Holiday Overview
Heli-Hiking and Luxury Lodges in Western Canada
Explore Canada’s Rocky Mountains beginning in the town of Banff, beginning with an early morning start watching the spectacular sunrise over Moraine Lake and Lake Louise. From Banff take the helicopter transfer to Bugaboos Lodge, located in the heart of the Columbia Mountains at the base of Bugaboo Glacier. During the day enjoy being dropped off by the helicopter to a remote location and enjoy hiking through the mountains taking in the natural floral and fauna.
Continuing to the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver, enjoy a guided city tour allowing you to view the best of Vancouver! Visiting the Totem Poles at Stanley Park, Granville Island and Gastown. After a few days in the city escape back to the wilderness staying at Sonora Resort located in Vancouver Island. This remote luxury lodge allows you to escape and enjoy freshly prepared gourmet meals, outdoor heated pool and wellness spa.
Heli-Hiking and Luxury Lodges in Western Canada includes:
- Return Flights from the UK
- Domestic Flight between Calgary & Vancouver
- 3 Night's Hotel Accommodation in Banff
- 3 Night's Accommodation at Bugaboos Lodge
- 4 Night's Accommodation in Vancouver
- 2 Night's Accommodation at Sonora Resort
- Watch the sun rise over Moraine Lake & Lake Louise on a guided tour
- Vancouver City Highlights Tour
- Transfers & Meals as listed in itinerary
- Admission to Banff Gondola & Hot Springs
Day 1 - UK to Calgary
Arrive in Calgary, transferring to Banff.
Featured accommodation
The Fairmont Banff Springs
Day 2 - Moraine Lake & Lake Louise
This morning enjoy a early start to watch the sunrise over Moraine Lake. On this small group experience, you'll have exclusive access to Moraine Lake, now closed to public vehicle access, where your expert local guide will show you to the best locations to watch the sunrise hit the glaciers above The Valley of the Ten Peaks and the stunning Moraine Lake. Sip on a hot chocolate, coffee or tea as you eagerly await the sunrise under a blanket (all complimentary) and utilize your expert local guides' photography skills & knowledge to fine-tune your camera settings for an amazing sunrise photoshoot. Then, explore the trails of Moraine Lake before all the big buses arrive. Travel through backroads where bears, moose, and elk can often be seen starting their day, on the way to Lake Louise Village where a delicious hot café breakfast awaits. After fuelling up for the day, you'll make your way to Lake Louise, well before the buses arrive to enjoy what remains of the early tranquillity and witness the lake at its calmest, resulting in perfect mirror images of Victoria Glacier and the Rockies reflecting back at you across the neon blue waters.
Spending the rest of the day at your leisure.
Featured accommodation
The Fairmont Banff Springs
Day 3 - Explore Banff
Enjoy a free day to explore Banff. Speak to your consultant if you wish to book an excursion Banff has lots to offer, we recommend visiting the Banff Gondola (included) and Hot Springs (included) or enjoy a tour of Banff’s wildlife.
Featured accommodation
The Fairmont Banff Springs
Unmissable Experiences
Banff Experiences
Day 4 - Banff to Bugaboos Lodge
This morning you will check out of your Banff hotel for your transfer to Bugaboos Lodge. You will join a coach transfer to the helipad for your helicopter transfer to the CMH Bugaboos Lodge, upon arrival you will have time to get settled in before lunch. After lunch you will be taken out to enjoy your first hike exploring the mountains, returning in the evening to enjoy the onsite facilities including outdoor hot tub or massage. End your day with a freshly prepared gourmet meal.
(Hike is self-guided.)
Featured accommodation
Bugaboos Lodge
Day 5 - Bugaboos Lodge
Begin today with a dynamic warm up class before a hearty breakfast to set you up for your big day. Taking to the sky soar over the mountains on a helicopter dropping you off to for your next day of hiking. There is variety of hikes you can explore ask the local guide for which recommendations on which routes you can take. At lunch time enjoy your pack lunch which is provided at breakfast to fuel up before your afternoon hike or return to the lodge to relax. In the evening enjoy swapping stories of your adventures over a delicious gourmet prepared meal.
Featured accommodation
Bugaboos Lodge
Day 6 - Bugaboos Lodge
Today is the same as Day 5, speak to the local guide about which alternative hike you can explore today!
Featured accommodation
Bugaboos Lodge
Day 7 - Bugaboos Lodge to Vancouver
After breakfast you will be transferred by helicopter to the helipad for your transfer to Calgary Airport for your flight to Vancouver.
Featured accommodation
Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
Day 8 - Vancouver City Highlights Tour
This morning enjoy a guide tour of Vancouver. Prepare to experience the unique history and unfolding splendour as you tour through the modern streets of Vancouver. Drive by the most renowned sights and learn how Vancouver became the city it is today. Situated on the edge of the Pacific Ocean and framed by British Columbia's imposing mountains, it's easy to fall in love with this astonishing city. Drive through historic neighbourhoods such as Gastown, Chinatown, scenic English Bay and the picturesque Vancouver Harbour. Stops in Stanley Park feature Indigenous Peoples' Totem Poles, spectacular views of the mountains and the Lions Gate Bridge. Also includes the opportunity to wander through the charming farmer's market at Granville Island.
Featured accommodation
Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
Unmissable Experiences
Vancouver Experiences
Day 9 - Explore Vancouver
A full day to explore Vancouver ask your consultant if you wish to add an excursion.
Featured accommodation
Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
Unmissable Experiences
Vancouver Experiences
Day 10 - Vancouver to Sonora Resort
This afternoon transfer by helicopter or float plane to Sonora Resort on beautiful Sonora Island. The island is an absolute jewel amidst the wild beauty and pristine waters of British Columbia’s West Coast. After your arrival, get settled and explore the resort before you enjoy a delicious Pacific Northwestern gourmet dinner.
Featured accommodation
Sonora Resort
Day 11 - Sonora Resort – Eco Adventure Tour
Embark on a thrilling 1-hour Eco-Adventure Tour aboard an 8.53m Zodiac boat, accompanied by your knowledgeable wilderness guide. Zip around the Discovery Islands for exceptional views of marine wildlife in its natural habitat and rugged B.C. coastline as your guide offers informative narration through a headset system. Later, perhaps embark on an excursion to explore the abundant, untouched wilderness of British Columbia. In the evening, sit down to a gourmet dinner and sip a fine wine or mingle with other guests in the lounge or games room (meals are included).
Featured accommodation
Sonora Resort
Day 12 - Sonora Resort to Vancouver
It’s time to say good-bye after lunch to British Columbia’s coastal wilderness and take the helicopter or floatplane back to Vancouver.
(breakfast & lunch included).
Featured accommodation
The Fairmont Vancouver
Day 13 - Vancouver to UK
Check out of your Vancouver hotel for your onward flight home.
The Fairmont Banff Springs
The Fairmont Banff Springs hotel in Alberta, Canada is one of the world's leading luxury hotels set in its own extensive grounds. This resort, built in 1888, is styled after a Scottish Baronial castle and is a National Historic Site. Located in Banff National Park, the Banff Springs hotel boasts stunning views, exceptional regional cuisine and impeccable service offering an unforgettable retreat.
Bugaboos Lodge
Bugaboos Lodge is perched at 4,888ft at the base of the Bugaboo Glacier, the lodge features 32 log hewn rooms. Staying at the Bugaboos you will be surrounded by spectacular scenery from the Kootenay Rockies to the dazzling Bugaboos Glacier.
Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
Few hotels can rival the elegance, European charm and hospitality of The Sutton Place Hotel. One of Vancouver’s most beautiful boutique hotels, situated in the heart of downtown Vancouver. The spectacular setting allows guests to experience exceptional service and all the needed amenities within the cosmopolitan ambience of the city set against a majestic backdrop of mountains and sea.
Image Gallery
CMH Bugaboos Lodge - Robin O'Neil
Banff Gondola
Sonora Island
Bugaboos Lodge - CMH Jesse Tamayo
Banff Avenue
Banff Ariel
Bugaboos Lodge CMH - Lyle Grisedale
Bugaboos Lodge CMH - Jesse Tamayo
Gastown, Vancouver
Vancouver Ariel
Dolphins at Sonora Island
Sonora Resort
Sonora Resort
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