MICA Heliskiing

Enjoy the luxury of exclusive access to one of the world's most prized mountain ranges.  Enjoy the western Canadian Rockies! Jaw dropping peaks, legendary pillow lines, perfectly fall-line tree skiing and of course, the burn. All minutes from the lodge or as far as you want to go in the private program.

Gloriously remote, our lodge perches magnificently above the waters of the Columbia River offering breathtaking views of the Rocky, Monashee and Selkirk mountain ranges. A place where the wilderness landscape, luxury lodge experience and human connection combine in captivating adventure.

A masterpiece of practicality and elegance with the finest of comfort, dining, and everything else you could want in between. Adventure-filled days are bolstered by relaxing evenings stargazing from a rooftop hot tub or cozying up to a crackling fire before enjoying a mouthwatering gourmet meal, fine wine and conversation. 

Private program guests stay in our newly constructed quarters - a private, luxury space designed for effortless connection and personal comfort. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exclusive retreat features a spacious living and games room for gathering, a covered deck with hot tub, and infrared sauna. Here, the only distractions are the crackle of the fire, the stunning lakeside views and the clink of glasses raised to the day’s adventure.

We approach every day in the mountains with care, experience, and industry-leading standards to manage risk responsibly. Everything we do reflects our commitment to evaluating risk in the inherently unpredictable mountain environment. While backcountry skiing will always carry risk, we take it seriously and our team is committed to operating with the highest safety standards in the heli-skiing industry. Our strong safety record speaks to the expertise, preparation, and dedication of our entire team.

Our exceptional guides are fully certified by the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides or the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations and bring a wealth of experience in a backcountry winter environment. Each day, our guiding team carefully monitors weather and snowpack data to assess terrain and evaluate the risks associated with heli-skiing, while also finding the best snow possible.  

Our guiding team use snow science tools and consistent field testing to evaluate avalanche conditions and build daily operating plans. Every morning, guides and pilots hold comprehensive meetings to review weather, snowpack, and plan terrain selection. All guides and pilots are certified to the highest levels in their fields and maintain current training through regular recertification.

Our helicopter operations are built around safety, efficiency, and clear communication. We work with trusted partners: Arrow Helicopters (A-Stars) for our Classic Program and Skyline Helicopters (Augusta Koala) for our Private Program. All aircraft are serviced daily at our on-site hangar by certified engineers.

Our pilots bring extensive mountain flying experience and participate in annual guide training, which includes mock rescue scenarios. During the season, they join daily planning meetings with the guiding team to review snowpack and weather to collaboratively plan for the best ski day possible.

Prior to your first ski day, our pilots deliver a comprehensive helicopter awareness and safety briefing. While out in the field, pilots and guides check-in every half hour with our lodge dispatch who track aircraft location and provide weather updates. Each helicopter is equipped with GPS tracking, a Garmin InReach and rescue equipment. 

For more information on travel to MICA Heliskiing from the city of Kelowna, please explore our Kelowna to Revelstoke shuttle options.