Summer Guiding and Expeditions
New Zealand Expeditions
Our expeditions have been developed to give the time needed to work around snow conditions, changing weather, and for travel into and out of your venue. Instead of fixed departures, we allocates guides to work to your preferred dates (subject to availability).
Guided Ascents & Private Instruction
Flexible packages for individuals or small groups. You can elect the dates to suit your travel plans.
NZ EXPEDITIONS
Mount Cook Expedition | Mount Aspiring Expedition | Mount Tasman Expedition | Across the Main Divide | Tasman Glacier Grand Expedition
Aoraki/Mt Cook Expedition ››
Aoraki the "Cloud Piercer"
At 3754 metres, Aoraki/Mount Cook is New Zealand's highest peak. A long and physically demanding climb of moderate technical difficulty by the standard route.
- Mount Cook is guided on a strict 1:1 ratio
- Duration: 6 days
- Recommended season: November - February
Mount Tasman/Rarakiora Expedition ››
Rarakiora, "Long Unbroken Line"
NZ's second highest mountain (3498 metres) presents a beautiful wind-carved ice summit. Mount Tasman is a serious and committing climb for the fit and experienced alpinist.
- Mount Tasman is guided on a strict 1:1 ratio
- Duration: 7 days
- Recommended season: November - April
Mount Aspiring/ Tititea Expedition ››
Tititea the "Glistening Peak"
The breathtaking peak of Mount Aspiring (3027 metres) is often called the "Matterhorn of the Southern Alps" The highest peak outside the Mount Cook region offers a great challenge for those already with a good base of alpine skills.
- Mt Aspiring can guided at a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio
- Duration: 5 days
- Recommended season: November - April
Across The Main Divide ››
Modeled on classic mountain journeys of old ,we fly in to Pioneer Hut at the head of Fox Glacier before traversing and climbing across the vast glacial nevés back to Mt Cook Village, through Graham Saddle, across the Main Divide of the Southern Alps.
- Duration: 8 days
- Guiding ratio: 1 or 2 participants per guide
- Season: November - April
Tasman Glacier Grand Expedition ››
An Epic 12 day climbing trip
After flying in to the high nevé, the Grand Expedition involves climbing as many summits as possible whilst traveling on foot down the length of New Zealand's longest glacier. This is a trip for experienced alpinists with high levels of fitness and endurance.
- Guided at a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio
- Duration: 12 days
- Recommended season: November - April
Guided Ascents & Private Instruction
Ascents Program | Classic Alpine Rock Ascents | Local Heroes | Private Instruction & Guiding
Ascents Program ››
Our personalised and easily tailored, multi-day package for individuals
The Ascents Program is Ideal for experienced climbers. whether you have one or more peaks in your sights, or want to up-skill, let us know your ambitions and we can make it happen!
- Duration: 6 or more days
- Guiding ratio: 1 participant per guide
- Season: November - April
Classic Alpine Rock Ascents ››
Tucked away throughout the Southern Alps are many long, stunning rock routes leading to spectacular summits.
Developed and guided by Sam Bosshard, get off the beaten track and climb some of NZ’s finest rock.
- Duration: 8 -10 days
- Guided at a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio
- Recommended season: January thru April
Local Heroes ››
Experience high alpine peaks - right on our doorstep!
Why go further? A number of excellent peaks lie within a stone's throw of Mt Cook Village. A low cost walk in/out package, Local Heroes is a great option for those with limited time, who want to get a taste of the potential of the Mt Cook region.
- Duration: 5 or 6 day options
- Guided at a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio
- Recommended season: November thru April
Private Instruction & Guiding ››
Alpine Guides specialise in tailored training trips for specific objectives. The "PI" option is Ideal for beginner through advanced alpinists, or just for a group of friends who want a "private climbing course".
- Duration: 6 or more days
- Guiding ratio: 2-4 participants per guide
- Season: November - April
Alpine Guides: guiding and courses
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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