Whistler ski resort
Snow Range
675-2284m
Canadian skiing at it's best, perfect for all abilities
Whistler has been ranked number 1 ski resort 12 years running and is also host to the 2010 Winter Olympics. A unique ski village with a distinctively West Coast style, relaxed mood and spectacular skiing. The attractive pedestrianised village centre has pleasant walkways and plazas with stylish shops, a huge choice of great bars, clubs and restaurants. Designed by skiers, for skiers, everything you could possibly want from a ski holiday is right on your doorstep.
- the experience
- the slopes Whistler snowboarding
- Whistler lift passes and tuition
- ski/snowboarding tuition in Whistler
The experience
Whistler Après Ski
Lively and varied nightlife. · Garfinkel's, Garibaldi Lift Company, Dusty's, Crystal Lounge, Merlins, Savage Beagle and Longhorn Saloon
Activities
· Heli-skiing and sightseeing · Cross-country skiing · Sleigh rides · Snowshoeing · Snowmobiling · Zip trekking · Excellent shopping · Spectacular mountain-top sightseeing · Trips to Vancouver and local ice hockey matches
Eating out in Whistler
Everything from continental to oriental cuisine, all price ranges
· Rim Rock Café, Bearfoot Bistro, Val d'Isère, Quattros.
Family choice
The Whistler Kids Ski & Snowboard School offers daily group lessons for all ages and abilities. Ski programmes start from 3-17 years with 5 day courses from Monday to Friday and two day courses over the weekend. Snowboard programmes start from 6 years - teens. All day programmes include lunch. Infant and toddler care is available for ages 3 months - 36 months from C$95.
Twin centres
Why not enjoy a 'city stopover' in dynamic Vancouver at the start or end of your holiday in Whistler? A truly exciting city with fantastic shopping and dining, in a beautiful natural setting.
Call our Custom Made department on 0870 160 4090. Call charges apply.Resort features
- Family Choice
- First Time
- Kids ski Free
- Mountainside Rentals
Transfer time
Vancouver 2 hrs 30 mins.
Coach transfers included, car hire available at a supplement.
The slopes
Beginners
Beautiful scenic runs gently meander down the mountain and finish off at the village so a well earned 'pick-me-up' will definitely be the order of the day.
Intermediates
Enjoy skiing on slopes groomed to velvety perfection and beautiful long cruising runs, not to mention the incredibly spectacular scenery. Take the Peak chairlift to the top of Whistler mountain and enjoy the blue Peak to Creek run.
Advanced
The 12 massive high alpine bowls offering endless off-piste challenges and oceans of powder. The 3 glaciers ensure 100% guaranteed snow all season. Recommended is the Blackcomb Glacier, accessed by Spanky's ladder and Whistler, West, Bagel and the new Flute bowls for some powder skiing.
Snowboarding
Riders are blown away by the wide choice of pipes and parks on both Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. On powder days, riders normally head to the Peak Chair for the best turns.
Slope facts
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Total kms of piste
216kms
Piste Type No of Runs Easy 42 Intermediate 116 Difficult 58 -
Number of lifts
38
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Direction of slopes
N, S/W, W, N/W
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Snow cannons
565 acres covered
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Longest run
11kms
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Mountain restaurants
17
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Cross-country trails
32kms
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Snow Range
675-2284m
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Village Height:
675m (2,214ft)
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Highest Ski Lift
2,284m (7,495ft)
Lift passes and tuition
Lift pass, ski hire and tuition prices shown are correct at time of publication. However, all prices quoted may be subject to change during the ski season.
Lift Pass
| Adult (19-64 years) | 6 Days | Extra Day |
| Low season | £192 | £35 |
| High season | £302 | £43 |
| Value season | £231 | £39 |
| Mid season | £252 | £26 |
| Youth (13-18 years)/Senior (65+) | ||
| Low season | £164 | £30 |
| High season | £258 | £37 |
| Value season | £197 | £34 |
| Mid season | £215 | £25 |
| Child (7-12 years) | ||
| Low season | £98 | £18 |
| High season | £155 | £22 |
| Value season | £118 | £20 |
| Mid season | £129 | £15 |
Low season: deps. 01/12-20/12 & 04/04-18/04
High season: deps. 21/12-31/12
Value season: deps. 01/01-24/01
Mid season: deps. 25/01-03/04
Photo required for lift pass? No
Is the lift pass for consecutive days? No, one day off.
Lift pass coverage: Whistler and Blackcomb.
Ski/Board Tuition
| Adult (18+) | 3 Days | 4/5 Days |
| Ski or board tuition | £177 | £207 |
Starts every Monday for all abilities, includes a hot lunch & après ski events. Includes 5 full days of lessons and lift pass.
| Kids Adventure Camp | 5 Days |
| Skiers only (3-6 years) | £214 |
| Skiers & Boarders (7-12 years) | £385 |
| Ride Tribe* | 5 Days |
| Skiers & Boarders (13-18 years) | £430 |
* Only available 21/12, 28/12, 22/03, 29/03 & 05/04
First Time Skiing / Boarding
| Adult (19+ years) | 3 Days |
| First Time - ski or board | £269 |
Package includes 3 days tuition, lift pass and equipment rental.
the savings
• Pre-book lift passes or equipment hire by 15/11 & receive FREE days. Not valid 19/12-31/12.
Buy 5+ days & get 1 free day* and Buy 7+ days & get 3 days free*.
* Free day for lift passes & ski hire already included in our pricing.
• Free overnight equipment storage with all pre-booked equipment hire.
• FREE lift pass for children aged 12 & under per adult pre-booking a lift pass of the same duration.
• FREE equipment hire for children aged 12 & under per adult pre-booking equipment hire of the same duration.
Ski/board equipment
Ski/Board Equipment
| Adults (13+ years) | 6 days | Extra day |
| Skis or board only | £66 | £9 |
| Skis or board & boots | £92 | £15 |
| Superior skis | £82 | £13 |
| Superior skis & boots | £120 | £16 |
| Child (12 & under) | ||
| Skis or board & boots | £58 | £9 |
the savings
• Pre-book lift passes or equipment hire by 15/11 & receive FREE days. Not valid 19/12-31/12.
Buy 5+ days & get 1 free day* and Buy 7+ days & get 3 days free*.
* Free day for lift passes & ski hire already included in our pricing.
• Free overnight equipment storage with all pre-booked equipment hire.
• FREE lift pass for children aged 12 & under per adult pre-booking a lift pass of the same duration.
• FREE equipment hire for children aged 12 & under per adult pre-booking equipment hire of the same duration.
† 2 for 1 lift pass is available on selected accommodation on selected dates. See accommodation page for details.
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