Embark on an unforgettable backcountry ski holiday and stay in a luxury basecamp in BC, Canada!
You’ll arrive at camp by helicopter to find everything set up and waiting for you. Say goodbye to the hassle of planning, and let us take care of the details.
What to expect
Our communal tent is your gathering spot for dining, dancing, and socializing. Unwind in luxurious comfort in our backcountry winter camping experience.
Sink into your cozy cot in your heated private satellite tent for a restful night’s sleep. With all the creature comforts you need – a sound system, generator, sleeping cots, and propane stoves – you’ll be ready for another day of adventure. Your crew will be led by an AGMG guide and supported by a tail guide who will take you to the goods daily.
Overview
Experience the ultimate adventure on this luxury basecamp backcountry ski holiday in BC, Canada.
Itinerary
Luxury basecamp backcountry ski holiday in BC, Canada: Itinerary.
Monday (to Basecamp)
10:45am Arrival at airport and check-in
11:00am Helicopter Safety briefing
11:15am Self-drive to D'Arcy
11:30am First cargo flight out of Pemberton (Wx dependant)
12:00pm Arrive in D'Arcy
12:15pm First guest flight out of D'Arcy (Wx dependant)
1:30pm All guests arrive at the Basecamp (Wx and group size dependant)
1:45pm Basecamp Talk and packed lunch
2:30pm Transceiver Training *Bonus ski lap if daylight and conditions allow
4:00pm Après
7:30pm Dinner
Tuesday
6:30am Cold breakfast and coffee
7:30am Hot breakfast
8:00am Guide Briefing
8:45am Ski departure - ski until dusk or whenever group decides to head back
4:00pm Après when guests get home from skiing
7:30pm Dinner
Wednesday
6:30am Cold breakfast and coffee
7:30am Hot breakfast
8:00am Guide Briefing
8:45am Ski departure - ski until dusk or whenever group decides to head back
4:00pm Après when guests get home from skiing
7:30pm Dinner
Thursday (out of the Basecamp)
6:30am Cold breakfast and coffee
7:30am Hot breakfast
*Bags packed ready to catch flights
9:15am Flights commence (Wx dependant)
11:00am Last guests land in D'Arcy (Wx and group size dependant)
11:45am Last helicopter lands in Pemberton (Wx and group size dependant)
Thursday (to Basecamp):
8:15am Arrive at airport and check-in
8:30am Helicopter safety briefing
8:45am Self-drive to D'Arcy
9:00am First cargo flight out of Pemberton (Wx dependant)
9:30am Arrive in D'Arcy
9:45am First guest flight from D'Arcy (Wx Dependant)
11:00am All guests arrive at the lodge (Wx and group size dependant)
11:15am Packed lunch
11:30pm Transceiver Training
12:45pm Departure for skiing - ski until dusk or whenever group decides to head back
4:00pm Après and Basecamp Talk
7:30pm Dinner
Sunday
6:30am Cold breakfast and coffee
7:30am Hot breakfast
8:00am Guide Briefing
8:45am Ski departure - ski until dusk or whenever group decides to head back
4:00pm Après when guests get home from skiing
7:30pm Dinner
Monday
6:30am Cold breakfast and coffee
7:30am Hot breakfast
8:00am Guide Briefing
8:45am Ski departure - ski until dusk or whenever group decides to head back
4:00pm Après when guests get home from skiing
7:30pm Dinner
Tuesday: (out of the Basecamp)
6:30am Cold breakfast and coffee
7:30am Hot breakfast
8:00am Guide Briefing
*Bags packed before skiing
8:45am Ski departure
11:30am Return to catch flights
11:45am Flights commence (Wx dependant)
1:30pm Last guests land in D'Arcy (Wx and group size dependant)
2:15pm Last helicopter lands in Pemberton (Wx and group size dependant)
Provider Information
What's Included
- Certified ACMG Ski/Board guides
- Three meals a day plus snacks, prepared by our private chef (not on site)
- Roundtrip helicopter flights from Darcy Staging Area
- Accommodations in heated tents
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Backcountry ski equipment and clothing
- Ski mountaineering equipment (harnesses, crampons, etc.)
- Camp clothes
- Winter-rated boots for walking around the camp
- Hut booties for inside your tent
