• Duration: 4 hours
• Walking Distance: 2-5 km (1-3 miles)
• Type: Helicopter Tour / Alpine Hike / Private
• Location: Ursus Range, Vancouver Island Alps
• Terrain: Alpine, lakes and meadows
• Group Size: 1-4 people (Our Long Ranger helicopter fits a maximum of 5 people including the guide)
• Season: July – October

• All times are approximate and are subject to weather
• 11:00am – Check in with Long Beach Nature Tours to get an update on the weather and the days’ plan.
• 12:30am – Your guide will pick you up at your hotel and drive to the Long beach Airport where the helicopter will be waiting.
• 12:45pm – Helicopter safety briefing.
• 1:00pm – Take off from Long Beach and into the mountains we go!
• Late afternoon – Your guide will drive you back to your hotel.

Moderate

• You will need a reasonable level of fitness. You will need to be able to walk for 3-4 hours at a time on undulating paths. Most of the trails are hard packed sand, boardwalks and rain forest trails. You do not need to have any previous hiking experience before you join this tour. You will receive instructions and a full briefing by your experienced hiking guide before you set off. Content with occasional steep section but primarily gradual. Few hazards such as uneven terrain and slippery rocks. Good mobility required.
• Suitable for ages 13 and up.

• We recommend you wear comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor exercise and close-toed shoes suitable for hiking.
• It’s always a good idea to bring a waterproof jacket or an additional layer such as a warm sweater as coastal weather can change quickly – even on sunny days!
• We recommend you bring a camera of course!
• It’s also a good idea to pack sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses
• We ask that you please bring your own reusable water bottle – we’re working to reduce plastic waste. Did you know that Tofino has some of the cleanest and freshest tap water in the world? Our fresh water supply comes from Colnett Mountain on the beautiful Meares Island. If you don’t have a bottle of your own; Reusable Bottles are available for purchase at our Storm Light Outfitter’s Booking Office along with a variety of outdoor gear.

• A professional ACMG certified Hiking Guide
• Use of day pack (upon request)
• Use of hiking poles (upon request)
• Round trip transportation to and from Tofino (upon request)
• Private helicopter sightseeing tour

• Water (1 litre recommended)
• Gratuity for your guide