What is
Heli-Hiking?
Are you looking for a transformational
experience next summer? Do you love to escape from
the day to day? To be pampered and enjoy exquisite food? What
about the company? Looking to share stories of discovery with
like-minded people? You can do all of this and more. It's hard
to explain. But the Walking Connection we can show you.
We stress personalized service and flexibility
above all. Activities ranging from ambling and walking
to hiking and trekking, or even full-blown mountaineering, are
tailored to suit your wishes and ability. Whether you are 6
or 96, our objective is to exceed your vacation expectations
in every way. The use of a helicopter gives us the flexibility
to accommodate all levels of activity.
Based from a remote lodge, we spend the day hiking
and exploring, always at a comfortable pace, with long or short,
strenuous or leisurely hikes to choose from. Our guests, not
our guides, set the gait. Each day we immerse ourselves in different
terrains. The guides are in constant communication with the
lodge's helicopter, so we may make two or three different hikes
during the day. Our golden rules are flexibility and adaptability.
Following an early morning stretch session
(or a bit of a sleep-in!) and breakfast, we might begin with
a nice, above-the-world ridge walk. This may be followed
by a helicopter pickup and a quick flight for a serene picnic
on a meadow beneath a stupendous glacial cirque. Then a quick
flight up higher to traverse around a little cobalt lake, all
the time soaking up rays of summer mountain beauty. In the late
afternoon, we fly back to the lodge for a massage, an outdoor
hot tub soak or a sauna, a chapter or two a good book, a well-earned,
beautifully prepared dinner, and some story-swapping by the
fireplace.
More About
The Heli-Hiking Experience!
I'm not a hiker! Can I do this?
Whether it's a hike, walk, or amble, each Heli-Hiking day is
tailored to all levels of fitness, experience, and age. We split
the group as necessary so everyone can stay within their comfort
level. All you really need is a workable pair of feet and the
thirst for adventure. In fact, we enjoy taking inexperienced
hikers up to the mountains; it's a revelation, for them and
for us.
I'm an experienced hiker. Will I
be challenged?
Yes. Our guides are mountain people and they're ready to give
you a good hiking workout.
Is Heli-Hiking suitable for families?
Absolutely. Last year, three of our family groups had up to
20 people each and ranged in ages from 12 - 72! Every generation
can create its own perfect day with a wide range of activities
for each to choose from. And each time the verdict has been
"We all had the time of our lives!".
How far do we hike each day?
Since we form our hiking groups based on ability and desires,
our mileage varies quite a bit, from a kilometre or so (1/2
mile) to 15 kilometres (9 miles). The guides are not taskmasters;
our guests hike as much or as little as they want.
Why use a helicopter?
Because without helicopters our remote mountains
would be essentially inaccessible except to a very few, hardy
backpackers. Our short, concise flights take us to and from
our secluded lodges, up to magic places utterly without roads,
trails, or evidence of humanity. Helicopters also give us the
ability to gently hop from one area to another during the day,
visiting that meadow in sudden full bloom, and getting closer
to that inviting little lake we saw to the east.
More questions!
Just give us a call 800-295-WALK(9255)
