What is
Heli-Hiking?
Are you looking
for a transformational experience this 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.
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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)
