Trade the city skyline for a 30‑minute helicopter flight into the Coast Mountains, then touch down for an alpine beer tasting from Twin Sails Brewery. This short, scenic landing pairs dramatic views with local craft brews—perfect for a concise backcountry escape.
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You lift off from the SKY Hangar and the city slips away: glassy harbor, stitched highways, and then a green wall of coastal rainforest rising into jagged granite. In thirty minutes the helicopter threads valleys and ridgelines, and you arrive at a quiet alpine bowl where the air is thinner and the world feels still enough to hear distant rock and the whisper of wind.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be able to board a helicopter and walk short, uneven ground at the landing site.
Wildlife
History
The Coast Mountains have been travel and resource areas for Indigenous communities for millennia; recent decades have seen small-scale tourism and craft breweries connecting urban visitors to alpine places.
Conservation
Operators limit landings and group sizes to reduce impact; visitors should avoid vegetation, pack out all waste, and follow crew instructions to protect sensitive alpine soils.
Reserve your spot on the Backcountry Beer Tasting Heli-Tour & Landing (Depart SKY Hangar) today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring photo-ready layers
Alpine landings can be windy and cool even on warm days—pack a windproof outer layer and gloves for comfort during the stop.
Carry valid ID
Alcohol is only served to guests 19+ in British Columbia; carry government ID if you plan to sample beers.
Expect variable landing terrain
Landing sites change daily and can be uneven—wear closed-toe, supportive footwear and avoid loose sandals.
Plan for weather cancellations
Flights are weather-dependent and require a minimum number of passengers; keep a flexible itinerary window.
Windproof jacket
Blocks cold gusts on exposed alpine landings and stays compact in your bag.
spring
Supportive walking shoes
Protects ankles on uneven, rocky landing zones and short scramble approaches.
summer
Sunglasses and sunscreen
High-elevation sun and reflected glare off lakes intensify UV exposure.
summer
Small camera or phone with protection
Captures sweeping views; a small case protects gear from wind and spray.
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