These hot summer months give us plenty of time to consider what makes a good heliskiing company. There are certain intangibles like terrain that are hard to compare, even if you have experienced it. Other things like equipment, frequent maintenance, safety records, service, packages and prices are worth considering. While all those things and more are important, if you're going to pay the money to go heliskiing Canada, you want to be certain you’ll get a chance to ski. A heliskiing operation could own half of British Columbia offering everyone their own private mountain and helicopter to ski with, but it would be pointless if the helicopter wasn't able to take off due to inclement weather. Thankfully, you don't have to look further than Mica Heli Guides, located just outside of Revelstoke B.C., to find Canada’s best heliskiing outfit. Canada Heli Skiing
Over the last seven years, Mica has grounded their helicopters for a mere1.5 days per season. The reason for this is also one of the reasons they are open for so long each year: the weather is kind to Mica. By virtue of location, Mica gets inundated with white B.C. champagne powder over and over again throughout the season, but never in such a way as to keep the chopper on the ground. Even if you have the misfortune to visit Mica’s tenure during that day and a half of down time, they keep a snow cat skiing at the ready to get you into the backcountry glory you've come to find.
Mica has much more to offer than just great snow and ideal weather. Their remote lodge, which is only accessible by helicopter, offers you the peace and tranquility you need after a day of first tracks and first descents, but also gives you the option to stay connected to the world should you want it. There are a multitude of reasons to consider Mica, but don't forget about their lack of down days, professional guides, and accident free safety records when you do plan your next heliskiing vacation.
