The Classic Unlimited Vertical Package is ideal for people who want to book a package that doesn't have a minimum number requirement
The Classic Unlimited Vertical Package is the industry “standard” program, except we include Unlimited Vertical (whereas some other operations only include 100,000ft and you need to pay more to ski more). We only offer full week, seven-night trips.
From the trip description by Skeena Heliskiing
On-snow support
- Independent: Below this trip's level of support
Ski or ride independently, without trip staff accompanying you on the mountain.
- Hosted: With your guide
Trip hosts ski or ride with the group, help everyone get oriented, and share local knowledge.
- Guided: Included
Professional guides lead the group and select suitable terrain and routes based on conditions and ability. Instruction is not included.
- Coached: Not confirmed
Professional coaches lead the group, select suitable terrain, and provide instruction and personalized feedback to help you improve.
- Backcountry guidingHand-picked, incredibly experienced heli-ski guides and pilots; three groups of four people per A-Star B2 helicopter
Terrain, ability and who it is for
- Wide open powder turns? We love them. Chutes and perfectly spaced tree skiing? We can do that too.
- From steeper high alpine slopes all the way down through gentle powder bowls and intermediate gladed tree skiing, Skeena offers a little bit of everything. If you ski or ride well, you’ll fall in love with our terrain.
- Small Groups: only three groups of four people per A-Star B2 helicopter
- You are comfortable skiing alongside other guests with compatible skiing abilities. Don’t worry, we screen people’s ability level.
- Unlimited Vertical, with a Vertical Guarantee of 25,000 metres (82,000 feet)! On average, guests ski around 36,000m (118,110ft), depending on the groups’ fitness and skiing ability, snow, and weather conditions.
- Sport
- Ski + Snowboard
- Max group size
- 12 guests
From the trip description by Skeena Heliskiing
What the price includes
Included
- Lodging
- Meals
- Transfers
- Beacon, pack (airbag) with probe and shovel
- Top of the line powder skis (Kästle)Snowboarders bring their own powder board and boots.
- Unlimited Vertical, with a Vertical Guarantee of 25,000 metres (82,000 feet)
- 7 nights at Bear Claw Lodge
- Double occupancy, and limited single occupancy upgrades available
- Maximum of 12 guests
- Sauna and hot tub
- All gourmet meals and après ski snacks (multi-course dinners, picnic lunch in the field and hot or cold breakfasts)
- Hand-picked, incredibly experienced heli-ski guides and pilots
- Each guests gets to use a beacon, pack (airbag) with probe and shovel.
- Top of the line powder skis
- Ground Transfers between Bear Claw Lodge and Smithers Airport
- WiFi
- Unlimited Vertical, with a Vertical Guarantee of 25,000 metres (82,000 feet)
Not included
- Alcohol
- Massage
- Retail Purchases
- Gratuities / Tips
- Travel insurance
Not confirmed by the operator: Lift pass, Lesson.
Day by day
- Day 1: Arrival Day (Thursday)We pick you up from the airport, and after driving through little villages and over mighty rivers, you arrive at Bear Claw Lodge, nestled on the banks of the Kispiox River. You’ll arrive a bit after 8:00pm, welcomed with snacks, drinks, and an intro to the lodge and our team.
- Day 2: First Heli Ski Day (Friday)At 8:20am your guides will join you to talk about the day ahead. Then you will head outside to do the safety and helicopter briefing. Once your safety training is done, and your skis are ready, it’s into an A-Star from Northcoast Helicopters and off to untracked slopes. That first day you’ll be skiing around 11:00am.
- Days 3–6: Saturday-WednesdayFor the rest of the week, you’ll be on the mountain by 9:30am. If it’s a bluebird day, we ski in the alpine, and on snowy days, we ski in the trees.
- Day 7: Departure Day (Thursday)Pack your bags, then join us for a final breakfast before jumping in our shuttle for the Smithers Airport. Your flight will depart mid-morning.
From the trip description by Skeena Heliskiing
Where you stay
Our heli skiing lodge, Bear Claw, is your home away from home in the Skeena Mountains, a 15,000-square-foot timber lodge set on the Kispiox River, overlooked by Baldy Mountain, and surrounded by 2.3 million acres of pristine wilderness.
Guests stay in one of 8 charming, and uniquely themed rooms, each with ensuite bathrooms.
Our rates are based on double occupancy, however, we have a total of 8 rooms meaning 4 people per week can choose to upgrade to a private room.
Getting There
- Begin your journey north at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
- Skeena Heliskiing is off the beaten path in the middle of the wilderness, but still only a 2 hour drive from the Smithers Airport.
- Ground Transfers between Bear Claw Lodge and Smithers Airport.
- We recommend that you overnight in Vancouver before travelling up to us.
From the trip description by Skeena Heliskiing
Pins show the approximate main trip area—not a route, meeting point, or full itinerary. Confirm exact locations in the company's trip details.
Dates and prices
| Dates | Season | Duration | From | Availability | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 21 – Jan 28, 2027Choose these datesWeek 04, Thursday to Thursday; 7 nights, 6 days of skiing. Programs offered that week: Private Lodge buy-out or Classic Unlimited Vertical. | 2026/27 | 6 days | 20,100 CAD2027: $20,100 - $21,300 per person (Classic Unlimited Vertical); rates in Canadian dollars include 5% GST; this week's rate is not printed, so the range's low end is shown | Available | Book on company website |
| Feb 11 – Feb 18, 2027Choose these datesWeek 07, Thursday to Thursday; 7 nights, 6 days of skiing. Programs offered that week: Classic Unlimited Vertical. | 2026/27 | 6 days | 20,100 CAD2027: $20,100 - $21,300 per person (Classic Unlimited Vertical); rates in Canadian dollars include 5% GST; this week's rate is not printed, so the range's low end is shown | Limited | Book on company website |
| Feb 18 – Feb 25, 2027Choose these datesWeek 08, Thursday to Thursday; 7 nights, 6 days of skiing. Programs offered that week: Classic Unlimited Vertical: CAD 21,300.00 incl. tax. | 2026/27 | 6 days | 21,300 CADCAD 21,300.00 incl. tax per person, Classic Unlimited Vertical | Limited | Book on company website |
| Mar 11 – Mar 18, 2027Choose these datesWeek 11, Thursday to Thursday; 7 nights, 6 days of skiing. Programs offered that week: Private Lodge buy-out or Classic Unlimited Vertical. | 2026/27 | 6 days | 20,100 CAD2027: $20,100 - $21,300 per person (Classic Unlimited Vertical); rates in Canadian dollars include 5% GST; this week's rate is not printed, so the range's low end is shown | Private Inquiry | Book on company website |
| Mar 18 – Mar 25, 2027Choose these datesWeek 12, Thursday to Thursday; 7 nights, 6 days of skiing. Programs offered that week: Classic Unlimited Vertical: CAD 21,300.00 incl. tax. | 2026/27 | 6 days | 21,300 CADCAD 21,300.00 incl. tax per person, Classic Unlimited Vertical | Sold Out | Book on company website |
Prices, taxes and fees, required extras, inclusions, availability, and booking terms can change. Confirm the current price and trip details on the company website; source last reviewed September 24, 2026.
Good To Know
Snowboarders: bring your own powder board and boots, we do not supply these.
It is a custom in Canada for guests to leave tips. If our team made your stay enjoyable, we would recommend a tip of between 5-10% per person based on your package price.
We very strongly recommend that you take your ski boots with you, as carry-on luggage.
We strongly recommend Emergency Evacuation Insurance and Trip / Holiday Cancellation and or Interruption Insurance.
From the trip description by Skeena Heliskiing
Reviews
Reviews reflect the named reviewer's experience and link to their original source. Powderscape does not verify individual claims.