Backcountry Guided Tours in Whistler

In-house guiding service like no other

We are proud to offer flexible, à la carte guiding services in partnership with the experienced team at Altus Mountain Guides. Whether you're new to the backcountry or an experienced skier, you can customize your adventure—join our guides for a single day or plan a fully guided multi-day experience.

Altus guides bring deep local knowledge and a passion for creating safe, unforgettable trips for all ability levels. We also continue to offer a range of programmed adventures designed to build skills and confidence for your future time in the mountains.

What we offer:

Guided Backcountry Skiing

Let one of our expert guides lead you through the Callaghan Valley’s terrain, maximizing your ski time while exploring the beautiful backcountry peaks.

Snowshoe Adventures

Explore the untouched wilderness of the area on snowshoes, with one of our certified guides leading your adventure off the beaten path.

Mountain Education

Take advantage of your time in the backcountry with tailored education from an ACMG guide. Whether you're looking for avalanche safety, navigation, or ski mountaineering courses, our guides can customize a curriculum suited to your needs.

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Cross-Country Skiing

Ready to venture off the track? Our guides will confidently lead you into the heart of the Callaghan Valley, showing you the best off-track routes.

Get After it.

Explore the Callaghan Valley with our certified guides — whether you’re ski touring, snowshoeing, or cross-country skiing.

Our newest package is an all-inclusive, fully guided adventure, designed to help you make the most of your time in the mountains.

Tours start at $475 per person per night .

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Prefer something lighter? You can book a one- or two-day guiding add-on and spend the rest of your stay exploring our cross-country trails. It’s a flexible way to mix guided backcountry time with independent skiing.

GUIDING ADD-ONS

Most Affordable

Open Group Guided Day

Join fellow lodge guests for a guided backcountry adventure. Great value and a fun way to meet new people.

Pros

More affordable.
Meet and ski with new people.

Considerations

Group pace/objectives depend on participant fitness and ski ability.

$222 CAD / person 3-person minimum

Guests (1–6)

Subtotal: $666.00

*We will contact you 2 weeks prior to confirm if the 3-person minimum is met and, if not, offer you the choice to upgrade or cancel.*

If minimum isn’t met

Cancel (no charge), or
Upgrade to discounted private:
- $822 for 1 person
- $422 per person for 2 people

Most Flexible

Private Guide (up to 6 guests)

Your guide, your pace, your objectives — from mellow exploratory tours to big objectives.

Pros

Fully tailored objectives and pace.
Dedicated guide for your group only.

Considerations

Higher cost overall.
Organizer ensures the group has aligned fitness/skills.

1 guest: $1,022 pp 2 guests: $522 pp 3 guests: $422 pp 4–6 guests: $322 pp

Guests (1–6)

Rate per person: $322.00

Group total: $1,288.00

About Altus

Our guided tours are led by Altus Mountain Guides, a highly respected team of ACMG and IFMGA-certified professionals based in Whistler and Squamish. With over a decade of experience, Altus specializes in backcountry ski touring, avalanche education, and high-alpine adventures. Their expertise ensures every tour is both safe and inspiring—perfect for beginners and seasoned skiers alike.

Our Trusted Partners in Outdoor Adventure

We’re excited to partner with Risk Maturity Collective, Rippin' Chix, and evoTrip—three organizations that empower outdoor adventurers. Risk Maturity Collective provides expert avalanche safety and risk management training, while Rippin' Chix offers women-focused clinics in backcountry skiing and biking. Evo's Adventure Travel curates guided ski and snowboard trips to destinations worldwide, offering unique off-piste experiences. Each partner shares our passion for promoting safe, skill-building adventures in stunning landscapes.

BlackSheep Adventure

BlackSheep Adventure Sports is a locally based adventure tourism company that offers backcountry trips all over the world. They've been offering guided backcountry trips into Journeyman Lodge for over a decade and are the local experts. Using the Journeyman Lodge as a home-base they offer fully guided and catered ski touring packages that have it all: amazing skiing and riding, great food and of course luxurious accommodation! Their local ACMG Certified guides can show you the best lines that this powder paradise has to offer.

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Rippin' Chix

Rippin' Chix is an empowering outdoor adventure community offering women-focused clinics in backcountry skiing, mountain biking, and more. Their camps are designed to build confidence and skills in a supportive, no-pressure environment. With expert coaching and fun, challenging experiences, participants can push their limits while connecting with other outdoor-loving women. Whether you're new to the backcountry or a seasoned adventurer, Rippin' Chix offers a range of programs for all abilities.

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evoTrip

evo's Adventure Travel for ski and snowboard enthusiasts offers guided tours in various destinations worldwide, including Japan, Europe, and North America. The trips focus on off-piste skiing, snowboarding, and backcountry exploration, often led by experienced guides. The adventures cater to different skill levels and include extras such as local cuisine, cultural experiences, and exclusive accommodations.

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