Cariboos: Zillmer Glacier
Katie Goldie
"The trip of a lifetime"
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Explore an extraordinary place free from crowds, roads and limitations. A glaciated landscape revered by many, but visited by few – CMH Cariboos.
Now booking for Summer 2020
4-night / 5-day trips from $4,795 CAD.
Embark on an alpine odyssey the way you want it. Your ultimate escape can include any combination of guided heli-access hikes, family-friendly adventures, glacier treks, zip-lines and sky-high via ferrata climbing. Whether you’re an easygoing explorer or a seasoned adventure seeker, we know the perfect place.
Unparalleled mountain lodges
Our iconic mountain lodges are your headquarters for CMH outdoor adventure vacations. Each is uniquely positioned to provide exclusive daily heli-access to remote locations. Choose a destination to learn more.
Guided Mountain Adventures
Led by professional guides accredited by the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG) or the International Federation of Mountain Guides Association (IFMGA), CMH’s outdoor adventure trips are designed for any ability. With over 700,000 acres to explore, our trips are guaranteed to fit a wide variety of adventure styles.
High-alpine hiking in the European tradition
Your all-access pass to classic mountain adventure starts here. Lift off to the deep bliss of British Columbia’s towering peaks and pristine wilderness, with heli-access that puts you right in the heart of it all.
Jesse Tamayo
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Jesse Tamayo
Hike among primeval glaciers, legendary mountain ranges and alpine ecosystems teeming with wildflowers.
Every day promises spectacular experiences for any age, ability or adventure style. Wherever inspiration takes you, our guides will craft the perfect daily itinerary and provide all the gear you need.
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Bugaboos: TestPristine! I can’t express enough how amazing it is to experience nature away from the crowds. Love it!
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The trip was absolutely fantastic! It was an experience I’ll never forget. I would recommend CMH to anyone.
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These summer adventures are the best!
Fly back to the lodge for tea, drinks, appies, hot tub time and a gourmet dinner. Soak in all the amenities of CMH mountain lodging. Climbing walls, massage services, hot tubs and more are here to welcome you.
Experience pure comfort in the middle of nowhere. Rest and recharge then rejoin the path less travelled when tomorrow’s adventure starts all over again.
Unplugged family getaways you’ll cherish
Give your family the best summer ever. Watch their spirits soar as you heli into unforgettable family-friendly adventures. You’ve never experienced a summer vacation quite like this.
From meadow hikes and glacier viewing to wildflowers and waterfalls, you’ll venture where few others have ever been – all guided at a family pace with plenty of time to rest, relax and take in some of the finest scenery in the world. For tall and small alike, the mountains are calling.
Fill your CMH stay with memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime, full of postcard-perfect pictures and smiles as big as the adventures.
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I stayed at Bobbie Burns with my 13-year-old son. We had a fantastic time. The hiking was great, and the Conrad Glacier via ferrata was exceptional.
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The lodge and the CMH staff are truly all exceptional... it is a very special place…They really took care of us, made us laugh, and enjoy the special adventure we were on with the family…
After a day of exploring, discovering and learning, you’ll heli back to your lodge for a gourmet dinner served family-style. Fussy eaters rejoice – our heads chefs are masters at catering to kids.
Play games, enjoy music, hear campfire tales and more, all from the comforts of our high-alpine lodges, then drift off to dream about where tomorrow’s adventures will take you. There’s no telling how high you’ll fly.
Laidback nature escapes at your leisure
You don’t need to conquer the mountains to enjoy them to the fullest. CMH has designed a relaxed, heli-assisted alpine experience that’s perfectly within your comfort zone and far beyond anything you’ve imagined.
Stroll along mountaintops at a leisurely pace. Picnic at the base of a glacier in a meadow bursting with colours. Connect with family, friends and nature the way few people get to experience it.
Our knowledgeable, helpful guides will ensure your days are filled with the ideal itinerary of mountain recreation – just the way you want it.
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Everyone from top to bottom was exceptional. The personal help my 81-year-old blind mother received from the guides made her experience. She would never have been able to hike without them. Thank you!
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Hard to improve on anything from what I experienced. Nothing in this world is perfect however you company and people come very close.
After a half-day or full-day excursion, fly back to your lodge for tea, snacks, casually-gourmet cuisine and well-stocked wine cellars. Relax in our comfortable lodges. Take in the views over cocktails and appetizers on the deck. Enjoy a massage, hot tub time, games, fireside storytelling and more.
Your high-country haven is fully equipped with inspired spaces and luxurious comforts to let you recharge, renew and reconnect. Service, serenity and a great night’s sleep – CMH style.
Exhilarating mountain experiences
For those who want to amp-up the excitement, CMH has the ticket. Our professionally guided thrill-filled adventures can have you climbing via ferrata next to pounding waterfalls, traversing zip-lines over canyons and navigating sky-high cable bridges.
Safe, accessible and entirely unforgettable, CMH’s excursions are designed for your ability and to satiate your thirst for adventure.
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This experience was amazing and my best vacation yet! Nothing but positive things to say about this trip.
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The entire Cariboos staff were amazing. Made us feel like we were part of the family. Trip of a lifetime!
Exhilaration by day, relaxation by night. Unwind after a day spent chasing mountains and glaciers, and enjoy alpine accommodations paired with signature CMH hospitality.
Cocktails, a gourmet meal, inviting hot tubs and WiFi for posting one-of-a-kind summit shots are all here to celebrate your sky-scraping achievements.
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Routinely described as one of the best drives in the world, the iconic road trip on the Icefields Parkway in Canada (and on to CMH Cariboos) is one you won’t soon forget. Here are the best tips and stops along the way.
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The Best Vacation for Families in Bristish Columbia
At 6,000ft, mom, dad and three kids Jessica, Ethan, and Isaac look relaxed at the summit of Mt. Nimbus. Smiling, they face the camera for a photo as easily as if they were sat in the park at home in Seattle; the only difference being is that they’ve just climbed the longest via ferrata in North America.
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First-time heli-hikers: What you need to know
We want you to enjoy your trip. So whether you want to step-it-out and conquer a peak or amble at a gentle speed, we split groups based on fitness, experience and age. This means you can enjoy a pace that best suits you.
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What is a Via Ferrata?
Italian for ‘iron way’, a via ferrata is a series of iron rungs and wire cables that are affixed to a mountainside, providing a secure climbable route for those with little to no experience. It allows a person to navigate their way through otherwise impassable terrain...
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A Heli-Hiking Adventure in B.C.'s Bugaboos
The whirring of the helicopter’s blades directly overhead sent vibrations into the rocky track we were crouched on, as our group heli-huddled together to stave off the wind gust. The thumping noise got louder and the force of the wind stronger, and just when it felt like we were all about to be bowled over the strength of the wind subsided.
Three awe-inspiring locations
Our three relaxed, inviting lodges provide the ultimate home base for summer fun and exploration. Each lodge is staffed with a dedicated team of guides, hosts and culinary talent, and features a full range of resort-style offerings from hot tubs and fitness areas to massage services and more.
Jesse Tamayo
Fully equipped with modern amenities, our three relaxed yet refined lodges provide the ultimate home base for summer fun and exploration. Each lodge is staffed with a dedicated team of guides, hosts and culinary talent, and features a variety of inspired offerings to enhance your experience.
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