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Terrain: |
| Imagine the best heli ski vacation of your life in the largest permitted tract of heli ski terrain on Earth. The Chugach Mountains hold 40% of the world’s glaciers with peaks jutting straight from the Pacific. 65’ of snow creates an Alaska winter wonderland. With moderate to expert slopes, a small client-to-guide ratio, and an educational approach to backcountry skiing, we will guide you through these beautiful mountains on the planet. The heliski or heli boarding adventure of a lifetime! |
The Most Terrain - access to 2.6 million acres, more than any other operator in the world. Nine unique staging locations access good snow when other operators cannot. We earned these permits in a competitive process because of our experience, safety record and respect for the environment. Our is to take you to the terrain that best meets your goals and ability from moderate glacier bowls to steep faces, couloirs and chutes. Our emphasis is on safe route selection and teamwork. |
| Helicopters: |
Group/Lift Size: |
| B-2 A Stars
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We limit our number of groups to 4 per week or 20 people on public ships. We do take more on private ships.
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| Location: |
Closest Major Airport: |
| Valdez, Alaska. Based out of the beautiful Small Boat Harbor in downtown Valdez you will have fun with the H2O team on and off the slopes and become part of an international family |
Valdez Airport only 4 miles away. Anchorage Airport is a 40-minute flight into Valdez or a 6-hour drive to Valdez
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| Standard Packages Offered: |
Packages Include: |
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Package Include six-runs/day, an average of 20,000 vertical feet. A personal greeting at the Valdez Airport by our friendly staff, Ground transportation in Valdez, ,The best big mountain equipment available: HEAD Skis, poles, Heli ski packs, Black Diamond harness, Back Country Access Tracker digital transceiver, probes, shovels, shared knowledge of the latest advancements in backcountry techniques and etiquette and lunch
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| Average Vertical: |
Price of Extra Vertical: |
| 20,000 vertical feet
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$100 per run
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Maximum number of guests: |
| 65 feet or 780 inches |
We limit our number of groups to 4 per week or 20 people on public ships. |
| Minimum age requirement: |
Powder skis required: |
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We encourage our guests to bring the equipment they are most comfortable using. You must bring your boots. We do provide safety equipment, fat skis, and snowboards if needed at no additional charge.
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Hotels recommended for pre & post accommodation: |
| The only requirement is that they need to be able to ski powder! It is all backcountry here there are no groomed runs. A lot of the terrain is wide-open powder fields that go on forever on a moderate slope. We have a lot of intermediate skiers/snowboarders. |
Lodging is at the Best Western Harbor Inn located right on the Prince William Sound. The rooms are recently remodeled with high-speed internet access, cable, refrigerators and microwaves. There is an on-site restaurant, bar, exercise facility, barber shop, gift shop and our office is located in the lobby. |
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| We will greet you at the Valdez airport, help you settle in to your accommodations located right on the Prince William Sound, prepare and make sure you have all your safety equipment for the next days adventure. Motorhomes work great for a Valdez base camp. Excellent mobility and comfort are some of the benefits, and waking up at the foot of the Range is truly spectacular. Talk with the friendly staff at ABC Motorhomes www.abcmotorhome.com) and let them know youll be flying with us! |
Getting here is easier than you might think. Major airlines connect to Valdez daily. Try to arrive in Anchorage before 4 pm on a Saturday. Then you can catch the last commuter flight to Valdez on ERA Aviation (800-866-8394). This 40-minute flight with peaks as far as the eye can see. Get a window seat on the left side with your camera ready. Confirm airline reservations in advanced to secure the best rates. The major airlines include Delta, American, Alaska, United, Northwest and Continental. |
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Why Us: |
| Because none of us can control the weather or snow conditions, we have built in two back-up days for every package, increasing your odds to fly all of your reserved days. If we deem conditions unflyable or unsafe, you may push your reservation to the next flyable day or take guided alternate activities like ice climbing, ski/snowboard touring, advanced avalanche beacon training, crevasse rescue or deep-sea fishing. |
Experience - Dean Cummings pioneered helicopter skiing in Alaska. H2O is committed to providing a safe and educational experience
Safety - The best safety record in Alaska - with no serious injuries.
The Most Terrain - More than any other operator in the world! H2O’s permits include over one million acres. We fly even when there is bad weather on the coast!
Less is More - Only four groups per week means less waiting and more shredding.
Personalization - H2O ensures that you access the best terrain for your ability
US Heli Assoc. Members… H2O has high standards and excellent business practices
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