BACKCOUNTRY SKIING IN CANADA: DISCOVER THE BACKCOUNTRY BY FREETOURING
8-day trip/6 days freeriding
If the mountains are synonymous with escape and backcountry skiing is your passion, come and discover our new freeriding holiday in Canada and the oceans of powder snow in the Whistler and Blackcomb mountain ranges. PowderWeGo has designed an exceptional week-long trip in the far reaches of the great American West in British Columbia. This trip is open to intermediate-level ski tourers or experienced freeriders who wish to discover the exhilaration of the Canadian wilderness and its spirit of adventure. Experience the thrill of skiing in Canada's immense wilderness. You will be accompanied by one of our qualified and experienced backcountry ski instructors or mountain guides.
Skiing in Canada - Whistler
from 3950€*
DATES ON REQUEST
WHISTLER, CANADA
6 pax
Ascents +800m
Freerando stay
Incredible powder
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YOU WILL ENJOY
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our great mobility to reach the best places
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ski the most beautiful Canadian resort
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the local atmosphere
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the marvelous backcountry
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Canadian culture
Discover the Whistler and Blackcomb ranges
The Canadian ski resort of Whistler Blackcomb is the largest in North America. Its backcountry sector is renowned for being an exceptional off-piste and touring skiing playground. Internationally renowned, the area is ranked first among winter sports resorts for its quality and especially for its backcountry and après-ski activities. It has one of the most extensive networks of high-speed chairlifts and a Guinness World Record lift for its length between two peaks.
Located in the Canadian mountains near the British Columbia coast, Whistler is a two-hour drive north of Vancouver and its international airport, in the area known as Sea to Sky Country. The “backcountry” area is located in Garibaldi Provincial Park. Waterfalls, cliffs, escarpments, the Canadian Rockies, towering peaks and sparse forests are part of the panorama in which you will enjoy powder runs. You will be impressed by the natural beauty of the freeriding routes we have chosen for you. Freeride skiing in Canada is a real gateway to the pleasure of beautiful lines!
Because your comfort and safety are our priority, your PowderWeGo guide will ensure each day, in relation with the Blackcountry Avalanche Advisory, that the conditions for our freeriding outings are optimal with regard to the weather and avalanche risks, especially on the backcountry sector. We take particular care to check your equipment (ski equipment, avalanche transceiver and your ability to use it, ABS Airbag, probe, shovel, ski skins and mobile phone). With PowderWeGo, everything is done so that you can ski with complete peace of mind!
After your days of freeriding, you will be accommodated in a 3-star hotel offering maximum comfort and high-quality facilities. The village, which hosted the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, is also full of non-skiing activities, shops (where you can find the best touring skiing equipment) and restaurants (where you can find something for the most demanding). The nightlife here is also highly regarded according to Freeskier magazine. This ski holiday in Canada is waiting for you!
When to ski in Canada? The Backcountry opens from 15 December, during the ski seasons.
Our strengths:
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Our knowledge of Whistler-Blackcomb and high mountains
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Our 22 years of experience in backcountry skiing and freeriding
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Our top-of-the-range and tailor-made packages
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Our concern for nature and safety conditions
If you need more details, we will reply within 24 hours to any questions about this freeriding trip in Canada. We will provide a quote for a customised holiday based on your backcountry skiing level and your expectations.
You will enjoy:
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The lightness and depth of the powder snow
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The beauty and variety of our routes
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The spectacular natural views of the Backcountry
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Mountain culture and Canadian specialities
Outline of the freeriding holiday in Canada
Day 1 :Meet in the afternoon at the hotel in Whistler. After checking the equipment and possibly a few last purchases of equipment or groceries, return to the hotel and prepare the bags for the ski departure the next day. Dinner and night at the hotel.
Days 2:Meet for breakfast at 8 a.m. The morning will be devoted to a Freerando/Freeride warm-up on an intermediate level route.
Day 3 to 6: Ski freeride/ski touring, program to be defined according to the level and aspirations of the group.
Day 8:Back
This program is indicative and may be modified depending on the snow conditions and the weather, the level and the wishes of the group, in order to ensure the safety and pleasure of all. The accompanying guide is the sole judge in the matter.
Number of travel days: 8
Number of ski days: 6 to 7
Technical level: 3/5 experience of ski touring and off-piste skiing in deep snow.
Physical level: 2/5 capable of moderate effort for several hours.
Number of participants: maximum 3 groups of 6 people + 3 guides.
*Our formula includes :
For a group of 6 people and 1 guide
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Supervision of the stay by a Powderwego professional
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Safety Packs (ABS® Airbag backpack or equivalent, DVA, shovel, probe)
7 nights in a *** hotel in Whistler in a double room (single room with supplement) -
Picnics for lunch for 100% freerando days
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Day ski passes
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Backcountry Packages ($62)
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Minibus transfers from the airport to Whistler
Our formula does not include:
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Return flight to Vancouver
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Ski touring outfit and equipment: suitable clothing, poles with large washers, touring skis, skins, climbing knives, helmets. Do not hesitate to contact us in case of questions or difficulties in finding this kit.
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Personal consumption, food and racing drinks that you will need to bring during the day (dried fruit, cereal bars, chocolate, energy bars and drinks, etc.),
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Lunches (excluding picnics) and dinners
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Insurance.
Contact us for more information.
Level required for this stay:
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Level 3/5 skiers. For experienced walkers and good skiers, in physical shape.
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Off-piste skiing level: 3/5.
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Physical level: 2/5.