epic Alaska heli ski tour out of valdez April 2-9, 2022.

 

"There is no place like Alaska! And on this tour, we offer unrivaled terrain under a special use permit for heli-skiing in the Chugach National Forest aka The Holy Grail of skiing and snowboarding- this terrain is widely considered the finest heli-ski terrain on the planet.”

Price from US$8,950.

 

Why Heliski Here:

  • This operator is independently owned and operated by veteran Alaska heli-ski guides who strive to provide safe and enjoyable big mountain skiing and snowboarding adventures at fair prices.

  • With decades of combined experience guiding in the Chugach Mountains, Chilkat Range, South America, Europe, and numerous mountain ranges in the Lower 48, their guide team includes select highly experienced Alaska heli-ski guides who are dedicated to providing you with a truly mind-blowing experience.

  • All of their guides are intimately familiar with the terrain, weather, snowpack, and operational factors involved with heli-skiing in the Chugach Mountains.

  • Thousands of square miles of terrain in the core of the Chugach Mountains surrounding Valdez and Prince William Sound, the snowiest and most glaciated mountains in Alaska. With dozens of vast regions and hundreds upon hundreds of potential Alaska heli-ski runs; freedom to choose prime terrain based on weather and snow conditions, and group objectives.

  • We operate with four to five guests per group with three or less groups per helicopter for a semi-private, streamlined experience. Having fewer groups per helicopter increases our flexibility, efficiency, mobility – and safety. i.e. We can move groups more efficiently to different zones and fly deeper if needed to access better snow, weather, and terrain.

  • Fewer groups to ferry in and out of the mountains means we minimize flight time and fuel runs; more of your flight time is used for actual heli-skiing and offers many more options for skiing the best possible terrain.

TRIP LENGTH : 7 days
SUMMARY ITINERARY : All heli ski weeks start and end on a Saturday. Guests arrive in Valdez on 2nd of April and depart on 9th.
PRICE FROM : $8,950
ACCESS POINT : Getting there is going to be half the fun!
You will firstly need to fly into Anchorage, then onto Valdez (there are regular flights on Ravn Alaska). Alternatively, you can rent a car and take a scenic 6 hr drive to Valdez from Anchorage.
PRE/POST SKIING : Alyeska, Girdwood (near Anchorage) or if passing through Seattle, you could whip up to Whistler for a few days.
INCLUSIONS & ACCOMODATION:
  • 6-days of reserved heli-skiing*
  • 4.0 Hobbs hours that is expended based on weather, stability and our daily chosen operating area
  • 7-nights of lodging including breakfast at the newly renovated Totem Lodge (twin share – single occupancy upgrade is available)
  • 4 gourmet catered dinners by the Pulseline chef
  • 1 dinner at the Fu Kung Restaurant in Valdez
  • Lunches
  • Pulseline Airport ground shuttle in Valdez
  • Snow safety equipment- avalanche beacon, shovel and probe + avalanche airbag
  • All ground transportation and logistics are included in the package

    • *If weather conditions allow, and there is availability, you can use remaining Hobbs hours or purchase additional Hobbs to keep heli-skiing on Saturday, April 9; this is also dependant on other factors involved with Pulseline's operations
ALTERNATIVE OPTION: with 150% more flight time:
    $11,875
  • 7-days of reserved heli-skiing
  • 12.0 Hobbs hours shared between 8 skiers- this is 1.5 x the other package
  • 7-nights of lodging including breakfast
  • 4 gourmet catered dinner by the Pulseline chef
  • 1 dinner at the Fu Kung Restaurant in Valdez
  • Lunches
  • Airport ground shuttle in Valdez
 EXCLUSIONS:
  • Travel to and from Valdez
  • Heli ski/Cat ski specific travel insurance. This is essential to cover you for medical evacuation by helicopter or trip cancellation because of unforeseen circumstances. See buy link. The “Gold” insurance package is strongly recommended which allows “cancellation at any time for any reason”. This costs roughly 8%. Some skiers choose to only insure the helicopter time = $4500 ($360) while others choose to protect the full amount.
  • Single accommodation for an extra $525 per person
  • Massages can be arranged with advance notice
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • On down days there are many potential optional activities that may incur additional costs. Some of these are also dependent on weather conditions and guide availability. These activities include at tours, fishing, sea kayaking, and cross country skiing. There is also the potential for backcountry touring if guests bring alpine touring or splitboarding equipment.
DEPOSIT : The operator requires 50% deposit.
FULL PAYMENT : The remainder is due in full 60 days prior to arrival.
REFUNDS : No refunds will be given for any unused flight time (Hobbs), for ANY reason*. Pulseline makes large & non-refundable financial commitments months prior to your trip, regardless of the unknown future weather/illness/injury/etc. Consequently, they aren’t able to offer any refunds as this would cause irreversible financial damage to the company. They require you to purchase third-party trip insurance. In the event that you are unable to use all of your flight time, for any reason, trip insurance may cover all or part of your financial losses. We recommend IMG Travel Insurance and AIG Travel Guard Plus.
    *ANY reason includes, but is not limited to weather or snow conditions, skier/rider ability, poor fitness, injuries, illnesses, mechanical issues with the helicopter, etc. – Required trip insurance can help protect your investment.
      Covid: You're required to provide proof of a negative Covid test taken within 72 hours of your arrival in Valdez. If you exhibit any signs/symptoms of illness including fever, nausea, coughing, aches/chills, respiratory distress, runny nose, sore throat, fatigue, headache, etc., please note that you'll not be allowed to fly in consideration of others. We ask that you follow good hygiene practices during your trip including washing hands frequently and covering coughs and sneezes.
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