Whistler Intro to Backcountry Skiing and Splitboarding
Overview
Have you thought of trying backcountry skiing or snowboarding on your next ski vacation? Get away from the crowds on Whistler Mountain and into the peace and beauty just beyond the boundary lines. Spend a full day with the safety of one of our professional guides and learn the basics of the backcountry. No backcountry experience is required. You'll be getting into some gorgeous untracked snow!
What's Included
- Guided tour
- Professional guide
- Rental gear (skis or splitboard, boots, poles, backpack, etc.)
- Lunch, snacks, beverages
- Hotel pick-up
- Parking lot fees
- Avalanche Safety Gear (can be rented)
- Gratuity/tip for your guide
Meeting Location
113-4557 Blackcomb Way Le Chamois Hotel
Plaza Level, Upper Village, Whistler, BC V8E 0Y2, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Whistler Blackcomb
7 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- All participants MUST be strong blue/intermediate level skiers or snowboarders.
- A moderate level of fitness is required.
- Minimum age is 15 years.
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 6 people per guide
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-18806P17
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- Guided tour.
- Professional guide.
- Rental gear (skis or splitboard, boots, poles, backpack, etc.).
- Lunch, snacks, beverages.
- Hotel pick-up.
- Parking lot fees.
- Avalanche Safety Gear (can be rented).
- Gratuity/tip for your guide.
The minimum age to participate is 19. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Whistler Intro to Backcountry Skiing and Splitboarding is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Whistler Intro to Backcountry Skiing and Splitboarding will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Guided tour
- Professional guide
- Rental gear (skis or splitboard, boots, poles, backpack, etc.)
- Lunch, snacks, beverages
- Hotel pick-up
- Parking lot fees
- Avalanche Safety Gear (can be rented)
- Gratuity/tip for your guide
Additional Info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- All participants MUST be strong blue/intermediate level skiers or snowboarders.
- A moderate level of fitness is required.
- Minimum age is 15 years.
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 6 people per guide
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
