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Powder. Privacy. Plenty Of Both.
Some places are hard to leave. This place is hard to forget.
We are family owned and operated since the 1960s.
Why Us
It's Always Been More Than Skiing.
Family owned and operated since the 1960s, we are passionate about discovery, opportunity, and immersing ourselves in the world around us. These pillars help inspire confidence both on and off the mountain and create lasting bonds between the guests and the staff that make it all happen. To us it's more than just skiing.
Why Us?
Why Us? >>
6,250 Km² of Untouched Powder.
190 times larger than Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort. just you and a small group of friends.
There are tracks here. They are just waiting to be made. Glaciers disappear toward the horizon. Tree runs just minutes from the lodge. And beyond the places we've already skied lies far more that we haven't.
Ski Experience >>
The Lodge
Nestled deep in the central coast mountains, you'll feel completely at home
At the end of the day, the helicopter brings you back to the banks of the Dean River Valley. Boots come off. Drinks appear. Someone fires up the sauna. Dinner turns into stories from the day and excitement for tomorrow.
The Lodge >>
The Lodge >>
Arrive in Vancouver. We handle the Rest.
Once you arrive in Vancouver, we take care of the journey. Private charter flight, a helicopter transfer to the lodge, and the return trip the following Friday are all organized for you.
You bring your bags. We handle the rest.
Planning & Logistics >>
What our Guests Say
There is no part of this operation that isn't a full raving 5 STARS!! Exceptional staff, amazing location, next level terrain and culinary offerings on par with the top restaurants in the world. If your looking for a trip of a lifetime don't look any further you found it.
Adam Buskard
“There are few places where you can truly feel like you ‘got away’ and with that were treated to over the top foodie delights, enjoyed being cared for by truly passionate, professional and caring guides and staff! This place is magic! Impossible to describe the feeling as leave a rustic luxury timber frame lodge & cabins, surrounded by all tall trees and in a 4 minute flight you are skiing chest deep blower powder! This is one that stays with you for life. Thank you GB Team”
Powder Matt
I've been to many heli-ski lodges and the woman's touch at Great Bear is undeniable and deeply appreciated. The cozy robes, fresh-cut flowers, and beautiful tablescapes for meals did not go unnoticed. And the food was out of this world. I'm used to eating soggy sandwiches on the slopes. To sit on furs with a thermos of homemade soup in the middle of the alpine was an absolute treat.
Jen Murphy
“Every member of Great Bear Heli Skiing's staff are dedicated to your singularly amazing experience in the wild mountains east of Bella Coola. Without exception, every member of Mandi's, Dyllan's and Zoe's team - guides, chef's and support crew - are fully focused on your comfort, your safety and with leaving GBHS with lifetime memories of new found friends and outstanding back country powder.”
