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To Book: Phone: 604.938.9242 Email: info@whistlerguides.com Web: www.whistlerguides.com Location: Eagle Lodge, Whistler Town Plaza 19-4314 Main St., Whistler, BC. V0N 1B4 |
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Leave the lift lines behind this winter on one of our professionally guided backcountry day tours! Enjoy awesome powder skiing and snowboarding in the backcountry surrounding the Whistler Blackcomb ski area. Lift access, skins, specialized ski touring bindings for skiers, and splitboards for snowboarders are used to access the backcountry.
The big mountain backcountry outside the Whistler Blackcomb ski area offers a multitude of bowls, glaciers and gladed runs to choose from. Conditions are almost always favorable with lots of powder to ensure great turns for all. Your experienced ski guide will provide instruction on backcountry equipment usage and lead you down some memorable ski descents. Intimate group sizes provide individual attention and a day at the right pace. Geared for intermediate, advanced and expert skiers or snowboarders. Participants must be comfortable and confident in intermediate terrain [blue runs] in variety of snow conditions. Skiers, telemarkers and snowboarders welcome. Groups can expect 3 – 5 runs and up to 5,000ft of vertical descent for the day depending on ability and fitness level. It's a must-try experience on your next Whistler trip. |
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| Dates: | Offered Daily |
| Cost: | $225.00 plus HST per person (*group and private pricing available) $35.00 plus HST powder touring ski or telemark ski rental package available $35.00 plus HST splitboard rental package available $45.00 plus HST backcountry lift ticket available Regular day lift ticket required for the Earn Your Turns tour |
| Included: | Avalanche safety equipment - transceiver, shovel, probe Backpack if needed |
| Vertical Feet Skied: | 3,000 to 5,000 vertical feet depending on experience and fitness level of the group (3-5 runs) |
| Group Size: | Maximum of 6 people per guide |
| Location: | Garibaldi Park, adjacent to Whistler and Blackcomb ski areas |
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To Book: Phone:604.932.1458 Email: info@coastmountainguides.com Web: www.coastmountainguides.com Meeting Place: The Lift Coffee company next to the Whistler gondola. |
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Whistler-Blackcomb is home of some of the best off piste skiing in the world. With an impressive lift access to the alpine, the resort offers incredible opportunities for short hikes to very long powder runs. We will find the best powder around. This tour as been specially designed for skiers, telemarkers and snowboarders looking for a more exciting ski adventure. Your ski guide will introduced you to powder ski techniques, avalanche safety and more. You will enjoy awesome powder turns away from the crowds. On Whistler or Blackcomb backcountry.
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| Departure: | 8:00 am |
| Difficulty: | Moderate to Advanced |
| Duration: | 5 to 6 hours round trip |
| Cost: | $197 per person Single on a tour $347 Includes avalanche safety gear for the day. |
| Details: | *Up to 3 off piste runs (approx. 2500 - 3500 vertical feet or 750 – 1000 vertical meters of skiing).Backcountry powder skis and Splitboards rental available at a preferred rate. Valid ski lift pass required. |
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Ski and ride 'The Musical Bumps' from Whistler Mountain and make it to the 'Cowboy's Ridge' if you dare or explore the Spearhead Range from Blackcomb Mountain and watch out to not loose your hat. Hee…Haa..! The peaks are towering 6,000 feet above the valley floor with alpine bowls to make your jaw drop. Enjoy convenient lift access and lots of powder turns. For enthusiastic intermediate to advance skiers, telemarkers and snowboarders who are looking for a real backcountry day.
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| Departure: | 8:00 am |
| Difficulty: | Moderate to Advanced |
| Duration: | 7 to 8 hours |
| Cost: | $215 per person | Single on a tour $347 Includes avalanche safety gear for the day. |
| Details: | *Up to 5 off piste runs (approx. 3500 - 5000 vertical feet or 1000 – 1500 vertical meters of skiing). Backcountry powder skis and splitboard rental available at preferred rates. Backcountry lift pass available. |
| The Coast Mountains are home to some of the finest ski mountaineering in Western Canada. Our knowledge of the area guarantees you the best route selections whistler region has offer. Fissile Mountain, Phalanx Peak, Cheakamus Mountain, Joffre Peak and Mount Matier are only a few options to choose from. Join us in a memorable experience of a winter alpine adventure. |
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| Departure: | 8:00 am |
| Difficulty: | Advanced, previous experience an asset. |
| Duration: | 7 to 8 hours round trip |
| Cost: | $347/person per day ($197/person additional) Includes avalanche safety gear for the day. |
| Details: | Some short roping, the use of a mountaineering ice axe, steep skiing, up to 3500 - 5000 vertical feet or 1000 – 1500 vertical meters of skiing. Backcountry powder skis and splitboard rental available at preferred rates. Backcountry lift pass available. |
| You thought ice climbing was only for fit and experienced climbers not true! This is your chance to experience the ultimate feeling of climbing on ice with technical equipment, in a safe and positive environment. Do not miss this rare opportunity! Advanced ice climbing tours also available. |
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| Departure: | 8:00 am |
| Difficulty: | Challenging, good physical fitness |
| Duration: | 6 to 8 hours round trip |
| Cost: | 2 people $227pp 3 people $197pp Single on a tour $447 Price includes climbing access, technical equipment. |
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