A remote B.C. glacier is home to ice caves that you can explore

If you love exploring unique nature spots, you don’t have to travel far from Vancouver to find them, because some incredible ice caves are closer than you think.

Beyond Whistler, a travel adventure company based in the resort municipality, has launched new guided helicopter-access tours across the Pemberton Icefield.

The luxury experience is for small-group and private tours where guests can explore massive natural ice caves, discover ancient ice flows and volcanic peaks, and more.

Beyond Whistler

“We’re excited for a new season on the Ice Cap,” said John Stibbard, partner and manager of marketing and sales for Beyond Whistler, in a release.

“After more than a decade of exploring this region, this next chapter represents our ongoing commitment to delivering unforgettable, world-class experiences in one of the most extraordinary landscapes in Canada.”

The Pemberton Icefield is the southernmost in a series of huge icefields in the province. It is a popular year-round destination for hiking, climbing and skiing.

Beyond Whistler

The Ice Cave Experience will take guests to remote areas of the icefield on a five-hour excursion led by seasoned mountain experts.

Each trip includes a scenic helicopter flight from Whistler over the Pemberton Icefield, guided glacier and ice cave exploration, a gourmet mountain lunch, and some stunning views.

Beyond Whistler

Guests of all ages and skill levels are welcome, and no previous mountain experience is needed. Tours can be modified to accommodate different ages and mobility levels, so children and older adventurers can bundle up to check out the ice caves.

Bookings for Beyond Whistler‘s Ice Cave Experience begin at $1,995 and take place year-round, depending on the weather forecast and the snowpack conditions.

If you’re looking for a spot in Whistler to keep the adventure going, the resort municipality is home to one of the best accommodations in the world.

And whether it’s a cheeky après moment at The Longhorn Saloon or a spectacular feast at one of the many top-tier, award-winning restaurants in town, Whistler’s got some delicious options when it comes to dining and drinking.