Experience helicopter skiing in the San Juan Mountains with Colorado’s only full-service helicopter skiing operation. Helitrax was founded in 1982 and remains Colorado’s ultimate heli-skiing experience. Every alpine adventure we host includes everything you need – from powder skis/snowboard and poles, to avalanche safety briefings, transceivers, lunch and snacks, and six runs of untracked skiing.
During our operating season, Telluride Helitrax is open seven days a week. We normally begin operations around the December holidays and wrap up in early April. We recommend booking as far in advance as is possible for your trip. January is typically our quietest month, but seats are already filling up fast. Some of our deepest powder days have occurred in January. February and March are our busiest months, if you plan on skiing this time of year, book at least a few months in advance. The beginning of April is less busy and spring conditions are some of our favorites. If you like to ski big lines, consider skiing or snowboarding with us towards the end of March or in early April. When it comes to Telluride heli-skiing, you really can’t go wrong!
DAILY TELLURIDE HELI-SKIING
PACKAGES
Board our Eurocopter S350 B3e or Bell 407 HP helicopter to discover the finest skiing Colorado has to offer. Heli-ski and snowboard days include six runs (totaling approximately 10,000 to 14,000 vertical feet). A safety orientation, helicopter briefing, and avalanche protocol expectations are covered in a morning meeting. On a typical day, we head into the field, ski four runs, enjoy a gourmet lunch, and then finish our last two runs before heading back to the office.
We keep our heli-ski adventures fresh and exciting with over 200 square miles (128,000 acres) of terrain surrounding Telluride, hundreds of landing zones, and a wide variety of runs. Guests are invited to book a single day of heli-skiing or book multiple days. We can accommodate just about anything!
What to Expect
Heli-ski and snowboard days include six runs (totaling approximately 10,000 to 14,000 vertical feet). A safety orientation, helicopter briefing and avalanche protocol expectations are covered in a morning meeting and the day ends with an après ski.
Includes
Powder skis or snowboard, poles, avalanche transceiver, avalanche airbag pack and food and water throughout the day are included.
Not Included
Ski/Snowboard boots, ski clothing, and gratuity.
Price
$1875 per person, per day.
Extra run (3 guest minimum): $250 per person, per run.
Weight
We operate the safest, most advanced helicopters for high-altitude heli-skiing, though weight considerations apply. Average per person weight should be 185 lbs. With diverse groups, we can accommodate heavier weights. Learn more here.
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CUSTOM
HELI-SKI TOURS
Exclusive and private. You put your group together, tell us what you’re thinking, and we’ll take care of the rest. We will find your custom group the best snow and terrain to meet, and exceed, your expectations.
Custom tours can accommodate up to 16 people, divided into groups of four. Each group of four skiers/riders can expect to get six to eight runs per flight hour. Food is provided, as well as the latest powder skis/snowboards, ski poles, an avalanche transceiver, avalanche airbag pack and heaps of bragging rights.
Our custom tour pricing takes into consideration the close proximity of our terrain to our homebase, concentrated terrain in the field (runs are close together), and remote fueling capabilities.
What to Expect
A safety orientation, helicopter briefing and avalanche protocol expectations are covered in a morning meeting and the day ends with an après ski.
Includes
Powder skis/snowboard, poles, avalanche transceiver, avalanche airbag pack and food and water throughout the day are included.
Not Included
Ski/Snowboard boots, ski clothing, and gratuity.
Price
$10500 per hour. Pricing is based upon flight hours (when the helicopter is actually in the air).
1.8 hour flight time minimum for 1-8 guests;
2.6 hour flight time minimum for 9-12 guests;
3.2 hour flight time minimum for 13-16 guests.
Custom guests should budget around $2500 per person for a custom day (the actual amount will depend on the group’s motivation, ability level, fitness, etc.).
Weight
We operate the safest, most advanced helicopters for high-altitude heli-skiing, though weight considerations apply. Average per person weight should be 185 lbs. With diverse groups, we can accommodate heavier weights. Learn more here.
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ASPEN / VAIL
REGIONAL HELI-SKI TOURS
Staying in Aspen, Vail, or another regional ski town? Not a problem. Telluride Helitrax has been servicing the Vail and Aspen communities for over 20 years. Let us arrange a private fixed-wing charter from either Aspen or Vail, and enjoy a 40 minute scenic flight to Telluride.
Once in Telluride, guests board a helicopter for a full day of heli-skiing in the 200 square miles surrounding Telluride, in the San Juan Mountains. After a day of heli-skiing you’ll be back to Aspen or Vail in time for happy hour. Fixed-wing charter flights have a minimum rate and are only scheduled for perfect weather days. Learn more about our charters for Vail and Aspen heli-skiing.
Helicopter flights also available to and from the luxury hot springs accommodations at Dunton where we conduct some of our heli-ski operations.
What to Expect
A safety orientation, helicopter briefing and avalanche protocol expectations are covered in a morning meeting.
Includes
Powder skis/snowboard, poles, avalanche transceiver, avalanche airbag pack and food and water throughout the day are included.
Not Included
Ski/Snowboard boots, ski clothing, and gratuity.
Price
Charter Flight from Vail or Aspen (1 to 4 people): $3200 per group; $1600 one-way. Plus the daily heli-ski rate of $1875 per person.
Charter Flight from Other Regional Locations (Steamboat, Gunnison): Call for pricing.
Weight
We operate the safest, most advanced helicopters for high-altitude heli-skiing, though weight considerations apply. Average per person weight should be 185 lbs. With diverse groups, we can accommodate heavier weights. Learn more here.
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COLORADO HELI-SKIING IMAGE GALLERY
Enough Talk, Let's Ski
Join us for Colorado heli-skiing this winter! The first step to booking a trip with us is to send an inquiry.