ICE-CLIMBING COURSE

A 5-day guided ice-climbing course in Wye Creek, Remarkables, New Zealand, offers an immersive experience in one of the country’s best winter ice-climbing areas. This course is designed for beginners and intermediate climbers looking to develop their technical skills in ice-climbing in a stunning location.

Each day focuses on progressive learning, starting with fundamental techniques such as crampon use, ice axe placements, and efficient movement on ice. Depeding on your progression, participants then advance to more technical skills, including anchor building, belaying and lead climbing. By the final days, if climbers have gained the skills and confidence could tackle multi-pitch routes and steeper ice walls under expert guidance.

Beyond skills, this course fosters decision-making in winter alpine conditions, covering route selection, risk assessment, and avalanche awareness. Wye Creek’s challenging icefalls and varied terrain provide the perfect training ground, offering a mix of single-pitch climbs and longer alpine routes.

This ice-climbing course is tent based, so participants also experience and learn winter camping skills.

Guided by experienced certified mountain guides, climbers gain valuable hands-on experience in a controlled yet adventurous setting. Whether aiming for personal progression or preparing for bigger alpine objectives, this course builds confidence, efficiency, and safety awareness in an inspiring environment. Plus, the Remarkables’ breathtaking scenery makes every climb an unforgettable experience!