Courses

Mountain­eering

The pinnacle of alpine adventure! Comprehensive glacier travel, rope systems, and expedition skills training prepare you to navigate mountain terrain and alpine ascents with competence and intention.

Overview

This six-day Introduction to Mountaineering course blends structured technical training with daily alpine mini-expeditions.

Led by ACMG-certified guides, this high-altitude program operates in the Gold Range of the Monashee Mountains.

All instruction is provided by ACMG-certified guides with extensive alpine climbing and teaching experience. 

Who It’s For

Novice to intermediate

Duration

6 days

Max. Group Size

6 participants (+ 2 guides)

What You’ll Gain

Crevasse and rope rescue techniques.

Glacier travel.

Whiteout navigation.

Belay techniques.

Gear placement and rope systems.

A Typical Day

01
Pre-trip meeting the afternoon before the trip start date at 1pm for waiver signing, gear check, food packing, safety review and après.
02
Meet at the helicopter hanger on the morning of the trip start date.
03
Helicopter and wildlife safety briefing.
04
Morning flight into the mountaineering area.
05
Full mountaineering instruction days.
06
Group meal preparation and shared evenings.
07
Final day return flights mid-afternoon to après.
08
Two guides per six guests.

Real guests. Real stories.

I was thrilled that despite being unable to walk far, I was able to enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery and wildflowers. The extra helicopter time at the end of the Heli Picnic was a great add-on….what a ride!
Judy A
Kelowna, BC
If you're looking for the perfect vacation where safety, customer service and every detail is looked after, then Heli Canada Adventures is the choice for you.
Tracy L
Calgary, AB
Fantastic pure wilderness adventure provided by Bob and Mark. Great mountain scenery amplified by the cross-country backpacking and no human trace style camping.
Garry M
Colorado, USA
Had a great time and would gladly recommend Heli Canada Adventures to anyone.
Ron J
Colorado, USA
What a great way to get a fantastic experience in the top of the Canadian wilderness in all its glory!
Kathy C
California, USA
This is the best way to explore true wilderness.
Pat & Melinda C
Oregon, USA
Heli Canada Adventures enables you to reach destinations you never thought you could accomplish. They take mountaineering and bring it to a level where you are pushing yourself but in a safe environment. Because of that, you find yourself seeing places you never even dreamed of!
Linda L
New York, USA

An experience you’ll be reliving for years to come

Safe and meaningful experiences in the mountains are at the heart of everything we do.

Each season, we refine and expand what’s possible so you can explore further, discover more, and return with stories that stay with you long after the rotor blades fall silent.