Top Whistler Extreme Sports

Venture off-road and explore the backcountry trails of the Brandywine Valley on this ATV adventure. Get behind the wheel of an ATV and zip along forest roads, bush trails, and dirt tracks; stop at lookout points and enjoy incredible views of Whistler, Blackcomb and Black Tusk; and keep a look out for wildlife including deer, eagles, and bears.

Take your sightseeing to the skies on an exhilarating zipline tour through the unspoiled Whistler-area wilderness. With your choice of two different tours, select the ideal experience for your taste. Breathe in crisp mountain air as you cruise above white water rivers and the alpine forest of Blackcomb Mountain and Whistler, spotting local wildlife and learning about mountain ecology. A most adventurous way to learn!

Get behind the wheel of your own 4X4 off-road buggy on this guided tour of Whistler. First, receive instructions on how to drive your buggy. Then, rev your engine and climb rugged mountain roads and forested single-track trails in Callaghan Valley. Take in scenic views while keeping your eyes peeled for local wildlife along the way.

Head to the famed ski town of Whistler Village—the headquarters for many of the 2010 Winter Olympic events—on this winter snowmobile tour. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure time, and then explore the local back-country terrain. Visit scenic trails and lookouts, frozen lakes, and high-alpine bowls on this exciting small-group tour. If you forget some of your winter gear—snow pants, jackets, boots, gloves, helmets, and goggles—you have the option to borrow at no additional charge. A hot drink and snack are included.

Skate across Whistler's rugged Callaghan Valley on an invigorating snowmobile trip. Follow your guide on a ride through the site of the 2010 Winter Olympics events, cutting across forested hillsides and frozen lakes. Along the way stop to admire the beautiful British Columbia landscape, snap photos, and partake in a traditional Yukon breakfast of eggs and syrupy pancakes cooked on a wood stove (upgrade required).

Trek through Whistler's rugged alpine terrain on a thrilling 2-hour ATV trip! Follow your guide on an exhilarating ride along Blackcomb’s mountain trails and through forested hillsides. Along the way stop to admire the resort town of Whistler and the unbelievably beautiful British Columbia landscape. Your mountain ATV tour also includes a safety briefing, protective gear and round-trip transport from Eagle Lodge.

Calling all adventure lovers, this private 3-hour ATV tour allows you to drive through the rugged terrains and spectacular landscapes of Callaghan Valley at your own speed. Following your guide, you’ll follow a 2.5-mile (4-km) off-road track that leads to rivers, streams, and mountain viewpoints. A valid driving license is required for this activity, which is only suitable for single riders.

Drive a snowmobile through the Callaghan Valley on a snowmobile tour from Whistler that explores the abandoned NorthAir gold mine site. You’ll follow broad, winding trails to an open area that’s a perfect ‘play area’ for snowmobiles, and then get a glimpse of Whistler’s spectacular backcountry. This snowmobile tour includes a short training session, plus it’s ideal for families and first-time riders.

Fly through our Cougar Mountain wonderland in Whistler, on the world’s most spectacular ziplines. We’ve designed and custom-built one of the best adventures in the world. Your tour starts with a custom 4×4 climb up Rainbow Mountain, and at the top we will get you ready to soar across mountain valleys and through old growth forests on four dual ziplines. Highlighted by our longest zipline at well over a kilometer long and 200 meters high, you will reach speeds up to 100 km/hour as you fly through the BC backcountry.

Experience Whistler's incredible vistas on a 2-hour trip toward the peak of Blackcomb Mountain in a Jeep 4x4. Head off-road with your driver/guide and admire the blue ice of Hortsman Glacier up close. Take in stunning views of the Coast Mountain Range and Whistler Village while learning about the area from your guide.

Test your nerve on Canada’s longest zipline on this 1.5-hour Sasquatch zipline adventure in Whistler. Following a safety briefing with a guide, harness up to the zipline and let yourself go! During your 7,000-foot (2,133-meter) descent, zoom at top speed down the face of Blackcomb Mountain, and take in spectacular views over the forests, lakes, peaks, rivers and glacier. At the bottom, disconnect from the zipline with a smile of exhilaration on your face and watch as your friends whizz down.

Bring your lumberjack fantasies to life during a 1-hour axe throwing experience in Whistler. Open from 11am to 10pm, you can easily fit this thrilling event into your schedule. After a safety briefing, you’re ready to take a shot at the bullseye. The fun-filled activity is great for workplace team building, an atypical first date, and even family outings (children must be at least 10-years-old).

Blaze through winter landscapes on a 2- or 2.5-hour snowmobile adventure in Whistler, a tour perfect for beginner or intermediate-level riders, with both tour options offered. Follow a guide into the backcountry trails of Cougar Mountain, located just a 10-minute drive from Whistler Village. Roar through Whistler's old growth forests, up to some beautiful viewpoints. You have the option to drive alone or ride as a passenger.

Watch the daylight dwindle over Canada’s breathtaking peaks and valleys on this Blackcomb sunset tour. Hop into your 4x4 vehicle and head up to a cabin nestled high on Blackcomb Mountain with your guide. Enjoy panoramic views over Whistler Village and the Coast Mountain Range beyond from your vantage point on the high mountainside. As the sun begins its slow descent on the horizon, watch the skies turn all the colors of the rainbow and marvel at the beautiful ‘alpine glow’ before returning back to base.

Your Passenger Bobsleigh Experience begins with an orientation about your ride and track etiquette. You will then be shuttled to your start position where you will be fitted with a helmet. You will meet your pilot, and with the assistance of the track crew, be seated in the sled and go through the final safety checks. Listen as your team’s names are being announced on the big speakers! Once the control tower gives your sled the green light, track crew will give you a push, and you, your pilot, and your two fellow participants are off! As you will accelerate down the track, lean into the corners to assist your steering pilot in reaching top speeds of 125+ km/hr in the final corner. The uphill outrun will slow you to a stop at the finish dock, where the track crew will assist you to exit the sled. High five with your crew and line up for your commemorative photo. You have mastered the world's fastest track!

Experience snowmobiling in Whistler on a family-friendly, 2.5-hour, small-group snowmobile tour that includes pickup from meeting points in Whistler Village and Blackcomb. You'll explore old-growth forests, a vast network of trails on Cougar Mountain, and sweeping views of British Columbia’s rugged landscape. Take note that one child 12 and under can ride for free with each adult driver.

After your day on the mountain, or exploring Whistler village, come zip in the old growth forest before your other evening activities begin. An exhilarating experience that provides the opportunity to catch the magical alpenglow, or zip in the pristine tranquility of a snow fall. The ideal 2-hour adventure that offers a unique way to experience Whistler’s Signature Mountains. Soft twinkle lights line the course and reveal themselves as dusk and evening set-in, creating a delightful atmosphere. Some fresh air adventure will no doubt have you ready for dinner and whatever else your night in Whistler may entail!

Only in Whistler can you slide like an Olympian! Your Public Skeleton Experience commences with an orientation about your ride and track etiquette. After the orientation, your group will get fitted with helmets and you will walk about one third up the track to the Maple Leaf start. Watch closely as a staff member does a demonstration run! When it is your turn, the track team will assist you in finding the correct position on your sled. The control tower will announce your name on the big speakers, give your sled the green light, and track crew will gently push you into the track. And you’re off! As you accelerate down the track, remember to “be a sack of potatoes”, as the most relaxed participants reach the highest speeds of over 100 km/hr. The uphill outrun will slow you down, and staff will bring you to a stop and help you off your sled. Head back up for run number two and refine your technique – you want to win the race after all!