Whistler Wilderness Snowmobile Tour – Guided Winter Adventure
Explore Whistler's snowy backcountry on a guided wilderness snowmobile tour. Ride along forest trails, discover spectacular mountain scenery and enjoy an exciting winter adventure with professional guides and equipment provided.
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About this activity
Discover the Thrill of a Whistler Snowmobile Tour
Experience the excitement of exploring British Columbia’s winter wilderness on a guided Whistler snowmobile tour. Leave the busy resort atmosphere behind and venture into a landscape of snow-covered forests, rugged mountain terrain and breathtaking alpine scenery. This outdoor adventure combines the thrill of riding a snowmobile with the beauty of Whistler’s spectacular natural surroundings.
Explore Snowy Forest Trails and Mountain Landscapes
Follow your guide through winding woodland trails and scenic backcountry routes surrounded by the majestic Coast Mountains. Depending on weather and snow conditions, the journey may reveal frozen lakes, panoramic mountain views and peaceful winter scenery. Along the way, enjoy opportunities to admire the landscape and capture memorable photographs of this beautiful Canadian wilderness.
Enjoy a Guided Winter Adventure with Expert Support
This snowmobile experience is designed for adventurous beginners with confidence on motorized vehicles and intermediate riders. Professional guides provide instructions before the journey and lead the group along the selected route. With equipment supplied and transportation arranged from Whistler Village, visitors can enjoy an organized adventure without having to plan their own backcountry excursion.
One of the Most Exciting Winter Things to Do in Whistler
Snowmobiling offers a memorable alternative to skiing and snowboarding during a winter visit to Whistler. Whether traveling as a couple, with friends or as part of a family adventure, this guided excursion reveals another side of the mountain destination. Reserve your preferred winter departure in advance and discover Whistler’s impressive landscapes beyond the ski slopes.
Highlights
- Experience a guided snowmobile adventure in Whistler's winter wilderness
- Explore snow-covered forest trails and scenic backcountry terrain
- Admire views of British Columbia's spectacular Coast Mountains
- Discover beautiful winter landscapes and frozen lakes when conditions allow
- Enjoy an adventure designed for confident beginners and intermediate riders
- Receive snowmobile training and safety instructions before setting off
- Travel in a guided group with opportunities for scenic photo stops
- Enjoy convenient return transportation from central Whistler Village
What's included
- Approximately 3-hour experience including transfers, training and riding time
- Use of a snowmobile during the guided tour
- Professional snowmobile guide
- Safety briefing and riding instructions
- Helmet, gloves and goggles
- Return shuttle transportation between Whistler Village and the riding area
- Applicable GST tax
Practical information
Duration: approximately 3 hours in total, including shuttle transportation, training and snowmobile riding. This is not 3 full hours of riding.
Meeting point: Canadian Wilderness Adventures Sales Desk, downstairs in Carleton Lodge, 4280 Mountain Square #17, Whistler, BC V8E 1B9.
Check-in: arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled departure.
End point: return to the original Whistler Village meeting point.
Operator: Canadian Wilderness Adventures.
Season: typically December to April, subject to snow and weather conditions.
Difficulty: suitable for adventurous or confident beginners and intermediate riders. Some previous experience with snowmobiles, ATVs or motorcycles is helpful.
Driver requirements: minimum age 19, with a valid full unrestricted driver's license equivalent to British Columbia Class 5 or Class 6. Drivers aged 25 or younger must present their license at check-in.
Passenger requirements: minimum age 10 and minimum height 48 inches (approximately 122 cm).
Maximum combined weight: 375 lb (approximately 170 kg) per snowmobile.
Group size: maximum 14 travelers.
Language: tours operate in English. At least one adult per group of up to seven snowmobiles must speak conversational English.
Clothing: dress warmly in layers and bring a winter jacket, snow pants, winter boots and appropriate gloves. Limited additional outerwear may be available to borrow.
Fitness: a moderate level of physical fitness is recommended.
Accessibility: not wheelchair accessible.
Health restrictions: not recommended for travelers with back problems or serious medical conditions. Pregnant travelers cannot participate as drivers or passengers.
Waiver: all participants must sign a liability waiver. Participants under 19 require a parent or guardian to sign on their behalf.
Alcohol: participants suspected of intoxication are not permitted to ride.
Collision coverage: mandatory collision coverage is charged separately per driver. Viator lists CA$35 per person; confirm the current amount during booking.
Hotel pickup: not included. Return shuttle transportation from the central meeting point is included.
Gratuities: optional and not included.
Cancellation: free cancellation is advertised up to 24 hours before the experience starts, subject to booking conditions.
Important: snowmobile availability, riding conditions, route and departure times depend on the selected date and weather.