængshóll Lodge on the Troll Peninsula.
Not the fit if: you are not a fit intermediate skier able to ski under control in off-piste terrain.
Enquiry: arcticheliskiing.com/en/plan-your-trip

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Bella Coola Heli Sports

Best for: Heli-skiing from lodges, ranch or catamaran
Per day: Says daily runs average between 6 and 12, from 1,000-foot tree runs to 5,000-foot alpine descents.
Why choose them: Says its terrain spans 3.55 million acres (14,000 square km) with more than 1100 named runs. Google: 4.2 out of 5 from 19 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
Ask for: Ask for the Unlimited Vertical package at Eagle Lodge or a Private Helicopter & Lodge booking on the MV Cascadia catamaran.
Not the fit if: you are below strong intermediate, as the Unlimited Vertical package is designed for strong intermediate to expert skiers and snowboarders.
Published price: Unlimited Vertical at Eagle Lodge, 4 nights in Deep Descents (16 Jan to 4 Feb 2027): $10,500 in the 2027 pricing guide (CAD, excluding tax; the guide does not say per person or per group). Read 10 November 2026.
Enquiry: bellacoolaheliskiing.com/availability

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Chugach Powder Guides

Best for: Heli and cat skiing from Girdwood, Alaska
Per day: Includes 16,000 to 18,000 vertical feet or 8 runs in a day on its Day Skiing trip from Girdwood, Alaska.
Why choose them: Flies 4 helicopters, all of them the Eurocopter AS350 A-Star B3. Google: 4.9 out of 5 from 28 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
Ask for: Ask for the 4-Day Semi Private Package (4 hours of flight time per group, lodging at Hotel Alyeska) or Day Skiing with 8 runs.
Not the fit if: you need flexible cancellation, as all trip deposits and payments are non-refundable.
Enquiry: chugachpowderguides.com/booking

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Crescent Spur Heli-Skiing

Best for: Lodge-based heli-skiing in northern British Columbia
Per day: Typically gets in 8 to 12 runs a day, with fewer in early winter and more in spring; no daily vertical figure is given.
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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Eagle Pass Heliski

Best for: Groups of four from a Revelstoke lodge
Per day: Skis 9 to 11+ runs a day on its unlimited-vertical Lodge and Private packages from Revelstoke, with a guaranteed minimum of 3,000 metres a day; Day Heli takes up to 8 runs a day, 6 of them guaranteed.
Why choose them: Says its exclusive tenure in the Monashee Mountains covers almost 390,000 acres, with 246 named runs. Google: 4.7 out of 5 from 41 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
Ask for: Ask for the All-Inclusive Lodge Package with unlimited vertical, or the Unlimited Private Program with a single private helicopter.
Not the fit if: you ski below advanced level or have no previous heli, cat or backcountry experience, as it requires both.
Published price: CAD 7,485 per person plus taxes, 3 days, Deep December 2026-27 (1 December to 3 January), lodge package with unlimited vertical (9 to 11+ runs a day) and a 3,000 metre a day guarantee. Read 10 November 2026.
Enquiry: eaglepassheli.com/packages/multi-day

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Eleven Experience

Best for: Lodge-based heli-skiing in Canada, Iceland and Alps
Per day: Averages 8 to 10 runs a day at Rio Palena Lodge in Chile, on runs of 3,000 to 4,000 vertical feet.
Why choose them: Says its Revelstoke heli-skiing covers 300,000 acres of exclusive terrain with over 600 heli pick-up and landing sites and 200 named ski runs.
Ask for: Ask which Revelstoke format fits your group (Day Skiing, Semi-Private or Private Heli) or whether Deplar Farm's 2027 heli-ski dates suit you.
Not the fit if: you want cash back for unflown time: flight time credits have no cash value and can only go towards a later Revelstoke heli-skiing booking.
Enquiry: elevenexperience.com/lodge-destinations/canada/eleven-revels

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High Mountain Heli-Skiing

Best for: Single-day heli-skiing from Jackson Hole
Per day: Gives average vertical of 15,000 feet per ski day; its single day includes six guided runs, with extra runs when time and conditions allow.
Why choose them: Says it has 350,000 acres of tenure across 4 mountain ranges beyond Jackson Hole.
Ask for: Ask for the three-day package at USD 5,700 (2027) per person, or the Private A-Star for your own group.
Not the fit if: you have not skied powder before, as it says a first heli day should not be a first introduction to powder.
Published price: USD 1,990 per person for one day on standard dates (USD 2,099 on peak dates), winter 2027, with six guided runs, a safety briefing and lunch; lodging and transfers not included. Read 10 November 2026.
Enquiry: heliskijackson.com/contact

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Hokkaido Backcountry Club

Best for: Heli and cat skiing around Niseko, Japan
Per day: Expects over 3,000 metres of vertical on a full 6 run heli day on Shiribetsu-Dake, with runs averaging 650 metres.
Why choose them: Runs a six-run heli day on Shiribetsu-Dake (1,107 m) with runs averaging 650 metres. Google: 4.8 out of 5 from 102 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
Ask for: Ask for the 6 Run Big Mountain Heli day or Shimamaki Snowcats and send the short powder video it asks for.
Not the fit if: you are a first-timer or beginner, as it says it offers no tours at that level and its heli day is advanced to expert only.
Enquiry: hokkaidobackcountryclub.com/en/contact-us

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Last Frontier Heliskiing

Best for: Four-guest groups in Northern British Columbia
Per day: Logs anywhere from 8 to 15 runs a day and says guests clock over 4,500 vertical metres a day, within a range of 3,000 to 16,000 vertical metres.
Why choose them: Says its 10,100 square kilometre tenure in Northern BC is the largest single heli skiing area in the world, with over 1,000 named runs. Google (whole company): 4.9 out of 5 from 55 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
Ask for: Ask for a 4, 5 or 7-day tour at Bell 2 Lodge or Ripley Creek, or the Single Group Private for 4 guests.
Not the fit if: you are not at least a strong intermediate skier or snowboarder comfortable on black diamond runs, as it says heli-skiing is not for novices.
Published price: CAD 13,220 per person plus 5% GST, 4 days, 12 to 16 March 2027, Bell 2 Lodge, double occupancy, with 17,500 vertical metres guaranteed, meals, guides, powder skis and avalanche safety gear included. Read 10 November 2026.
Enquiry: lastfrontierheli.com/who-we-are

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Majestic Heli Ski

Best for: All-inclusive heli-skiing in Alaska's Chugach
Per day: Says guests typically ski 6 to 12 runs a day, occasionally up to 15, depending on fitness and weather.
Why choose them: Says it accesses over 2 million acres of terrain in the Chugach and Talkeetna Mountains of Alaska.
Ask for: Ask for the Seven, Four or Three Day package with guaranteed vertical, a One Day trip or a Private package.
Not the fit if: you have never skied powder: it strongly encourages some prior powder experience and caters to skiers who are strong intermediate or better.
Published price: $16,800 per person for the Seven Day package (Saturday to Saturday, 2027 season): unlimited vertical with 70,000 ft guaranteed, lodging, meals, guides and safety equipment included. Read 10 November 2026 (currency not named on the page).
Website: majesticheliski.com

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Methven Heliski

Best for: Day heli-skiing in the Arrowsmith Range
Per day: Includes 5 runs a day on its standard package, averaging 750 to 1,000 vertical metre drops.
Why choose them: Lists a biggest drop of 1,200 vertical metres and a longest run, Reischek Glacier, of 3 km over a 1,100 metre descent. Google: 4.8 out of 5 from 25 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
Ask for: Ask for the 5-run heliski day (at least 3000 vertical metres guaranteed) or a private charter with exclusive use of the helicopter.
Not the fit if: you ski below strong-intermediate level, as it says heliskiing suits "Heli 2" level or better skiers and boarders.
Enquiry: methvenheli.co.nz/book

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Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing

Best for: Unlimited vertical heli-skiing in Blue River
Per day: Typically skis 8 to 15 runs, approximately 15,000 to 25,000 vertical feet, each day.
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.
Enquiry: wiegele.com/plan-your-trip/booking-cancellation-info

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Mount Cook Heliski

Best for: Day heli-skiing at Aoraki Mount Cook
Per day: Runs a standard heli-ski day of 5 big descents, with runs averaging 800 vertical metres and extra runs available as an upgrade.
Why choose them: Says it has the single largest heli-ski block in New Zealand, with six mountain ranges and over 200 named runs.
Ask for: Ask for the 5-Run Heliski Day, extra runs at NZ$165 (no season given) per person per run or a private charter.
Not the fit if: you want to ski outside July to September: it flies every fine weather day from July to September.
Enquiry: mtcookheliski.co.nz/private-charter-heliski-booking-form

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Niehku Mountain Villa

Best for: Heli-skiing from a boutique villa, Swedish Lapland
Per day: Skis eight to twelve runs on a typical day, sometimes more, depending on snow and weather.
Why choose them: Says its heli-skiing area has over 5,000 square kilometres of ski terrain and more than 60 mountain peaks. Google (whole company): 4.7 out of 5 from 130 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
Ask for: Ask for the Semi-private programme (3, 4 or 7 days) or a Private heli-ski for one group of up to 4.
Not the fit if: you want to ski before 11 March or after 20 May, as its heli-skiing season runs 11 March to 20 May 2027.
Published price: From 81,500 SEK per person for a 3 day (Thursday to Sunday) Semi-private heli-ski with 3 hours of helicopter time per group, starting rate for the 11 March to 20 May 2027 season. Read 10 November 2026.
Enquiry: niehku.com/en/contact

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North Cascade Heli

Best for: Small-group heli-skiing in the North Cascades
Per day: Guarantees eight runs a day, which it says typically means at least 14,000 vertical feet, with runs averaging 2,000 feet.
Why choose them: Operates within a 300,000-acre permit area on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.
Ask for: Ask for the 1 Day heli-skiing trip with 8 runs guaranteed, or an exclusive charter for 2 or 3 groups.
Not the fit if: you ski below a confident intermediate level: it says confident intermediate to expert ability is required.
Enquiry: heli-ski.com/contact

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Northern Escape Heli-Skiing

Best for: Small-group heli-skiing near Terrace, BC
Per day: Averages 8 to 15 runs a day and gives an average of 6,900 vertical metres (22,600 vertical feet) a day from January to March.
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.
Enquiry: neheliskiing.com/contact.html

Read on its own website, 10 November 2026: packages/overview.html, experience/small-group-heli-skiing.html, plan/booking/booking-policy.html.

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Points North Heli-Adventures

Best for: Week-long heli-skiing from Cordova, Alaska
Per day: Says guests average 6 to 11 runs a day, at about 1.34 heli-hours a day, on its Heli-Ski Week.
Why choose them: Flies from the 37-room Orca Adventure Lodge, which sits immediately beside the helicopter landing pad. Google: 4.8 out of 5 from 36 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
Ask for: Ask for the 7-night Heli-Ski Week with 4 heli-hours or the Private A-Star Helicopter programme.
Not the fit if: you want a day trip: it says it does not offer walk in day trips.
Enquiry: alaskaheliski.com/contact

Read on its own website, 10 November 2026: heli-ski-week, orca-lodge, faq.

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Powder Mountain Cat and Heli Skiing

Best for: Day heli and cat skiing from Whistler
Per day: Guarantees 6 heli runs with unlimited vertical; heli groups average 6 to 10 runs, depending on ability.
Why choose them: Lists 247,000 acres of heli terrain, accessed in partnership with Black Tusk Aviation.
Ask for: Ask for a public heli day (4 guests plus 1 guide, 6 guaranteed runs) or a public cat day with unlimited vertical.
Not the fit if: you are under 12, or aged 12 to 18 without a parent or guardian skiing with you.
Published price: CAD$2,050 + GST per person for a public heli-ski day, 2026/27 season: 6 guaranteed runs, unlimited vertical, guiding, avalanche gear, lunch and return transport from Whistler Village. Read 10 November 2026.
Enquiry: powdermountaincatskiing.com/contact

Read on its own website, 10 November 2026: compare-whistler-heliskiing-catskiing-tours, whistler-heli-skiing, faqs.

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Powderbird

Best for: Utah heli-skiing from Little Cottonwood Canyon
Per day: Gives 6 runs and 7 flights on each individual-seat day in the Wasatch Mountains.
Why choose them: Was founded in 1973 as one of the world's first helicopter skiing operators, it says. Google: 4.6 out of 5 from 87 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
Ask for: Ask for the Individual Seat day (6 runs, group of 4 with 1 guide) or the Silver or Gold package with lodging at The Cliff Lodge.
Not the fit if: you have not skied powder, as it says guests should be comfortable skiing black to double black diamonds and have experience skiing powder.
Published price: US$1,499 to US$1,955 per person for an Individual Seat day with 6 runs in a group of 4 with 1 guide, Early Bird rate for the 2026-27 season, with breakfast and lunch at the heliport, K2 ski demos and Mammut avalanche safety gear included. Read 10 November 2026.
Enquiry: snowbird.com/guiding-lessons/powderbird-helicopter-skiing/th

Read on its own website, 10 November 2026: guiding-lessons/powderbird-helicopter-skiing/uta, guiding-lessons/powderbird-helicopter-skiing/the.

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RK Heliski

Best for: Drive-to heli days at Panorama
Per day: Sells days by runs, not vertical: 3 or 5 runs on its Powder Adventures and 9 to 12 runs on average (1.5 hours of flight time) on its Private Platinum packages.
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.
Enquiry: rkheliski.com/request-availability

Read on its own website, 10 November 2026: packages/astar-private-platinum, details/our-terrain, details/booking-information.

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Ski The Tasman

Best for: Intermediate heli-skiing on the Tasman Glacier
Per day: Skis two runs a day on the Tasman Glacier, each with 1,000+ metres of vertical and an average length of about 8 km.
Why choose them: Says it uses helicopters to access NZ's 2 longest ski runs, with 1,000+ metres of vertical on each run. Google: 5.0 out of 5 from 18 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
Ask for: Ask for the Classic Ski The Tasman day (2 runs, about 5 hours on the snow) or the Queenstown version with airport transfers and 40-minute scenic flights.
Not the fit if: you snowboard: Ski The Tasman is for skiers only.
Enquiry: skithetasman.co.nz/book

Read on its own website, 10 November 2026: home page, booking-terms.

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Stellar Heliskiing

Best for: Small-group heli-skiing from Kaslo, BC
Per day: Aims for 10 runs a day on its multi day trips from Kaslo, with 4,600 to 6,700 metres of vertical a day expected; single day trips ski 6 runs.
Why choose them: Says its tenure is over 125,000 acres of untouched terrain in the Selkirk and Purcell mountain ranges. Google: 4.7 out of 5 from 55 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
Ask for: Ask for a Single Day Heli, a 2 or 3 day multi day tour (combinable into 4 to 7 days) or a Private trip for 3 guests.
Not the fit if: you are under 14, as the minimum age is 14 and guests aged 14 to 18 must ski with a parent or guardian.
Published price: $1,899 CAD per person for a Single Day Heli with 6 runs (guaranteed minimum of five) in early and late season 2026/27, with safety equipment, lunch and emergency medical insurance included; $2,250 in peak season (21 January to 11 March). Read 10 November 2026.
Enquiry: stellarheliskiing.com/about/contact-us

Read on its own website, 10 November 2026: package/multi-day-trips, experience/why-stellar, planning/booking-information.

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Summit Heliskiing

Best for: Heli-skiing in Iceland's Troll Peninsula
Per day: Includes approximately 15,000 vertical feet a day in Iceland, about 8 runs and about 1 hour of flight.
Why choose them: Partners with Norðurflug to fly an Astar helicopter carrying up to 4 guests, pilot and guide. Google: 5.0 out of 5 from 33 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
Ask for: Ask for the 6 day Icelandic heliskiing package, the 4 day package or a 1 day tour from Sóti Lodge.
Not the fit if: you are not an intermediate off-piste skier in good physical condition, which is the level it sets for its trips.
Published price: From €11,220 per person for the 6 day Icelandic Heliskiing Package, 2027 season, with lodge accommodation on double occupancy, all meals, skis, avalanche safety equipment, a guide and the Akureyri airport shuttle included. Read 10 November 2026.
Enquiry: summitheliskiing.is/tours/our-6-day-icelandic-heliskiing-pac

Read on its own website, 10 November 2026: tours/your-customised-heliskiing-tour-2027, tours/our-6-day-icelandic-heliskiing-package.

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Telluride Helitrax

Best for: Small-group heli-skiing in Colorado's San Juans
Per day: Provides six runs of guided heli-skiing a day, averaging 10,000 to 14,000 vertical feet.
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

Read on its own website, 10 November 2026: faqs, about.

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TLH Heliskiing

Best for: Unlimited vertical heli-skiing from Tyax Lodge
Per day: Skis at least 10 runs on a typical full day and as many as 25, averaging 7,000 m a day, from 3,000 m on a weather day to 13,000 m on a sunny day.
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: about/frequently-asked-heli-skiing-questions, tyax-heliskiing-difference/terrain, inquire.

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Which of these show a dated price on this page?

15 of the 29 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.

Alaska Powder Descents
Bella Coola Heli Sports
Crescent Spur Heli-Skiing
Eagle Pass Heliski
High Mountain Heli-Skiing
Last Frontier Heliskiing
Majestic Heli Ski
Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing
Niehku Mountain Villa
Northern Escape Heli-Skiing
Powder Mountain Cat and Heli Skiing
Powderbird
Stellar Heliskiing
Summit Heliskiing
TLH Heliskiing

Who to contact first

Start with the 7 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.

Alaska Powder Descents
Eagle Pass Heliski
High Mountain Heli-Skiing
Last Frontier Heliskiing
Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing
Northern Escape Heli-Skiing
Summit 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.

Typical vertical per day: 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?

23 of the 29 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, Hokkaido Backcountry Club and Northern Escape 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?

21 of the 29 publish their cancellation terms on their own websites. 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 gives a typical daily vertical or number of runs. 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.