Frequently asked questions.
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Q: How much does it cost?
A: Please see our Rates Page for current prices.
Q: How does it work?
A: Guests will arrive at Sun Valley Heli Ski headquarters at 9:00 AM with their ski and riding gear in hand. They will then receive a safety briefing from a SVHS staff member. Following the safety briefing, the guests and a guide will board the helicopter for the approximately 5 minute ride to the top of Baldy. The guests’ skiing and riding equipment will be placed in the helicopter’s basket and will accompany the guests on their flight. The helicopter will land in SVHS’s designated landing spot next to the Lookout Lodge. The guests will then disembark from the helicopter and the guide will unload their gear from the basket. The guests are then on their own to ski Baldy for the day.
Q: Do I need a Sun Valley lift ticket?
A: Yes, a Sun Valley lift ticket, season pass or Epic pass is required to ski down. It is not included in the price.
Q: Do I have to ski down?
A: No, you can ride the heli back to SVHS HQ.
Q: Do I need to book a reservation?
A: Yes, reservations are required. It is strongly recommended that you call well in advance of the day(s) you would like to fly in order to ensure that there is space available.
Q: What does the day look like in terms of timing?
A: We will let you know the timing of your trip when you make your reservation. We also ask Guests to call our status line at 208.806.3302 every morning at 7:30 am so that we can communicate any changes to the standard schedule.
Q: How many people are in the helicopter?
A: We operate an A-Star helicopter which holds 4 guest + a guide and pilot.
Q: Will SVHS give me a shuttle back to SVHS HQ at the end of my Baldy/Sun Valley Resort ski day?
A: No. You must arrange for your own transport after skiing Baldy/Sun Valley Resort.
