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Aurora Backcountry Pass. Your season pass to the backcountry. Whistler Ski Guiding

YOUR SEASON PASS TO THE BACKCOUNTRY!

Too busy to plan your own trips? Sick of waiting for your crew to organize? Want the best $$ for a guide? The Aurora Backcountry Pass is your solution

Get your Aurora Backcountry Pass today and join a community of backcountry skiers and splitboarders. Our backcountry trips can run any day of the week in the Whistler & Sea to Sky area with just a minimum of 3 people . The pass offers unbeatable flexibility at an amazing price! Visit our FAQ to learn more.

Mentorship is not just for beginners. Receive mentorship with your Aurora Backcountry Pass and develop your skills from our team of experienced ACMG guides throughout the entire season. Real backcountry knowledge is not learned during a few days on a course. It's acquired over a lifetime!

Are you a long time ski tourer or splitboarder and just don't have the time to organise your crew? Do you want to join a last minute heli drop, sled access day or an overnight trip? We do the planning for you! Just book and show up! You may even meet a new, more reliable crew to ride with ;)

Visiting for a holiday and want to do a few days at the resort and a few in the backcountry? Maybe your partner or friends are more into the resort and don't want to earn their turns. A day pass is a great way to get one or a few days in last minute. It's also fully refundable if you don't use it.. Really, you can't go wrong with The Aurora Backcountry Pass, its the best way to hire certified Whistler ski guides

WHAT IS THE AURORA BACKCOUNTRY PASS STORY?

A backcountry community in your pocket!

Everything happens in the app! Plan your days, talk to guides and other pass holders, share your adventures, check the weather, and much more..

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Explore your options

With our upgrade options, a heli drop, road trip, or an overnight ski traverse are only a click away..

Check out the Aurora Backcountry Pass forum and keep an eye out for guide announcements in the app regarding future trips

FIND YOUR CREW THIS SEASON
WITH THE AURORA BACKCOUNTRY PASS

Join the Aurora Backcountry Pass community FREE today!

All members, regardless if they have bought a pass or not gain access to the following plus more!

Meet new friends and future
ski partners. Create memories, life is short, enjoy it. This is by far the most valuable benefit.

 

Have a question? Planning a day in the mountains? Interact with multiple guides and other members. Learn more about risk management in the mountains.

We value return pass holders.
So we made sure to reward you for being a part of the Aurora community. The more you spend the more you save!

Visit the mountain conditions page and read our guide announcements to get the most up to date conditions.

Upgrade yourself with knowledge. Avalanche courses, first aid courses, and much more! Pass holders get 30% off all Aurora Backcountry Pass Courses.

GET A FREE PASS when you sign up a bunch of your friends. Earn the most Loyalty Points with referrals. Click here for more details!

CHOOSE YOUR AURORA BACKCOUNTRY PASS BELOW
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To join any trip, choose the plan that's right for you. Or just use the app for free and be a part of the community. The choice is yours!

  • 2024 Day Pass

    240$
    Join one of our scheduled backcountry trips
    Valid for 3 months
    • Purchase a day pass and join an Aurora Backcountry Pass trip
    • 1 day with the Aurora Backcountry Pass Program
    • Refundable! (see Pass Cancellation Policy for details)
  • 2025 Sea to Sky Pass

    711$
    Up to 4 days of guiding between December - April
    Valid for 12 months
    • Up to 4 days of guiding
    • Minimum 3 people per trip
    • Maximum 6 people per trip
    • NO ADDITIONAL BENEFITS GUIDE DAYS ONLY
  • 2025 Recreationalist

    1,260$
    Up to 8 days of guiding between December - April
    Valid for 12 months
    • Up to 8 days of guiding
    • Discounts from select industry partners
    • Minimum 3 people per trip
    • Maximum 6 people per Guide
    • Free avalanche safety training Nov 30 and Dec 1
    • 30% off all courses!
    • 10% off Japan and Norway
    • Earn Loyalty Points and redeem for discounts
  • 2025 Enthusiast

    1,626$
    Up to 12 days of guiding between December - April
    Valid for 12 months
    • Up to 12 days of guiding
    • Discounts from select industry partners
    • Minimum 3 people per trip
    • Maximum 6 people per Guide
    • Free avalanche safety training Nov 30-Dec 1
    • 30% off all courses
    • 10% off Japan and Norway Trips
    • Earn Loyalty Points and redeem for discounts
    • Use 1 Day to bring a Friend*
  • 2025 Season Pass

    1,830$
    Up to 16 days of guiding between December - April
    Valid for 12 months
    • Up to 16 days of Guiding
    • Discounts from select industry partners
    • Maximum 6 people per Guide
    • Minimum 3 people per trip
    • Free avalanche safety training Nov 30 - Dec 1
    • 30% OFF all courses!
    • 10% off Japan and Norway Trips
    • Earn Loyalty Points and redeem for discounts
    • Access to exclusive multi-day upgrade trips
    • Use 1 Day to bring a Friend*
    • Half of all unused days transfer to next season*
    • Accident Insurance transfers ALL unused days instead of Half
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