TTG – Features – Bucket list of ski and snow experiences to recommend

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After missing several ski seasons due to the pandemic, guests will no doubt be determined to eventually return with an unforgettable trip. Abra dunsby brings together some unmissable experiences for lovers of ski and snow holidays

Ski touring and snowboarding in Antarctica

Skiing or snowboarding enthusiasts looking for the ultimate bragging rights should consider an Antarctic sightseeing expedition, where guests can access hidden iceberg-strewn bays, view wildlife from vantage points 800 meters away. from above, conquer varied terrain from alpine bowls to crevassed glaciers, and learn lifelong mountaineering and ski touring skills – including glacier rope travel – from experienced polar ski guides .

The experience is deployed by Aurora Expeditions as an excursion for clients sailing with them in Antarctica. Ski and snowboard tours range from full-day trips to excursions lasting two to six hours, with guides aiming to take skiers out about six times throughout the trip and with a group limited to 10 people.

Guests who prefer to explore without skis can strap on snowshoes to hike over pristine terrain and take in the awe-inspiring landscapes of Antarctica up close.

To book: Skiing or snowboarding (£ 1,073pp) and snowshoeing (£ 270pp) are offered as additional activities on Aurora Expeditions’ trip to the Falklands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula aboard Greg Mortimer, from October 29 to November 18, 2021, priced at £ 16,475 per person. auroraexpeditions.co.uk/travel-agents

Catamaran heliskiing in Canada

After seeing increased demand for above-standard ski travel from UK customers, professional ski operator Mabey Ski has launched a selection of must-see adventures for 2021-2022 in Canada and beyond.

Operator Founder Nickie Mabey explains, “Last year we asked our community what was important to them and spent the last season researching, creating and testing new adventures that will not only thrill people. advanced skiers looking for their next challenge, but will also encourage intermediate skiers to try something new.

“After months of lockdown, it looks like UK skiers are looking for more than a typical ski vacation – they want to escape the crowds, look for quirky experiences and adventure.”

On Mabey Ski’s new voyage to Bella Coola, Canada, guests can heli-ski pristine powder runs and make the first descents from the deck of a luxury private 42-meter catamaran, moored at an anchorage different private each day. In addition to skiing, guests can fish for their dinner, swim in the natural hot springs by the ocean, and enjoy daily massages and a hot tub aboard the catamaran.

To book: Prices start at around £ 125,000 for four days, for up to eight people and exclusive use of the catamaran. The available travel dates are March 5, 12, 19 and 26 or April 2, 2022. mabeyski.com

Dog sledding in Snowmass, Aspen

Luxury vacation rental company onefinestay recently unveiled its collection of chalets as well as a selection of ski and snow experiences in the United States.

They include trips to the serene and pristine Snowmass backcountry with a team of friendly huskies for company as part of the Dog Sleding in Snowmass experience.

The day begins with a visit to the kennels to meet the dogs and learn more about the daily life of sled dogs and mushers. Then, guests will get comfortable in their sleds before venturing on a 45- to 60-minute tour through snow-capped forests and towering sugar-dusted peaks. The sleds can accommodate a couple or a small family of two adults and a child, and up to eight sleds can be taken out at the same time, making this a great excursion for large groups.

To book: The dog sledding excursion is priced at $ 395 per adult and $ 245 per child (3-9 years old). onefinestay.com/aspen

Zip lining above the Swiss Alps

In Verbier, adrenaline-craving customers can soar above the mountains and reach speeds of up to 100 km / h on the new Mont 4 zipline, the highest in the world, starting at 3,330 meters above the Tortin glacier.

The zipline will operate in both winter and summer and stretches for nearly a mile between the top of Mont Fort and the Les Gentianes restaurant. Customers’ skis and snowboards are lowered separately and can be picked up at the end of the zipline so they can hit the slopes again for an extra dose of adrenaline.

To book: Tickets cost from £ 38 per adult and £ 15 per child. Runners must be in possession of a valid ski pass. easyverbier.com/fr/mont-4-tyrolienne

ShangriLa Vancouver Ice Cap Experience

ShangriLa Vancouver Ice Cap Experience

ShangriLa Vancouver’s new Ice Caves Heli Adventure is packed with luxurious and unique experiences for snow lovers, ranging from Whistler’s Ice Caves via their own private helicopter and with their own personal photographer to capture the experience, enjoy a meal of five dishes inside the aqua blue chambers of the ice caps.

After their gourmet meal, guests can explore the fairytale landscape by snowmobile or buggy alongside an expert guide, while golf enthusiasts can even practice their swing on the snow with biodegradable golf balls.

After dessert and a champagne tasting at a private location, the experience ends at the hotel with a mixology class, where drinks are served with glacial ice collected during their recent snowy getaway.

To book: The Ice Caves Heli Adventure package includes a three-night stay in a suite at Shangri-La Vancouver and costs around £ 3,464 for two people. Reservation required 15 days in advance.
shangri-la.com/landing/ice-cave-heli-adventure/

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