Our courses and guiding programs
Alpine Guides operate year-round mountaineering adventures in the Southern Alps
Our trips and courses are about combining the best service, realistic objectives, safe practice and reasonable pricing.
While you are here for the great experience, you will be led by some of the best guides in New Zealand.
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Summer Season: Courses and Guiding ››
Summer (November through April) is the most popular period for mountaineering in the Southern Alps. This is the time to learn the basics, or bag the big peaks.
Winter Season: Courses and Guiding ››
Winter (mid-June to mid-October) ski touring, ice climbing, ski mountaineering, avalanche courses and climbing trips
Short hikes and rock climbing ››
Half and full-day adventure hikes and rock climbing around Mt Cook Village, during the summer months (November-March)
Alpine Guides: guiding and courses
Summer 2009/10 ››
Introductory to advanced climbing courses, guided ascents and expeditions on NZ's highest peaks.
Winter Guiding & Courses ››
From ice climbing and ski mountaineering to avalanche courses and ski touring.
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