Arrowsmith Range Ski Touring
The Arrowsmith Range Ski Tour is the perfect introduction to high-alpine ski touring. This is the only organised ski touring activity in the fantastic Arrowsmith Range of New Zealand's Canterbury high country.
Explore the Arrowsmith Range
The 4-day tours are run from the Methven Heliskiing office. Our mountain base is Cameron Hut, situated beneath the peak of Mount Arrowsmith.
Privately Guided Tours, July Thru September
Arrowsmith Tours are privately arranged from 01 July to 30 September. Contact us with your preferred dates and we will provide a guide (subject to guide availability).
Methven Heliskiing helicopters provide transport in and out of the mountains. This means you can tour each day with a light backpack!
Experience Required
- A good level of aerobic fitness
- Strong-intermediate (or better) skiing ability
- Previous ski touring experience not required
Instruction
We will include some basic instruction (when required). Topics include:
- Uphill skinning technique
- Avalanche transceiver searches
- Route selection, and assessing avalanche terrain
| Group size | 4 days |
|---|---|
| 2 people | NZ$2050 |
| 3 people | NZ$1725 |
| 4 people | NZ$1450 |
All prices are per-person. Bookings for 5 or more will require 2 guides.
Price includes:
Helicopter flights, food, hut accommodation, use of technical equipment, 1 day weather contingency.
Arrowsmith Tours are available 01 July to 30 September Inclusive.
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Winter Course Options
Backcountry Avalanche Course | Ice Climbing Experience | Ski Mountaineering Course | Winter Mountain Skills Course
Winter Mountain Guiding Options
Alpine Ski Touring | Arrowsmith Range Ski Touring | Private Instruction & Guiding | Ascents Program
Winter Guiding & Courses ››
From ice climbing and ski mountaineering to avalanche courses and ski touring.
Summer Courses and Guiding ››
Introductory to advanced climbing courses, guided ascents and expeditions on NZ's highest peaks.
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