Winter Adventures

British Columbia has the most incredible ski terrain in the world. From Mt. Washington, where more snow falls than any other ski hill in North America, to the above-treeline bowls of Blackcomb.

Island Adventure Tours has packaged the best BC has to offer.Our packages include 4-wheel drive vehicles, lodge/condo accommodation, lift tickets and itineraries and maps that get you to the best places in the quickest and safest manner. Equipment rentals can also be arranged in advance.

We are avid skiers and spend much time at each of the ski hills that you will visit. We provide a tips sheet for each ski hill with valuable information on where to ski in certain weather conditions, what the best runs are, apres ski tips and much more. We work with you to plan the best ski vacation ever that is specific to your needs.

The Bears' Den Lodge [click to see website] . . . extreme comforts, exciting winter adventures and room for 18!

Our alpine headquarters has direct access to Mt. Washington Alpine Resort and Strathcona Park. 250,000 hectares of alpine hiking, miles of Nordic trails and an average of 30 feet of snow a year at Mt. Washington!

Mount Washington is a winter wonderland and a summer playground!

AMENITIES

Amenities at the Lodge include: wood stove (wood supplied), sauna, hot-tub in 4-bedrom unit, television, VCR (make sure to bring your favorite tapes), stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer & dryer, microwave oven, garbage compactor, gas barbeque (propane supplied), four-slice toaster, tea-pot, electric coffee maker, electric griddle, carving set, dishes, cutlery, glassware, microwave safe dishes, pots & pans, linens, cozy duvets, cd player, games, basic provisions, frying pans, roasting pans, tea towels, dishcloths and cleaning supplies. Click to see photos of the two kitchens at Bears ' Den.

Bears' Den Rates

 Winter                   Spring

Snow-shoeing              Alpine Flowers

X-country skiing           Watercolor Weekends

Skiing/boarding             Glacier  Hiking

Lugeing

Fly-fishing

 Summer                   Fall

Mountain Biking            Mountain Biking

Alpine Hiking                Alpine Hiking

Canoeing                     Bear-watching

Heli-hiking                   Spawning Salmon

Salmon Fishing

Horseback riding

BC Powder Trail - Ski Week for Single Travelers that features the Rocky Mountains and The Kootenays!

Guided Departures -
2008/07 dates
December 11-17, January 8-14, January 20-26, February 3-9, February 9-15

Self - Guided Vacations - [departures are flexible]

This is a skier or boarder's dream tour. The best of the best. We go where the snow is best but choose from Lake Louise, Fernie, Kicking Horse, Whitewater, Red Mountain, Apex, Silver Star, Sunpeaks, Panorama resorts. We visit 3-4 separate resorts and indulge in lodge accommodation, great meals, and the best of everything on the Interior Powder Trail.

Special Bonus! We also offer this tour as a Professional Course! Apres ski features 40 minutes of " Practice Management " Instruction. You return home with your diploma and some new tips on how to run your practice or profession more effectively. Bring the whole office!

6 Days of skiing the deep fluffy powder and thousands of vertical feet. Includes lift passes, ground transportation, meals and guide. Equipment not included. Please enquire for a detailed itinerary.

Here are links to some of the great mountains we visit:

• Apex Mountain
• Red Mountain
• Kicking Horse Resort
• Lake Louise
• Fernie
• Whitewater
• Silver Star
• Sunpeaks
• Panorama

All-inclusive price: $1,899.00 per person plus gst
Extras include travel insurance, gratuities, alcoholic beverages, optional dinners out, equipment, airport transfers.