Eagle Pass Heli

What Eagle Pass Heli does

Eagle Pass Heli (legal entity Eagle Pass Heliskiing Ltd.) is a privately held, founder-owned heliskiing operator founded in 2010 by Shawn West and Scott Newsome in Revelstoke, British Columbia. The company sells premium, small-group heliskiing experiences (groups of 4 guests per guide) using A-Star B2 helicopters across 390,000 acres of exclusive Monashee Mountains terrain, with 246 named runs, an average 10+ meters of seasonal snowfall, and a longest run of 1,813 meters. Its product portfolio comprises Day Heli Packages (CAD $1,660-$2,600 per person), Lodge Packages (3-, 4-, and 7-day all-inclusive stays at the 12-guest Eagle Pass Lodge, ranging from CAD $7,485 to CAD $27,450 per person), and Private/Charter Packages (quote-based, with dedicated helicopter and concierge). Supplemental revenue includes retail merchandise and demo equipment from sponsors (K2, Black Crows, Armada, Bataleon, YES. Snowboards), helicopter transfers from Kelowna International Airport, and partner-referred travel insurance.

Name

Eagle Pass Heli

Legal name

Eagle Pass Heliskiing Ltd.

Website

https://eaglepassheli.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Eagle Pass Heli is a privately held, Revelstoke BC-based heliskiing operator offering premium small-group (4 guests per guide) experiences across 390,000 acres of exclusive Monashee Mountains terrain via Day Heli, Lodge, and Private charter packages.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Heliskiing Adventure Tourism

NAICS

Tour Operators (56152), Tour Operators (561520)

akta.pro primary industry

Extreme Aerial Adventure Experiences (Heli-assisted Drops, Cliff/Platform Jumps) (THAAAMAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Helicopter Resort & Remote Destination Transfers (TLAFACAF), Helicopter Charter & Sightseeing (TLAFABAH), Scenic & Sightseeing Helicopter Tours (THABAGAE)

Keywords

• Heliskiing operations
• Backcountry ski tours
• Mountain adventure travel
• Helicopter ski packages
• Luxury ski lodge

Headquarters

HQ city

Revelstoke

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Day Heli Packages: Per-person day packages offering 6-8 runs with lunch included. Guests responsible for accommodation and other meals. Pricing varies by season: $1,660 CAD during Deep December and Spring, $2,600 CAD during Peak Season (Jan-Mar).
2. Lodge Packages: All-inclusive multi-day packages at Eagle Pass Lodge including private accommodation, all meals, unlimited heliskiing. Pricing: December 3-day $7,485, 4-day $9,975, 7-day $17,435; Peak 3-day $12,885, 4-day $15,925, 7-day $27,450; Spring 3-day $8,890, 4-day $11,850, 7-day $20,710 (all CAD per person).
3. Private/ Charter Packages: Unlimited vertical heliskiing with dedicated helicopter charter, private concierge, and support ship. Available in 3, 4, or 7-day formats, fully customizable for any number of guests. Pricing available upon inquiry.
4. Retail and Merchandise: Sale of outerwear, casual wear, and accessories at their two retail locations. Equipment demo services for skis and snowboards included free with bookings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Eagle Pass Heli is a Revelstoke, BC-based heliskiing operator that sells small-group (4 guests per guide) heliski packages across 390,000 acres of exclusive Monashee Mountains terrain, using A-Star helicopters. Its offering spans single-day heli packages, all-inclusive multi-day lodge packages at the 12-guest Eagle Pass Lodge, and fully customizable unlimited-vertical private charter packages, with ancillary services including avalanche safety gear, powder ski/snowboard demos, helicopter transfers from Kelowna, and travel insurance.

Product overview

Eagle Pass Heli is a premium heliskiing operator based in Revelstoke, British Columbia, offering small-group heliski experiences in the Monashee Mountains. The company operates three core product lines: Day Heli Packages for single-day adventures, Lodge Packages for all-inclusive multi-day stays at the 12-guest Eagle Pass Lodge, and Unlimited Vertical Private Packages for exclusive charter experiences. Seasonal offerings include Deep December and Spring Heli Specials. Supporting services include safety gear provision, powder equipment demos, helicopter transfers, and travel insurance. All programs feature A-Star helicopters, groups of four guests with one guide, and access to 390,000 acres of exclusive tenure.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Day Heli Packages Single-day small-group heliskiing experiences offering 6–8 runs in groups of 4 with A-Star helicopters in the Monashee Mountains, including gourmet mountain lunch, safety gear, and equipment rentals. Targeted at expert backcountry skiers and snowboarders visiting Revelstoke.
• Lodge Packages All-inclusive multi-day heliski packages at Eagle Pass Lodge featuring unlimited vertical, private luxury suites with en-suite bathrooms, gourmet dining, Finnish sauna, outdoor hot tub, and yoga facilities. Maximum 12 guests per session.
• Private Packages (Unlimited Vertical) Premium private heliski experience with dedicated B2 A-Star helicopter, unlimited vertical skiing, private concierge, dedicated support ship for faster field access, and fully customizable 3-, 4-, or 7-day itineraries for any number of guests. Pricing on inquiry.
• Deep December Special Early-season discounted heliski package running December 1, 2026 to January 3, 2027 across Day Heli and Lodge formats, offering access to untouched early-season powder and cold-smoke conditions with savings versus peak season.
• Spring Heli Special Late-season discounted heliski package running March 15–31, 2027 across Day Heli and Lodge formats, featuring access to high alpine bowls, glaciated zones, and technical spring lines with savings versus peak season.
• Peak Season Packages Premium January to mid-March Day Heli and Lodge packages offering the highest availability of alpine terrain access and peak snow conditions at full seasonal rates.
• Helicopter Transfers from Kelowna Airport Luxury helicopter transfer service from Kelowna International Airport directly to Revelstoke, providing seamless arrival for heliski guests without ground transportation.
• Travel Insurance Packages Partnered travel insurance offerings including Trip Cancellation Insurance (via Acera Travel), Limited Trip Interruption Insurance for Day and Lodge packages, and Limited Emergency Medical Coverage including evacuation insurance, recommended to all heliski guests.

Quantifiable outcome

• 390,000 acres of exclusive terrain
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and minor.

• The North FacemajorGTM or Marketing PartnerTitle sponsor providing outerwear and apparel. The North Face pro team (Nick McNutt, Arianna Tricomi, Tom Wallisch, Dennis Ranalter) visits annually to film content at Eagle Pass. The partnership provides both equipment sponsorship and high-value marketing content featuring the brand's top athletes.
• Bataleon SnowboardscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerEquipment sponsor providing snowboards for guest demo use. Located on the partners page with logo display.
• YES. SnowboardscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with iconic snowboarders David Carrier-Porcheron, Romain de Marchi, and JP Solberg. Every Eagle Pass guest has access to a full powder board quiver including the iconic YES. 420 designed for Monashee terrain. Co-marketing content released annually featuring the YES. team riding Deep in the Monashees.
• Eddie BauermajorGTM or Marketing PartnerEddie Bauer sends their entire pro team to visit Eagle Pass annually for filming, photography, social media content, product testing events, and winter catalogue shoots. Pro athletes include KC Deane, Lynsey Dyer, Lexi Dupont, and Wyatt Caldwell. Partnership has produced multiple films and extensive marketing content over multiple seasons.
• K2, Black Crows, and ArmadacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSki partners providing demo equipment. Available in lengths from 168cm to 200cm and widths from 115mm to 130mm, specifically selected for powder performance.
• Acera Travel (Insurance Provider)minorOthersPreferred travel insurance provider for trip cancellation, trip interruption, and emergency medical coverage. Recommended to all guests booking heliski packages.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Canadian Mountain Holidays (CMH Heli-Skiing): The largest and longest-established helicopter skiing operator in British Columbia and Canada, offering multi-day lodge-based heli-skiing across multiple tenures. CMH is the most direct competitor to Eagle Pass Heli's lodge + helicopter skiing model, competing for the same affluent, expert-skier guest.
• Whistler Heli-Skiing: Whistler-area heli-ski operator offering day packages close to a major resort destination. Competes with Eagle Pass Heli for day-trip heli-ski bookings, particularly from US and international guests visiting the Whistler corridor.
• Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing: Major BC-based heli-skiing operator based in Blue River with an extensive tenure and large lodge operation. Competes directly with Eagle Pass Heli for premium multi-day heli-ski bookings, particularly among North American and European expert skiers.
• Selkirk Tangiers Heli Skiing: Revelstoke-area heli-skiing operator with lodge and day packages, operating in the Selkirk Mountains. Direct local competitor to Eagle Pass Heli targeting the same expert powder skier segment with multi-day lodge experiences.
• Last Frontier Heliskiing: BC operator running multiple remote heli-ski lodges (Bell 2, Ripley Creek, Tweedsmuir) with small-group philosophy. Competes with Eagle Pass Heli for multi-day heli-ski bookings among experienced powder skiers.
• Coast Range Heliskiing: Whistler-based heli-skiing operator offering both day and lodge packages with small group ratios. Comparable mid-sized competitor to Eagle Pass Heli in BC's premium heli-ski segment.
• Bella Coola Heli Sports: Long-standing BC heli-ski operator with lodge and day packages in the Coast Mountains, known for deep snowfall. Competes for the same high-end heli-ski guest segment served by Eagle Pass Heli.
• RK Heliski: Nelson, BC-based heli-skiing operation offering lodge and day packages in the Selkirk range. A direct regional competitor to Eagle Pass Heli for expert backcountry skiers in interior BC.

Emerging players

• Cat Skiing Canada (various operators e.g., Selkirk Snowcat Skiing): Cat-skiing operators in BC offer a snowcat-based alternative for deep powder access. They don't compete directly via helicopter but address the same expert powder-skier persona seeking exclusive backcountry skiing experiences.

Others

• CMH Heli-Skiing / Monashee Lodge area operators: CMH's Monashee Lodge and similar operators represent broad incumbents in the BC heli-ski category. While not all directly comparable, they influence pricing, demand, and the overall premium-heliski market in which Eagle Pass Heli operates.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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