THE EXPERIENCE
WHISTLER ICE CAVE experience
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime helicopter adventure across the Pemberton Icefield. Touch down on ancient glaciers, step inside natural ice caves, and enjoy a gourmet spread overlooking the coastal mountain ranges. Guided by our expert team, prepare to experience the wild beauty of British Columbia in a place only a few have ever seen.
Trips Starting from
$2,325 / Person
Custom Groups Available
Heli Departure
9:00 AM
Custom Departures Available
Duration
4.5 - 5 HOURS
Round Trip
Season
YEAR - ROUND
Weather & Snowpack Dependent
The Journey Begins
The Ascent
The day begins with anticipation. You meet your pilot and guide, gear up, and feel the first pulse of rotor wind sweep across the valley.
The helicopter rises and the world falls away — ridgelines, frozen rivers, and deep alpine blues unfold beneath you.
Your transformative journey begins.
GLACIER LANDING
Touch the Untouched
The helicopter settles gently onto an ancient field of blue-white ice. The door opens, and for a moment there is nothing — no sound, no movement — just stillness.
Step out onto the glacier. The air is thin, sharp, electric. Beneath your boots, the surface fractures light into a thousand shades of crystal.
You’ve arrived somewhere time moves differently.
The ice caves
The Heart of the Glacier
Follow your guide into the glacier’s depths — a world shaped by melt, pressure, and time.
The walls shimmer with refracted light, shifting from pale blue to deep sapphire. Every step feels like a heartbeat within the mountain itself.
Inside this cathedral of ice, silence speaks louder than sound.
APRÈS & RETURN
Warmth After Cold
Celebrate with complimentary champagne and a final cheers before your departure. Back aboard the helicopter, the mountains shrink to shadow and line as you descend through the alpine air.
You’ve gone beyond distance. You’ve touched something elemental.
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Every detail is taken care of, so you can relax and immerse yourself in the experience.
Round-trip ground transfer from your Whistler accommodation to the heliport (Village pick-up available)
Scenic helicopter flight over the Pemberton Icefield
Guided interpretive ice cave exploration
Gourmet mountain meal on the glacier
Complimentary Champagne
Adventure gear (as needed)
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We provide all of the gear you will require for your adventure. However, you are welcome to use your own outerwear if preferred.
Please dress as if you were heading out for a day of skiing, we’ll cover everything else you will need.
Warm winter clothing and base layers
Toque, gloves, thermal socks
Sunglasses & sunscreen
Camera and or phone
Upgrades
Want to customize your experience on the Ice Cap?
Reach out to our team to learn more about how we can make your Ice Cave Experience even more tailored to your special needs.
Personal Photography
Private Chef-De-Cuisine
Extended Scenic Flights
Frequently Asked Questions
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No! Our tours are designed for adventurers of all ages and skill levels - no previous mountain experience required. As long as you’re comfortable walking short distances on uneven or icy terrain, you’ll be able to enjoy this experience.
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Safety is always our top priority. If weather conditions prevent us from flying, we’ll work with you to reschedule your tour at no additional cost. Please read our full reschedule and cancellation policies here.
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Yes! All participants will need to read and sign a waiver that will be witnessed by one of our team. Absolutely no exceptions.
Ready to go Beyond?
Ready for the experience of a lifetime?
Let us know when you’ll be visiting Whistler, and one of our team will be in touch to start planning your adventure with you.