Discover the snow
Our Exclusive Tenure
For 35 years we have been skiing and boarding in the heart of BC's interior mountains.
Our ski area is unlike any other, with our tenure bordering both Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks. Once you experience skiing through wide-open glaciers, alpine meadows and massive old-growth forests, you will understand why our heli-skiing territory is one of the most famous in the world. We ski both the Selkirk and Monashee Mountains which are renowned for their reliable powder snow conditions and unique terrain features. Our tenure has over 200 established runs with countless options for exploring this powder playground we proudly call our backyard.
The world's best tree skiing is found in our 500,000 acres of terrain due to our unique climate, species of trees, and consistent heavy snowfalls. Most of our skiing takes place below 3,000 metres (9,850 ft). Runs vary from 500 vertical metres in length to over 2,200 vertical metres.
In the Columbia Mountains, snow means powder. Our tenure receives an average of 40 to 60 feet (12 to 18 metres) of snowfall per year. Snow starts falling in September, serving up early season turns in December and fresh powder until April. Average temperatures at tree line are about -7°C (20°F).
Statistics
- Half-a-million acres of terrain
- 88 km long by 97 km wide
- 200 named runs with unlimited landings and pick-ups
- Runs up to 2,200 vertical metres
- Bordering Mount Revelstoke and Glacier national parks
Our guides and pilots strive to find quality snow conditions so you experience the best skiing possible.
Sometimes cloudy weather and high winds will limit our ability to maneuver to all locations in our terrain. The terrain you ski can vary from naturally gladed old growth forests, to wide open glacier runs that wind into remote valleys.
- Guiding
- Ski Rental
- Safety Equipment Rental
Your accommodation
- Families
- Couples
- Solo Travelers
- Groups
- Party People
The Hillcrest Hotel serves as home base for Selkirk Tangiers Heli Skiing.
Just minutes from downtown Revelstoke, this unique, pristine location offers spectacular views of the Monashee Mountains. Make yourself at home after a day of adventure and relax in the indoor/outdoor hot tubs, steam room, and sauna. A special boot-drying room is provided to dry your gear. A fully-equipped exercise room and morning stretch class help get you ready for a full day of skiing.
Pamper yourself with a hot-rock massage, Shiatsu facial, or a pedicure at the Repose Massage Therapy and Day Spa. Trained professionals will gladly relieve any aches and pains that may hold you back on the slopes. The fabulous dining room features international and continental cuisine. Located just off the lobby is the Mountain Guides' Lounge, the perfect place to sit, relax, and enjoy your après ski by the cozy fireplace. From the moment you walk through the front doors until the time you leave, the staff are ready to help make your heli ski trip exceptional.
What awaits you
Half a million acres or 200,000 hectares of terrain
The New York Times called Revelstoke the Promised Land and the heli capital of the world. The only way to know if it’s true is to head to the dry champagne powder that Selkirk Tangiers Heli Skiing calls home. Selkirk Tangiers Heli Skiing is pleased to offer guests the amazing opportunity to ski on their unrivaled heli skiing terrain and at the Revelstoke Mountain Resort. With over half a million acres or 200,000 hectares of terrain in the Selkirk and Monashee Mountains you’re almost guaranteed amazing untouched snow at every turn.
The tenure at Selkirk Heliskiing, which borders Glacier National Park and Mount Revelstoke, receives an average of 40 to 60 feet of snow per year. The terrain is perfect for every type of skier and rider because you’ll find everything from high alpine bowls to wide open glaciers or massive old growth forests. With more than 200 established runs, you’ll never get bored.
Experience world class heli skiing and boarding
A wide variety of heli ski packages are available from one to seven days in length. Guests can choose from heli-only packages utilizing the Eurcopter A-star and Bell 205 helicopters to access the most terrain possible or to combine your heli ski with time at the Revelstoke Mountain Resort. Whether you want to experience world class heli skiing and boarding, or fresh tracks at one of the most exciting new ski resorts, or both, you’ll have a blast at Selkirk Tangiers.
Most of our guests stay at the comfortable and relaxing Hillcrest Hotel where you’ll enjoy fine dining, access to a retail store, boot room, and equipment rentals.
4 reasons to choose Selkirk Tangiers Heli Skiing:
- Option to heli ski and resort ski.
- Extensive tenure (>200 established runs).
- Wide variety of terrain.
- Extensive annual snowfall (40-60 feet per year!)
Meals
The talented staff at the Hillcrest Hotel and La Baguette Catering have developed a lineup of healthy meals and snacks to keep you energized throughout your stay.
Please inform us of any dietary restrictions when you book with STHS and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.
Breakfast
Enjoy a full buffet breakfast served in the dining room each morning at the Hillcrest Hotel, beginning at 6:30 am.
Lunch
Served at a scenic location in the mountains during your ski day. A variety of sandwiches, health bars, hearty soup and warm tea will boost your energy for the afternoon ski. Bottled water is always available on board for people to keep hydrated throughout the day.
Après Skiing
Snacks and beverages are waiting for you in the lounge after each day of skiing. Enjoy a spread of appetizers beside the roaring fireplace while reminiscing about the fantastic time on the slopes. The knowledgeable bartenders are always ready to serve up your favorite beverage at the fully stocked lounge.
Dinner
Take in a fine dining experience in our dining room once you have relaxed after your day in the mountains. It is a spectacle of flavours that will have you asking the kitchen for their recipes.
Classic Packages
Inclusions
- Accommodation based on double occupancy at the Coast Hillcrest Hotel
- Meals: buffet breakfast, gourmet mountain lunch, après-ski snacks and dinner
- ACMG/IFMGA Guiding Services
- Barryvox Pulse transceiver and other safety equipment
- Powder ski/snowboard rental for heliski days
Small-Group Packages
Inclusions
- Accommodation based on double occupancy at the Coast Hillcrest Hotel
- Meals: buffet breakfast, gourmet mountain lunch, après-ski snacks and dinner
- ACMG/IFMGA Guiding Services
- Barryvox Pulse transceiver, Snowpulse airbag backpack, and other safety equipment
- Backcountry and helicopter safety briefing/training
- Powder ski/snowboard rental for heliski days
Package Additional Information
Classic Packages
Our Classic packages have been a long-standing favourite at STHS and offer guests an all-inclusive heli ski experience. These packages utilize the traditional Bell 205 helicopter, carrying up to 11 guests plus 1 guide per group, up to three groups per helicopter. These packages are available for three, five, and six days and are sold on a per seat basis. Seven day packages can be booked for full groups of 11 guests only (weight dependant).
Small group Packages
This package is ideal for skiers looking to jump into the small group heliskiing experience without necessarily having to put a full group together by themselves. Utilizing the A-Star B2 or Bell 407 helicopter, which carry 4 or 5 passengers per group with a maximum of 3 groups per machine. We require a minimum of 3 people per group to run this program.
Private packages
The Dream 407 is our premium, private heliski offering based out of the Hillcrest Hotel. This package flies in the exclusive Bell 407 helicopter, which NEW FOR 2017-18 accommodates up to four guests plus two STHS guides. We can also provide this package for up to ten guests sharing the helicopter, flying 2 groups with 5 guests plus 1 guide each. With the Eurocopter AStar helicopter, we have the ability to run the same package as above with one group of up to 3 clients + 2 guides OR two groups of up to 4 guests plus 1 guide each.
Day Heli Packages
3 Run Excursion
This single day option offers a relaxed pace introduction to heliskiing which allows guests to discover just how fantastic it really is. Includes 3 runs for the day. Although this package suits first time heliskiers, previous powder skiing or boarding experience is still required. This package utilizes the Bell 205 and carries up to 10 guests plus 2 guides in each group; up to 3 groups per helicopter.
5 Run Excursion
This single day option is ideal for more experienced powder skiers and snowboarders looking for a big day of skiing. Includes 5 runs for the day (4 runs gauranteed). Previous heli/cat/backcountry skiing or boarding experience is recommended. This package utilizes the Bell 205 and carries up to 10 guests plus two guides in each group; up to 3 groups per helicopter.
10 Run Excursion
Enter the realm of the true heliski experience! Like the Adventure package, this option is for skilled powder skiers and boarders looking for not just one but TWO big days of skiing. Includes 10 runs over 2 possible days of heliskiing (guarantee of 8 runs over 2 days). Previous heli/cat/backcountry skiing or boarding experience is recommended. Utilizes the Bell 205 and carries up to 10 guests plus two guides in each group; up to 3 groups per helicopter.
Heli Assisted Ski Touring
For those who want to earn their turns a little, after a hearty breakfast at the Hillcrest Hotel, we'll give you a lift in one of our helicopters for a full day of ski touring with one of our STHS guides. We'll then bring you back to the Hillcrest Hotel at the end of the day for apres-ski snacks. Rate is based on a minimum of 3 guests.
Day Heli Private Packages
Private 407 & Private Astar
Our Day 407 or Day AStar packages are ideal for those seeking the exclusivity and luxury of a private heliski program but only have 1 day to do it! This package runs with groups of up to 4 guests plus 2 STHS guides in an Bell 407 helicopter or groups of up to 3 guests plus 2 STHS guides in an Astar helicopter. If a group is more than 4 people, we have options for flying 2 groupsin the same machine. Package includes 5,000vm (4,000vm guaranteed).
STHS 2017/18: Classic Program Itinerary
Please check-in at the front desk of the Coast Hillcrest Hotel in the afternoon prior to your first day of heli skiing or riding. Once you are settled in, make your way to the retail and ski shop located on the lower level to select your powder skis or snowboard with our expert technicians. You should bring one of your ski or snowboard boots at this time if you intend on using our equipment (rental is included in your package). An orientation will commence at 6:30pm that evening followed by dinner in the Hillcrest Hotel Dining Room. At the orientation, a guest services representative will welcome you to our operation, outline meeting times for the morning, describe a typical day of heli skiing and riding, and show an informative safety video. A guide will also be present to inform you of the weather forecast as well as current snow and ski/riding conditions.
Schedule for Day 1 of your Package
6:30 am Optional stretch class in the Mt. Revelstoke Room (2nd floor).
7:00-8:15 am Full buffet breakfast in the Hillcrest Hotel Dining Room (main floor).
8:15 am Meet your guide in the Retail Shop (lower level) for introductions and weigh-in. You should be fully dressed and ready to go outside (winter boots provided in STHS boot room).
8:30-9:45 am Your guide will lead you through a backcountry safety briefing before meeting the helicopter for an orientation of the aircraft. Once training is complete, you will return to the hotel to finalize what you need for the day and make sure you have all your gear (including ski/snowboard boots).
10:00 -10:15 Lift for 1st run and ski until lunch. Lunch in the mountains and then continue skiing.
~3:00-4:00 amAprès-ski in the Mountain Guides Lounge at the Hillcrest for snacks, beverages and socializing. Timing for apres is an estimate, dependant on time of year and weather/ski conditions. Dinner time will be posted daily on the information board on the lower level of the hotel.
Schedule for Day 2 and Beyond
On the subsequent days of your package, buffet breakfast begins at 7:00am in the Hillcrest Hotel Dining Room. Be sure to meet your guide dressed and ready to ski in the hotel lobby at 8:15am unless otherwise directed. At the conclusion of your final day of skiing, please return your transceiver to the retail shop. You should also close your account at this time if you have any extra vertical meters &/or retail purchases pending. And be sure to come see us in the reservations office just off the hotel lobby to book your trip for next season!
STHS 2017/18: Day 407 or Day Star Program Itinerary
On the evening before your heli day, stop by our Retail Shop (lower level of Hillcrest Hotel) before 6:30pm to be ahead of the game! Register, fill out a waiver, and select skis or a snowboard to use. If you’re unable to make it the night before, please arrive at 7:30am on the morning of your ski day to get organized.
How your heli day will unfold...
7:30 am Registration: Register with a Day Heli Agent in the retail shop. If using our rental skis, bring one ski boot so our ski technicians can adjust the bindings.
7:30-8:15am Breakfast: Enjoy your full buffet breakfast in the Dining Room on the main floor of the hotel. Please check in with the host(ess) before sitting down.
8:15 am Avalanche Airbag rentals: (Optional) Guests wishing to rent an avalanche airbag packpack ($34/ day) may do so in the retail shop. A rental form is required and an instructional briefing will be provided.
8:30 am Meet your guide & weigh in: Your guide will meet you in the retail shop for weigh-in, safety pack, and avalanche tranceiver distribution. Be ready to ski with your ski/ board boots on, . Every skier must be weighed with their gear on to ensure we do not exceed helicopter weight safety limits. Please note that these weight restrictions may force us to split groups.
If renting, choose a set of ski poles from the boot room as you make your way to your designated shuttle van. Your rental skis/ boards will ready be in the racks outside beside the vans.
8:45 am Safety training: Your guide will lead you through a backcountry safety briefing before meeting the helicopter for an orientation of the machine. Once the training is complete your group will either load the helicopter directly or you will be transported by van to a staging area for pickup.
10:00 am Heli Skiing: Lift for first runs, then enjoy your café catered lunch in the mountains. Continue skiing until your package is complete.
Additional vertical can be purchased for $692 + tax per 1,000 meters per group for the AStar or $865 + tax per 1,000 meters per group for the Bell 407.
Please note, additional runs are subject to weather conditions, time restraints and group consensus (min. 7 pax).
3:00 -4:00 pmAprès-ski - Return to Coast Hillcrest Resort for check-out at the retail shop followed by gourmet snacks and berverages.
STHS 2017/18: Day Heli Program Itinerary
On the evening before your heli day, stop by our Retail Shop (lower level of Hillcrest Hotel) before 6:30pm to be ahead of the game! Register, fill out a waiver, and select skis or a snowboard to use. If you’re unable to make it the night before, please arrive at 7:30am on the morning of your ski day to get organized.
How your heli day will unfold...
7:30 am Registration: Register with a Day Heli Agent in the retail shop. If using our rental skis, bring one ski boot so our ski technicians can adjust the bindings.
7:30-8:15 am Breakfast: Enjoy your full buffet breakfast in the Dining Room on the main floor of the hotel. Please check in with the host(ess) before sitting down.
8:15 am Avalanche Airbag rentals: (Optional) Guests wishing to rent an avalanche airbag packpack ($34/ day) may do so in the retail shop. A rental form is required and an instructional briefing will be provided.
8:30 am Meet your guide & weigh in: Your guide will meet you in the retail shop for weigh-in, safety pack, and avalanche tranceiver distribution. Be ready to ski with your ski/ board boots on, . Every skier must be weighed with their gear on to ensure we do not exceed helicopter weight safety limits. Please note that these weight restrictions may force us to split groups.
If renting, choose a set of ski poles from the boot room as you make your way to your designated shuttle van. Your rental skis/ boards will ready be in the racks outside beside the vans.
8:45 am Safety training: Your guide will lead you through a backcountry safety briefing before meeting the helicopter for an orientation of the machine. Once the training is complete your group will either load the helicopter directly or you will be transported by van to a staging area for pickup.
10:00 am Heli Skiing: Lift for first runs, then enjoy your café catered lunch in the mountains. Continue skiing until your package is complete.
Additional vertical can be purchased for $692 + tax per 1,000 meters per group for the AStar or $865 + tax per 1,000 meters per group for the Bell 407.
Please note, additional runs are subject to weather conditions, time restraints and group consensus (min. 7 pax).
3:00 -4:00 pmAprès-ski - Return to Coast Hillcrest Resort for check-out at the retail shop followed by gourmet snacks and berverages.
STHS 2017/18: 10 Run Expedition Program Itinerary
On the evening before your heli day, stop by our Retail Shop (lower level of Hillcrest Hotel) before 6:30pm to be ahead of the game! Register, fill out a waiver, and select skis or a snowboard to use. If you’re unable to make it the night before, please arrive at 7:30am on the morning of your ski day to get organized.
How your heli day will unfold...
7:30 am Registration: Register with a Day Heli Agent in the retail shop. If using our rental skis, bring one ski boot so our ski technicians can adjust the bindings.
7:30-8:15 am Breakfast: Enjoy your full buffet breakfast in the Dining Room on the main floor of the hotel. Please check in with the host(ess) before sitting down.
8:15 am Avalanche Airbag rentals: (Optional) Guests wishing to rent an avalanche airbag packpack ($34/ day) may do so in the retail shop. A rental form is required and an instructional briefing will be provided.
8:30 am Meet your guide & weigh in: Your guide will meet you in the retail shop for weigh-in, safety pack, and avalanche tranceiver distribution. Be ready to ski with your ski/ board boots on, . Every skier must be weighed with their gear on to ensure we do not exceed helicopter weight safety limits. Please note that these weight restrictions may force us to split groups.
If renting, choose a set of ski poles from the boot room as you make your way to your designated shuttle van. Your rental skis/ boards will ready be in the racks outside beside the vans.
8:45 am Safety training: Your guide will lead you through a backcountry safety briefing before meeting the helicopter for an orientation of the machine. Once the training is complete your group will either load the helicopter directly or you will be transported by van to a staging area for pickup.
10:00 am Heli Skiing: Lift for first runs, then enjoy your café catered lunch in the mountains. Continue skiing until your package is complete.
Additional vertical can be purchased for $692 + tax per 1,000 meters per group for the AStar or $865 + tax per 1,000 meters per group for the Bell 407.
Please note, additional runs are subject to weather conditions, time restraints and group consensus (min. 7 pax).
3:00 -4:00 pm Après-ski - Return to Coast Hillcrest Resort for check-out at the retail shop followed by gourmet snacks and berverages.
Please note:On your second day, buffet breakfast starts at 7am in the Hillcrest dining room. Be sure to meet your guide all geared up at your designated van at 8:15am unless otherwise directed.
STHS 2017/18: Private Program Itinerary
Please check-in at the front desk of the Coast Hillcrest Hotel in the afternoon prior to your first day of heli skiing or riding. Once you are settled in, make your way to the retail and ski shop located on the lower level to select your powder skis or snowboard with our expert technicians. You should bring your ski or snowboard boots at this time if you intend on using our equipment (rental is included in your package). An orientation will commence at 6:30pm followed by dinner in the Hillcrest Hotel Dining Room. At the orientation, a guest services representative will welcome you to our operation, outline meeting times for the morning, describe a typical day of heli skiing and riding, and show an informative safety video. A guide will also be present to inform you of the weather forecast as well as current snow and ski/riding conditions.
Schedule for Day 1 of your Package
6:30 Optional Stretch class in the Mt. Revelstoke Room (2nd floor).
7:00-8:15 Full buffet breakfast in the Hillcrest Hotel Dining Room (main floor).
8:15 Meet your guide in the Retail Shop (lower level) for introductions and weigh-in. You should be fully dressed and ready to go outside (winter boots provided).
8:30-9:45 Your guide will lead you through a backcountry safety briefing before meeting the helicopter for an orientation of the aircraft. Once training is complete, you will return to the hotel to finalize what you need for the day and make sure you have all your gear (including ski/snowboard boots).
10:00 -10:15 Lift for 1st run and ski until lunch. Lunch in the mountains and then continue skiing.
~3:00-4:00Après-ski in the Mountain Guides Lounge at the Hillcrest for snacks, beverages and socializing. Timing for apres is an estimate, dependant on time of year and weather/ski conditions. Dinner time will be posted daily on the information board on the lower level of the hotel.
Schedule for Day 2 and Beyond
On the subsequent days of your package, buffet breakfast begins at 7:00am in the Hillcrest Hotel Dining Room. Be sure to meet your guide dressed and ready to ski in the hotel lobby at 8:15am unless otherwise directed. At the conclusion of your final day of skiing, please return your transceiver to the retail shop. You should also close your account at this time if you have any extra vertical meters, retail items, or accommodation charges pending. And be sure to come see us in the reservations office just off the hotel lobby to book your trip for next season!
STHS 2017/18: Small Group Program Itinerary
Please check-in at the front desk of the Coast Hillcrest Hotel in the afternoon prior to your first day of heli skiing or riding. Once you are settled in, make your way to the retail and ski shop located on the lower level to select your powder skis or snowboard with our expert technicians. You should bring your ski or snowboard boots at this time if you intend on using our equipment (rental is included in your package). An orientation will commence at 6:30pm followed by dinner in the Hillcrest Hotel Dining Room. At the orientation, a guest services representative will welcome you to our operation, outline meeting times for the morning, describe a typical day of heli skiing and riding, and show an informative safety video. A guide will also be present to inform you of the weather forecast as well as current snow and ski/riding conditions.
Schedule for Day 1 of your Package
6:30 Optional Stretch class in the Mt. Revelstoke Room (2nd floor).
7:00-8:15 Full buffet breakfast in the Hillcrest Hotel Dining Room (main floor).
8:15 Meet your guide in the Retail Shop (lower level) for introductions and weigh-in. You should be fully dressed and ready to go outside (winter boots provided).
8:30-9:45 Your guide will lead you through a backcountry safety briefing before meeting the helicopter for an orientation of the aircraft. Once training is complete, you will return to the hotel to finalize what you need for the day and make sure you have all your gear (including ski/snowboard boots).
10:00 -10:15 Lift for 1st run and ski until lunch. Lunch in the mountains and then continue skiing.
~3:00-4:00 Après-ski in the Mountain Guides Lounge at the Hillcrest for snacks, beverages and socializing. Timing for apres is an estimate, dependant on time of year and weather/ski conditions.
Dinner time will be posted daily on the information board on the lower level of the hotel.
Schedule for Day 2 and Beyond
On the subsequent days of your package, buffet breakfast begins at 7:00am in the Hillcrest Hotel Dining Room. Be sure to meet your guide dressed and ready to ski in the hotel lobby at 8:15am unless otherwise directed. At the conclusion of your final day of skiing, please return your transceiver to the retail shop. You should also close your account at this time if you have any extra vertical meters, retail items, or accommodation charges pending. And be sure to come see us in the reservations office just off the hotel lobby to book your trip for next season!
Getting Here
Our main base is the Coast Hillcrest Hotel, located just off the Trans Canada Highway, 7
kilometers east of the main turnoff into Revelstoke.
If driving from the east you will see the large Hillcrest Hotel sign on the left hand side prior to reaching Revelstoke.
If driving from the west, keep driving past the turnoffs to get into Revelstoke and you will then see the sign on your right hand side. Oak Drive is the road leading off the Trans Canada at this point and it will lead you directly to the Hotel.
Please be sure to check www.drivebc.ca before you start your drive to Revelstoke to keep up to date on the latest
road conditions.
Sutton Place Hotel Shuttle: If you are staying at the Sutton Place Hotel at the base of Revelstoke Mountain Resort, please contact us 24 hours prior to your trip to book a complimentary shuttle. This shuttle departs from the Sutton Place Hotel at 7:15am and returns from Selkirk Tangiers around 5:00pm.
Taxi Service: There are two main taxi services operating in Revelstoke. Mornings are busy, so pre-book the night
before.
STHS Etiquette and Safety
At Selkirk Tangiers Heli Skiing, guest/staff safety is our main focus. Please read through these tips to help ensure everyone has an amazing day of skiing.
Safety Rules
- Always listen to the guide’s instructions. Don’t hesitate to ask for clarification if you are uncertain.
- We are in a remote mountain environment – look out for one another and behave as a team.
- Choose your own fresh ski or board line, but always add your tracks on to the left or right of the guide’s track (guide will specify these instructions before each run). Always be aware of where you are in relation to your guide’s track, especially when riding in the forest.
- Give a minimum 10-turns head start to the guide or other skiers ahead of you.
- NEVER SKI OR RIDE BELOW YOUR GUIDE.
- Ski with a partner while you are in the forest, your mutual safety depends on it. Tree wells are a serious hazard in the Selkirk and Monashee Mountains.
- Do not use pole straps around wrist or hands - this is dangerous because poles can get snagged within the trees and act as anchors if you are caught in an avalanche.
- If you get lost from the rest of the group REMAIN WHERE YOU ARE, your guide will find you. If you keep skiing the situation may become worse.
- No music devices they interfere with communications with the guides and fellow skiers.
- Cell Phones must be turned off, they can interfere with the performance of your avalanche transceive
- No drugs or alcohol consumption during your heli day – strictly enforced. Contravention of this will result in expulsion from the group and an early end to your heli day. Please also try to limit consumption the evening before as well!
Ski Courtesy
- Ski into re-grouping areas slowly and under control.
- Take turns skiing behind your guide, in the middle of the group, and at the back.
- Always ski in control. Most accidents are caused by skier collisions, or by hitting natural hazards.
- Help fallen skiers with lost skis or equipment.
- If a boarder is stuck on the flats, skiers can lend a pole or assist them with a push or helping hand.
- When flat areas are encountered, snowboarders have more success traversing at the back of the group where they can ride in ski tracks made by those in front.
Other
- No loose items can be left in the helicopter so you need to ski with whatever you bring.
- After you are finished your ski trip please return your transceivers to the ski shop. Leave your skis in the rack outside for a staff member to return to the rental
- area.
Please note: For the safety of everyone, STHS ski guides reserve the right to remove any skier / snowboarder from a heliski group if the above Etiquette & Safety guidelines are not being complied with.
STHS Electronics Policy
Electronic devices, metallic objects, as well as wireless signals have been found to adversely affect avalanche transceiver performance in both transmit and receive modes. The following is a list of devices which are prohibited while skiing with Selkirk Tangiers.
Electronics
- Audio listening devices such as ear buds or built-in helmet speakers attached to any portable listening device.
- GoPro Session 5 cameras
- Any electronic devices with wifi/bluetooth capability enabled e.g. POV/helmet cameras, wrist watches, goggles with digital display. **Note goggles and cameras can be used with basic functions but wifi / bluetooth controls are not permitted in the skiing environment.
- Heart rate monitors.
- Any chest-mounted electronic device e.g. chest-mounted GoPro.
- Any type of personal drone camera system.
A Special Note on Cellular Telephones
It is important to note that there is no cellular service in our helicopter skiing terrain. Using the phone as a camera is allowed provided the following conditions are met:
- The phone is always switched to AIRPLANE MODE and is turned OFF at all times, only to be turned ON to take pictures then promptly turned OFF.
- The phone must be kept a minimum 20cm/8 inches away from the Pulse Barryvox transceiver at all times.
Clothing
- Clothing with large magnetic buttons and/or large metallic belt buckles and adornments near the chest/waist.
- Any electrically heated clothing systems including (but not limited to) gloves, jackets, & pants except for heated socks or ski / snowboard boots.
Other Notes
The following is a list of devices that may be taken into the heli skiing environment provided that the device(s) can be guaranteed to remain at least 20cm/8 inches apart from the Pulse Barryvox transceiver at all times:
- Cellular telephones (see above)
- Portable radios such as the ones issued by Selkirk Tangiers.
- Personal still picture and motion picture cameras.
- Any metal object including foil wrappers on candy bars and cigarette packages.
In the event of an avalanche or lost skier search the following actions must be taken by all persons involved directly in the search:
- Switch off all electronic equipment including cameras and cellular telephones.
- Ensure that all metal objects including electronics and cellular telephones remain at least 50cm / 20 inches from the searching Pulse Barryvox transceivers.
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LUEX is unable to monitor or check all information provided, especially links to other websites. LUEX is unable to maintain and update this content. In this respect, LUEX is unable to assume any responsibility.
3. Intermediary services
LUEX facilitates the provision of travel-related products and services by Service providers in the form of travel modules and services. LUEX is not a tour operator and does not deliver, own or control any of the travel-related products and services on offer. The travel-related products and services are delivered directly by the Service provider. The offerings provided by LUEX are intended for natural persons. In this context, the Traveller / Group leader making the booking must be at least 18 years of age. A Group leader aged 18 years or over must book for under-age travel companions. The offerings are primarily intended for Travellers from Germany. In utilising this offering, the Group leader making the booking promises that they are authorised to act on behalf of their travel companions, in particular to arrange travel-related services and to conclude contractual arrangements in the name of the Travellers. The Group leader is liable to LUEX as the joint and several debtor in addition to the individual Travellers for the payment of the travel-related products and services booked. Legally binding declarations received by the Group leader are deemed to have been received by all Travellers in the tour group.
4. Bookings
To the extent that no further commitment periods have been agreed, the following shall apply: By filling in the booking templates and confirming the booking procedure, the Traveller/Group leader commissions LUEX to finalise the intermediated procurement with the Service provider. A confirmation of receipt from LUEX with respect to an order immediately after the Traveller/Group leader has transmitted the data does not constitute a binding confirmation of the intermediated travel-related products and services.
Immediately upon receipt of the booking, LUEX shall assess the availability of all the booked products and services from the Service provider/s. Following this assessment, the Traveller/Group leader shall be issued a booking confirmation. The Traveller/Group leader is obliged to check this confirmation carefully immediately upon receipt. If information appearing on the confirmation or in another document is incorrect or incomplete, the Traveller/Group leader is obliged to inform LUEX immediately - in text form if possible. Alterations at a later point in time can only be considered if LUEX could reasonably be expected to make such changes. Unreasonable alterations are such changes in particular that involve additional costs for LUEX, unless the Traveller/Group leader reimburses these costs.
A binding agreement between the Traveller and the respective Service provider shall only eventuate when the binding booking confirmation has been transmitted to the Traveller/Group leader; the automatic LUEX confirmation of receipt is not a booking confirmation.
The following applies when a Group leader makes a booking for several Travellers: With their booking, the Group leader confirms that they are permitted to legally represent the group members (Travellers) and that the Group leader is permitted to make and receive declarations on behalf of the group members. If travel vouchers are dispatched, they shall be sent solely to the Group leader for the whole tour group. Payments shall be processed exclusively through the Group leader with debt discharging effect.
The contractual obligation of LUEX is limited to the proper intermediation of the booked travel-related products and services. The contractual obligations of LUEX do not include the delivery of the booked product or service.
5. Payments, cancellation charges
LUEX is entitled to demand payment of deposits and outstanding amounts in accordance with the general terms and conditions as well as the terms and conditions of payment of the Service provider of the mediated product or service. Payment shall be collected as instructed by the respective Service provider. It is possible that the method of payment accepted by the Service provider may differ from the standard modes of payment used by LUEX or in Germany generally. The details are to be found in each of the offerings respectively. To the extent that nothing to the contrary has been agreed, the following shall apply:
Following receipt of the payment request, payment of the deposit indicated on the payment request is to be made in a single payment within one week by means of the payment method indicated. The deposit shall be at least 25% of the total price of the travel-related products or services that have been booked. The outstanding amount for the travel-related products or services is to be paid no later than 30 days prior to the commencement of travel as a single payment by means of the payment method indicated without any further request for payment. In the case of tour groups, the Group leader is responsible for ensuring consistent payment processing. The total price of a tour booked at short notice (within 30 days of tour commencement) is due immediately.
If due payments are not made or not made in full and the Traveller/Group leader does not pay after a reminder with a final due date, LUEX or the Service provider are able to withdraw from the particular agreement, unless LUEX or the Service provider is already responsible for a significant flaw, failing or shortcoming at this time. If the Traveller is responsible for the cancellation, LUEX or the Service provider can demand compensation in accordance with the agreed fixed rates for compensation. If nothing else has been stipulated within the offer/travel confirmation, the fixed rate in the event of the Traveller cancelling more than 30 days prior to departure is 25% of the price of the tour. The Traveller/Group leader is entitled to provide evidence of lower costs or costs that did not eventuate, while LUEX is free to calculate and demonstrate substantially higher costs.
LUEX assumes no currency risks. In order to minimise currency risks, LUEX shall exchange the travel payments received into the target currency of the country of the respective Service provider as soon as possible after receipt of payment. In the event of major currency fluctuations, the Traveller/Group leader shall indemnify LUEX against any proven currency exchange losses. Reimbursements shall be made solely by means of bank transfers in the currency of the recipient. Bank fees and charges shall be borne by the Traveller/Group leader.
If the Traveller/Group leader pays by bank transfer, LUEX can only facilitate a smooth booking process if the Traveller/Group leader uses the designated booking ID in the purpose field of the bank transfer which is specified in the request for payment. Otherwise LUEX may not be able to assign the payment to the correct booking. A failure to do that correctly can result in the cancellation of a trip in the worst-case scenario.
If the Traveller wishes to book not as a private individual, but as a business traveller acting on instructions or as a legal representative, this must be noted already during the booking process and cannot be subsequently altered. This can have taxation consequences and should therefore be carefully considered.
The customer shall receive a payment receipt in the form of a booking confirmation from LUEX showing the total price, either paid or to be paid to the Service provider.
6. Alterations, cancellations, reimbursements
In the event that a confirmed booking is modified or cancelled, LUEX is to be contacted as quickly as possible in this matter such that a possible solution can be sought in consultation with the Traveller/Group leader. Additional costs that result for LUEX or the Service provider shall be borne by the Traveller/Group leader, whereby LUEX reserves the right to invoice a minimum fee of €50 for changes demanded solely by the Traveller.
Should there be a modification or cancellation by LUEX / the Service provider, LUEX shall also contact the Traveller/Group leader as soon as possible and seek a possible solution.
LUEX notes explicitly that as an intermediary LUEX cannot assume responsibility for the performance of the Service provider. In particular, LUEX offers individual travel-related products and services to exotic destinations. The Traveller recognises that booking and processing these products and services are more difficult and that a higher degree of flexibility is expected of these than for mass tourism.
7. Complaints and ratings
Should the Traveller be dissatisfied with an aspect of the travel-related product or service received in a particular case and wish to submit a complaint, they are to approach the Service provider or their representative directly at the location during their current stay so that this person can attempt to solve the problem. LUEX recommends notifying the Service provider in text form that documents the shortcomings, if possible with the aid of photos.
If the problem cannot be resolved during the stay, the Service provider must be contacted within 30 days of returning from the trip. The Service provider should then respond to the correspondence according to the applicable laws and regulations. Receipt should be confirmed in 14 days and a full response received within 28 days. If this is not the case, an explanation for the delay should be received from the Service provider.
Should the travel-related product or service not match the description on the LUEX platform, the customer must approach the Service provider or their representative directly at the location during the customer's stay. LUEX shall support customers with respect to their complaint. LUEX is to be informed of the facts involved in the situation as soon as possible in order to be able to assist in finding a solution.
The Service provider is to be contacted immediately in the event of flight or transportation problems. Customers are to check information and the general terms and conditions given to customers via the Service provider before the commencement of travel.
8. Visa, passport and travel regulations
The Traveller/Group leader shall pay attention to the special visa, passport and travel regulations for the Travellers and their country of destination. LUEX makes every effort to inform customers as comprehensively and accurately as possible. To the extent that LUEX draws attention to particular details, this can only be considered as non-binding information. Considering the high number and frequency of possible amendments to regulations, Travellers/Group leaders are requested to contact the relevant embassy/consulate for the particular destination. In this respect LUEX can assume no responsibility whatsoever for any assurance, guarantee, currency or accuracy of the information. The information provided by Travellers’ ministries of foreign affairs are a reliable source with respect to many travel destinations.
It is the sole responsibility of the Traveller/Group leader to ensure that all Travellers are in possession of all requisite travel documents (passport, Visa, etc.) at the commencement of travel and that all Travellers fulfil the health requirements.
9. Insurance
To the extent that it is not expressly offered, insurance cover does not constitute part of the travel-related products and services offered. LUEX recommends that customers take out travel insurance, in particular travel cancellation cost insurance and in certain circumstances overseas travel insurance, including an overseas health cover component. LUEX names a reliable partner offering the relevant insurance policies to its customers at: http://www.luex.com/info/insurances.html.
10. Liability, responsibility
LUEX depends on the information provided to it by the Service providers with respect to the details of the travel-related goods and services. LUEX has only extremely limited opportunities to check such information with respect to their accuracy and completeness. Consequently, LUEX is unable to provide any guarantees or assurances with respect to the completeness, accuracy or currency of such information. The same applies for any other information made available by third parties.
LUEX is not liable for the availability of the travel-related product or service at the time of booking or for the performance of the booked travel-related product or service by the Service provider.
Within the scope of its performance obligations, LUEX is only liable for any losses that may result in the following cases, irrespective of legal grounds: The statutory regulations shall apply with the following restriction: Liability or minor negligence on the part of LUEX or its vicarious agents is excluded, provided that neither an essential contractual obligation was breached nor is there a case of initial incapacity, impossibility or default on the part of LUEX. Otherwise liability is limited to the value of the travel-related products and services booked, in any case however to predictable and typical losses. The exclusions of liability or facilitation shall apply in the same manner to the executive bodies of LUEX, as well as to their vicarious agents.
Travellers and Group leaders shall be liable to LUEX for each and every reservation/booking that is made in bad faith or with deceitful intent or with erroneous or incomplete personal data. The opportunity to book travel-related goods and services may only be utilised in order to make legal bookings as a Traveller or as a Group leader for a third party. At the same time, in utilising the offerings the Group leader guarantees that they are authorised and are permitted to act in the name of fellow travellers. In the event that there is a breach of these guarantee, the Group leader is liable without limitation to LUEX and their respective Service providers for the losses resulting from the aforesaid person’s actions.
In many countries there are safety standards that differ from those generally found in Europe, Australia or the USA. Travelers/Group leaders are strongly encouraged, also in their own interest, to access information once again immediately before commencing travel in accessible sources, such as the internet pages of the Foreign Office, with respect to changes in the travel regulations and safety warnings for the country of destination.
11. Final provisions
Should business terms and conditions or parts of the agreement be or become invalid, the validity of the remaining parts of the agreements shall not be affected.
Amendments or additions to all agreements, including a divergence from these general terms and conditions, are only possible in text form (written, by fax or e-mail). Oral agreements require written confirmation to be valid.
All communication between LUEX and a Traveller/Group leader is to be undertaken by e-mail if possible. The Traveller/Group leader therefore promises to receive and read e-mails and implement the information/instructions from LUEX accordingly. LUEX must be informed immediately of changes in contact details.
All contractual relations between LUEX, its customers and Service providers are subject exclusively to German law - with the exception of the UN Contract for the International Sale of Goods (CISG) convention. Köln shall be the mutually agreed place of jurisdiction for non-German Travellers.
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Selkirk Tangiers Helicopter Skiing LLPRevelstoke British Columbia V0E 2S0
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Your personal expert for this trip
Martin, LUEX's Head of Travel, started out skating in the UK, before escaping to the powder of Canadian mountains. He found his way to LUEX through years of chasing snow in winter and waves in France during summer. These days, he manages our surf and snow teams, while squeezing in surf trips to his favorite right-handers at Cokes and Kasabu in the Maldives, or powder missions to the tree-lined runs of Revelstoke. At LUEX, he combines his love for board sports with making sure every trip runs smoothly.
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