Legendary Heliski on the Chugach Range in Alaska!
Based in the heart of the best heli-ski terrain on Earth, Valdez Heli-Ski Guides is one of Alaska’s best heli-ski operations.
With a variety of terrains going from epic steep lines to mellow bowls, deep powder and no trees, some of the finest powder in the world, and hundreds of runs available (dozens within just a 7-minute flight radius), Valdez Heli-Ski Guides offers an incomparable experience!
Mountains & Terrains
The Chugach Mountains rise dramatically from the North Pacific Ocean, featuring endless peaks, ridges, powder-filled bowls, natural halfpipe, frozen waves and scenic glacier runs. Tsaina Lodge, at the base of Thompson Pass, is perfectly positioned in the heart of these mountains. Surrounding it are mile-wide glaciers, knife-edge ridgelines, and towering peaks.
Though the famous Chugach lines seen in movies are real, most of the runs are more accessible. Valdez Heli-Ski Guides caters to skiers and riders of all advanced levels.
Alaska’s weather patterns benefit the area, with Gulf of Alaska storms providing deep, stable snowpacks. The Chugach Range has 3,600 square miles of top-notch terrain and a permit area covering 10,000 square miles, allowing Valdez Heli-Ski Guides to find clear skies for perfect runs.
The Package
Valdez Heli-Ski Guides (VHSG) was founded in 1993 by World Extreme Ski Champion Doug Coombs and Emily Coombs. With top-notch guides, extensive heli-ski tenure, abundant fresh powder, and the luxurious Tsaina Lodge, Valdez Heli-Ski Guides is one of the premier heli-ski destinations in the world.
The comprehensive safety program, experienced guides, excellent ski conditions, and stable snowpack let you experience the legendary terrain of Alaska heli-skiing. Most descents average around 3,500 vertical feet, with some runs doubling that. Mount Dimond offers over 5,500 vertical feet, while Thompson Pass and the Tsaina Valley receive over 500 inches of snowfall annually.
Why We Love Valdez Heli-Ski Guides
World-class and All-levels Heliski on the Chugach Range in Alaska!
Small groups and professional services!
The sustainability practices to reduce global warming!
Ready to Heliski in Alaska?
Lodging
The Tsaina Lodge is one of the newest and most luxurious heli-ski lodges in North America, minutes away from some of the best Heliski on the Chugach Range in Alaska. Guests enjoy private rooms equipped with Tempur-Pedic beds, private bathrooms, and daily laundry service. The lodge features a cigar room with a fireplace, a gym, a ski locker room, a large hot tub, a massage room, and an outdoor fire pit. The Tsaina kitchen is exceptional, serving fresh, locally sourced food every night, including Alaskan seafood, prime meats, and game. Daily breakfast and lunch are also prepared for our members. The Tsaina ski-village après-ski scene is legendary, ensuring the fun continues long after the skiing ends.
For Traditional Package clients, the Totem Hotel & Suites offers the best lodging in Valdez, complete with numerous amenities. A scenic 40-minute shuttle drive takes guests from the Totem to the Tsaina Lodge helipad in the mountains.
Getting There
People typically fly internationally to Anchorage, Alaska. From there, they can either take a 40-minute flight to Valdez with Ravn Airlines or rent a car and drive five hours to Valdez.
Daily flights to the Valdez airport are available. Additionally, on Saturdays, Valdez Heli-Ski Guides offers a private charter flight between Anchorage and Valdez for their guests only. Upon arrival, the Valdez Heli-Ski Guides Team will pick you up and drive you to either the Totem Hotel and Suites in Valdez or the Tsaina Lodge, located 35 miles into the mountains from Valdez.
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Legendary Heliski on the Chugach Range in Alaska!
Based in the heart of the best heli-ski terrain on Earth, Valdez Heli-Ski Guides is one of Alaska’s best heli-ski operations.
With a variety of terrains going from epic steep lines to mellow bowls, deep powder and no trees, some of the finest powder in the world, and hundreds of runs available (dozens within just a 7-minute flight radius), Valdez Heli-Ski Guides offers an incomparable experience!
Mountains & Terrains
The Chugach Mountains rise dramatically from the North Pacific Ocean, featuring endless peaks, ridges, powder-filled bowls, natural halfpipe, frozen waves and scenic glacier runs. Tsaina Lodge, at the base of Thompson Pass, is perfectly positioned in the heart of these mountains. Surrounding it are mile-wide glaciers, knife-edge ridgelines, and towering peaks.
Though the famous Chugach lines seen in movies are real, most of the runs are more accessible. Valdez Heli-Ski Guides caters to skiers and riders of all advanced levels.
Alaska’s weather patterns benefit the area, with Gulf of Alaska storms providing deep, stable snowpacks. The Chugach Range has 3,600 square miles of top-notch terrain and a permit area covering 10,000 square miles, allowing Valdez Heli-Ski Guides to find clear skies for perfect runs.
The Package
Valdez Heli-Ski Guides (VHSG) was founded in 1993 by World Extreme Ski Champion Doug Coombs and Emily Coombs. With top-notch guides, extensive heli-ski tenure, abundant fresh powder, and the luxurious Tsaina Lodge, Valdez Heli-Ski Guides is one of the premier heli-ski destinations in the world.
The comprehensive safety program, experienced guides, excellent ski conditions, and stable snowpack let you experience the legendary terrain of Alaska heli-skiing. Most descents average around 3,500 vertical feet, with some runs doubling that. Mount Dimond offers over 5,500 vertical feet, while Thompson Pass and the Tsaina Valley receive over 500 inches of snowfall annually.
Why We Love Valdez Heli-Ski Guides
World-class and All-levels Heliski on the Chugach Range in Alaska!
Small groups and professional services!
The sustainability practices to reduce global warming!
Ready to Heliski in Alaska?
Lodging
The Tsaina Lodge is one of the newest and most luxurious heli-ski lodges in North America, minutes away from some of the best Heliski on the Chugach Range in Alaska. Guests enjoy private rooms equipped with Tempur-Pedic beds, private bathrooms, and daily laundry service. The lodge features a cigar room with a fireplace, a gym, a ski locker room, a large hot tub, a massage room, and an outdoor fire pit. The Tsaina kitchen is exceptional, serving fresh, locally sourced food every night, including Alaskan seafood, prime meats, and game. Daily breakfast and lunch are also prepared for our members. The Tsaina ski-village après-ski scene is legendary, ensuring the fun continues long after the skiing ends.
For Traditional Package clients, the Totem Hotel & Suites offers the best lodging in Valdez, complete with numerous amenities. A scenic 40-minute shuttle drive takes guests from the Totem to the Tsaina Lodge helipad in the mountains.
Getting There
People typically fly internationally to Anchorage, Alaska. From there, they can either take a 40-minute flight to Valdez with Ravn Airlines or rent a car and drive five hours to Valdez.
Daily flights to the Valdez airport are available. Additionally, on Saturdays, Valdez Heli-Ski Guides offers a private charter flight between Anchorage and Valdez for their guests only. Upon arrival, the Valdez Heli-Ski Guides Team will pick you up and drive you to either the Totem Hotel and Suites in Valdez or the Tsaina Lodge, located 35 miles into the mountains from Valdez.
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