Helicopter Skiing

Take flight.

Experience the best powder skiing in Utah with your very own backcountry helicopter skiing adventure. A part of Snowbird Mountain Guides, Powderbird will create the perfect ski trip built around your riding ability to maximize your number of runs and time heli-skiing. From single-day adventures to multi-day private trips, Powderbird is ready to build your dream, bucket list ski experience. 

With access via helicopter to more skiable terrain than all Utah Ski resorts combined, the number of untouched powder runs is limitless. Reserve your spot today! 

Note: Helicopter skiing is now closed for the season.

Snowbird Mountain Guides

Single Day

• Details: $1,665 (regular season); $1,880 (peak season) per person. Includes complimentary breakfast, snacks & après ski lunch, 2 helicopter guides, 6 helicopter runs (extra runs are $200/per person per run depending group approval, timing and conditions).
• Group Size: 8 Skiers/Riders
• Terrain: Powder skiing terrain is determined by current conditions and group ability level.
• Skill Level: Intermediate Advanced, Advanced, Very Advanced.
• Time: The Helicopter skiing trip starts at 7:45 am and lasts until 2 - 4 pm. Meet at the Powderbird Heliport, Top Pad within Snowbird, Entry 4.

Semi-Private Groups

• Details: $7,200 (regular season); $8,320 (peak season). Includes complimentary breakfast, snacks & après ski lunch, 2 helicopter guides, 6-10 helicopter runs (extra flight time is available upon request and is billed by the tenth of the hour at $6,000 per flight hour).
• Group Size: 1 - 3 Skiers/Riders
• Terrain: Powder skiing terrain is determined by current conditions and group ability level.
• Skill Level: Intermediate, Intermediate Advanced, Advanced, Very Advanced.
• Time: The Helicopter skiing trip starts at 7:45 am and lasts until 2 - 4 pm. Meet at the Powderbird Heliport, Top Pad within Snowbird, Entry 4.

Private Groups

• Details: Early Bird Pricing $16,650 (regular season); $18,720 (peak season). Includes complimentary breakfast, snacks & après ski lunch, 2 helicopter guides, 6-10 helicopter runs (extra flight time is available upon request and is billed by the tenth of the hour at $6,000 per flight hour).
• Group Size: 8 Skiers/Riders
• Terrain: Powder skiing terrain is determined by current conditions and group ability level.
• Skill Level: Intermediate, Intermediate Advanced, Advanced, Very Advanced.
• Time: The Helicopter skiing trip starts at 7:45 am and lasts until 2 - 4 pm. Meet at the Powderbird Heliport, Top Pad within Snowbird, Entry 4.

Booking Your Trip

• Regular Season: December 15 - January 14; March 16 - April 15
• Peak Season: January 15 - March 15
• For Single Day: To secure your reservation, we require a $300 deposit per seat at the time of booking. This deposit will not be collected until your skier ability, weight and reservation date has been reviewed. Final payment is collected the day before flight.
• For Semi-Private Groups: To secure your reservation, we require a $900 deposit at the time of booking. This deposit will not be collected until your skier ability, weight and reservation date has been reviewed. Final payment is collected 30 days prior to departure.

Equipment

Modern powder ski technology is recommended. Ski equipment is available to demo free of charge. All participants should be in physical condition for high altitude exertion in variable snow and weather conditions. avalanche airbag, avalanche beacon, shovel and probe are all provided.