Heli-skiing to ice-climbing: welcome to Newfoundland’s winter paradise

From snowboarding to snowshoeing, western Newfoundland is a winter sports paradise.   And there’s no better place to experience it than at Humber Valley Resort.

Located on the banks of the Humber River, the resort comprises over a hundred individual upscale and  well appointed  spacious  chalets, each on at least an acre of land.   It is surrounded by pristine countryside perfect for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, and is just a short drive from Marble Mountain’s groomed slopes or the thrills of  CAT-skiing.

The area enjoys an average of five metres of snow a year, and because it is still relatively undiscovered visitors enjoy short lift lines, great wildlife viewing, and acres of untouched snow.
Guest experience attendants at Humber Valley Resort can help guests plan an array of optional activities, whether the goal is to get a first-class adrenaline rush or to gently introduce youngsters to the joys of skiing.  Ice-climbing up a frozen waterfall, back country skiing (complete with an alpine picnic) and  CAT-skiing on over 7,000 acres are all on the menu.   Qualified guides and instructors are available to assist in all sports.   Or if a guest’s idea of winter sports is as simple as tobogganing, Humber Valley can help with that too.
When the sun has set, guests can relax in their private hot tubs or in front of the fireplace at their chalet.   Each is equipped with a gourmet kitchen and the resort also has its own restaurants  and pub.
Rates from early February to mid-April (peak snow season in western Newfoundland) start at $199 for two nights at Humber (per person  based on four sharing a three bedroom chalet), or $499  for five nights.  For more information, visit HYPERLINK “www.humbervalley.com ”www.humbervalley.com  / +1 866 686 8100. 
 
Prices are exclusive of HST, are subject to change and are based on availability.

January 12, 2007   Posted in: Canada