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- Largest ski area in North America, a massive 3,285 ha across two mountains
- Wide variety of terrain with over 200 trails, bowls, glaciers and tree runs
- World-class village full of amenities, activities and après ski to keep skiers and non-skiers well entertained for days
- Low peak elevation of 2,284 m means snow can be wet and heavy
- Can get crowded especially during US and Canadian public holidays
- Lift queues can be an issue here
- Whistler Blackcomb can be an expensive ski trip
Whistler Blackcomb Ski Packages |
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| Lodging + Lift Tickets | Discount | Price |
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ResortQuest at The Marquise
2 x Adult 2-day Lift Ticket |
30% off | $824 |
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ResortQuest at Whistler Peak Lodge
2 x Adult 2-day Lift Ticket |
29% off | $750 |
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ResortQuest at Whistler Cascade Lodge
2 x Adult 2-day Lift Ticket |
29% off | $733 |
View all ski packages for Whistler Blackcomb |
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Overall
If you’re serious about your skiing or snowboarding, sooner or later you owe it to yourself to visit Whistler Blackcomb, British Columbia. It’s consistently near the top of Ski Magazine’s annual list of Top 50 resorts as well as Forbes Top Ten Ski Resorts in North America. With a ski area of 3,285 ha spanning two mountains, it’s North America’s largest and most popular resort. The resort consists of two distinct mountains, Blackcomb Peak and Whistler Mountain, with the main village nestled between and joined by the Peak2Peak gondola, which is the highest lift of its kind in the world (435 m. The staggering amount of acreage includes over 200 named trails of bowls, glaciers and tree runs. There’s plenty of variety and enough terrain to keep everyone from beginner to expert busy for days.
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FLY TO
Vancouver International Airport
DRIVE/BUS TO
Whistler (2-3 hours)
Whistler Village (Walk)
- Most popular place to stay along with Creekside
- Made up of three main areas
- Known for its world-class dining, nightlife and shopping
Creekside (Walk)
- Quiet and residential
- Access slopes via Creekside Gondola
- 5 km from Whistler Village
Alpine Meadows (6-8 km)
- 5 minutes drive from Whistler Village
- Cheaper lodging than Whistler Village
- Range of accommodation from cabins to chalets
Niklaus North (6-8 km)
- 5 minutes away from Whistler Village by car or public transport
- Cheaper lodging than Whistler Village
- Variety of accommodation from condos to chalets
For beginners
Whistler Mountain has more suitable terrain for beginners than Blackcomb so it's best for never evers to start off on the bunny slopes there. More experienced beginners can also get a taste of high alpine skiing on the Burnt Stew Trail!
More beginners tipsFor intermediates
Intermediates have an endless choice of runs here! On the Whistler side, Harmony Ridge will offer panoramic views of the peaks in Garibaldi Provincial Park while in Blackcomb, be sure to check out Hortsman Glacier; it's not often intermediates get a chance to ski on glaciers!
More intermediates tipsFor experts
Nothing screams world-class like the terrain at Whistler-Blackcomb. Test your skills on The Couloir and The Cirque, two iconic lines on Whistler Mountain. Or perhaps try out our favourite, Sapphire Bowl in Blackcomb, it's steep and packed with pow!
More experts tipsFind freshies
For in-bounds off-piste head to Lakeside Bowl or Xhiggy's Meadow or for backcountry make your way to Saphhire Bowl in Blackcomb.
Ditch the crowds
Avoid the runs below Emerald Chair and Orange Peel during peak times.
Non skiers
Whistler offers endless activities to keep non-skiers busy! From bobsledding - that's right bobsledding - to ice fishing to relaxing in outdoor baths amongst a cedar forest, there's something for everyone here!
Families
Whistler Village is renowned for its exceptional facilities and activities to keep the whole family entertained. On the slopes, the area directly below the Emerald Express is a dedicated family are so skiing together is made easy and hassle-free!
Whistler Blackcomb
vs| Whistler Blackcomb | Apex Mountain Resort | |
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| beginner | 18 % | 15 % |
| intermediate | 55 % | 30 % |
| advanced | 22 % | 44 % |
| expert | 5 % | 11 % |
| total runs | 200 | 79 |
| ski area | 3,307ha | 182ha |
| summit elevation | 2,284m | 2,175m |
| total lifts | 31 | 4 |
| child lift ticket | $78 CAD ($87 AUD) | $66 CAD ($73 AUD) |
| adult lift ticket | $156 CAD ($173 AUD) | $80 CAD ($89 AUD) |
| uncrowded | ||
| snow | ||
| back country | ||
| value for money | ||
| average total snowfall | 711cm | 251cm |