Mount Cain offers some of the quickest access to excellent backcountry skiing on Vancouver Island. The west, east and north bowls, Dream Chute, Mounts Able and Hapush are all possible destinations as part of a fun-filled day of ski touring. The T-bar can be used to up the amount of vertical skied or you can choose a more traditional backcountry day. Whether you use the T-bar or not, epic north island powder, stunning mountain scenery and the friendly culture of Mount Cain will ensure an unforgettable day. You can also join us for a weekend with overnight accommodation in a comfortable chalet on the mountain.

You should be an advanced skier or snowboarder in natural snow conditions to sign up for a posted trip. If your skiing ability is less than this please get in touch with us so that we can create a compatible group for you.

If you don't own your own touring gear and would like to try it out, Ski Tak Hut offers 25% off rentals for all Island Alpine Guides customers while on one of our trips.

Questions? Check out our FAQ page for details about our booking and cancellation policy, and other commonly asked questions.

All Island Alpine Guides courses and trips take place in an outdoor, wilderness environment. This means that as a participant you will be encountering various risks, dangers and hazards some of which include avalanches, cornices, crevasses, cliffs, trees, creeks, rockfall, difficult travel conditions, weather, illness, equipment failure, wild animals, becoming lost as well as the possibility of mistakes being made by IAG guides and instructors. To participate in these activities you will be required to read and agree to our waiver as part of the registration process. You will also be required to sign the waiver at the start of the course or trip. In doing so you will waive or give up certain legal rights including the right to sue or to claim compensation following an accident.

Included in the price:

• 1 day with an ACMG guide

Not included in the price:

• Transport
• Food
• Clothing
• Personal equipment
• Accommodation
• Lift ticket
• Avi kit