Val Heli Ski/Pook Chalets, France
Val Heli Ski
Val Heli-Ski LLP provides Guided Off piste/daytrip heli-skiing to high end international clients either staying in the Pook Heli Lodges or independent accommodation in the following resorts:
- Val d’Isere
- Tignes
- Three Valleys (Courchevel, Meribel, Val Thorens)
- La Plagne
- Les Arcs
- La Rosiere
- Sainte Foy
Heli Ski areas:
We operate our heli ski day trips on the Italian side of the Alps in areas such as Valgrisenche, Courmayeur, and Col du petit St Bernard. These areas are miles away from any lift and you really get that feeling of being out in the wilderness. Some of our clients have even called it a heli ski safari due to the wildlife that can be seen including Wolves, Cougars, Chamois, and rare bird species. Combine this with the joys of fresh tracks and stunning scenery you are in for a treat.
Quick Stats:
Grouping: No max no of groups but have to have 4 guests per heli
Vertical Skied: 25 000 vf per day.
Average run length: Many of our runs are 7000 to 8200 vertical feet with the longest yielding just under 10,000 vertical feet.
Average Snowfall: Most years there is a 1140cm base depth in the area with total snow fall averaging 426cm over the course of the season.
Type of Helicopter: 2 AS 350 B3 SQUIRRELS
Down Days per Season: 20
Equipment:
- A selection of top of the range Salomon and Liberty backcountry skis
- Mountain safety gear (ARVA beacon, Shovel and Avalanche probe).
- Go Pro head cams
- Haglofs Performance backpacks
- Custom made VW minibuses
- ABS packs
- Walkie talkies
- Mobile phones
Guides: All our guides are UIAGM qualified. We also use French qualified local ski instructors on non glacier terrain
Reasons to choose Val Heli Ski
- Guarantee fresh tracks
- Only the best and most experienced guides are used.
- We often incorporate Pook Heli Lodges to get France’s only Canadian heli lodge experience.
- We provide an all inclusive door to door service so there is no need to organise lift passes, taxi, lunches. Etc.
- You don’t pay for any heli skiing you can’t do due to bad weather conditions.
Packages Offered
Day trip heli skiing:
Cost of guide: 399 euros and up
Optional heli skiing: 275 euros and up
Day trip reverse heli skiing:
Cost of guide: 399 euros and up
Optional reverse heli skiing: 205 euros and up
James Stentiford Splitboarding Explorer Course
4 day off piste development course
Videos
Breathtaking views from the lodges:
Heli pick from outside the lodges
Epic Powder skiing with Val Heli Ski:
Photos
Link to our Val Heli Ski photos on drop box:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/norj5h46za84jnf/UXhj7vTmPc
Link to our Pook Heli Lodge photos on drop box:
6 person lodge: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/z2n5rr9nlosd0sc/fMbFA1EQzL
10 person lodge: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/4rwqv88gryj07jg/w5okjzSDrE
Pook Heli Lodges
What we offer:
- Exclusive chalet hire with or without heli skiing
- Shared Chalet package including heli skiing and off piste
- Henry’s Avalanche training week with heli skiing
This appeals to:
- Corporates
- Families
- Mixed groups (in terms of ski ability)
- Adrenaline seeking heli skiiers
Quick Stats:
Location: We are located in the Heart of Alps very close to the boarder of France & Italy. We are within 30 minutes drive from some of the worlds most famous European resorts such as ‘The Three Valleys’, Val d’Isere, Tignes, La Plagne. Les Arcs, La Rosiere, La Thuile, Sainte Foy.
Ski Area: The Alps are the highest mountain range in western Europe with the highest peak, Mt Blanc, standing 4810 metres high. The Alps maintain a permanent snow blanket over 9000ft and have varied terrains meaning that there is something for everyone.
Lodging and Dining Description: Pook Heli-Lodges sleeps 6 (2 double rooms and 1 double bunk room) and 10 people (4 double rooms and 1 double bunk room) if hired individually or 16 if hired together. Perfect for groups, families and corporates. Suitable for piste skiers, non skiers and off piste skiers. Secluded in a very peaceful location but still close enough to Val d’Isere to enjoy its buzzing nightlife. Our lodges boast breath-taking views and are the only Lodges in France that have an on-site heli-landing facility, allowing the option for heli-skiing close to the front door. There is also a hot tub to relax the muscles after a days skiing and our chalet host will be more than happy to serve you a glass of champagne. Just 27 minutes from Geneva airport by chopper. We have direct access to 2 countries, 6 glaciers, and 7 fantastic resorts.
Reasons to choose Pook Heli Lodges
- We provide an all inclusive door to door service so there is no need to organise lift passes, taxi, lunches. Etc.
- Personal Chauffeur on call 24/7
- Use of our Salomon and Liberty ski test centre
- Delicious food from our experienced in house Chef James with specialties Filet de Boeuf Wellington and Lobster Thermidor
- On site Chalet host who will be more than happy to serve you champagne in the Hot Tub.