Pisa Range Ski Touring Trip
A beginner friendly ski touring destination!Pisa Range Ski Touring Trip
A multi-day ski touring trip to the Pisa Conservation Range for beginner to intermediate skiers promises an adventure filled with learning and breathtaking alpine scenery. The journey typically begins with a drive from Wanaka or Queenstown to the Snow Farm, followed by a gentle ski tour into the mountains to reach our base for the trip, Kirtle Burn Hut. This first day is designed to help participants acclimate to the environment and get comfortable with their gear under the guidance of our experienced mountain guides.
Each day starts with a hearty breakfast at a Kirtle Burn Hut, where we stay throughout the trip. Daily routes are carefully chosen to match the skill levels of the group, featuring gentle slopes and moderate ascents. The focus is on improving skiing technique, mastering the use of touring equipment.
Our Mountain Guides offer hands-on instruction in skinning, efficient climbing techniques, and safe descending on various snow conditions. The Pisa Range’s varied terrain includes wide-open bowls and scenic ridges, perfect for honing new skills. Participants can expect plenty of breaks to enjoy the stunning vistas, including views of the Southern Alps and Central Otago’s expansive valleys.
Evenings are spent in the hut, where skiers share stories, enjoy meals, and plan the next day’s adventure. This trip balances skill development with the joy of exploring a beautiful alpine environment, making it an ideal choice for those looking to advance their ski touring abilities in a supportive, picturesque setting.
ski touring difficulty
This ski touring trip is perfet for beginers ski tourers and or intermediate ones that are after an easy terrain. Although some steep bowls could be reached to offer advance slopes!
Trip Info
LOCATION
Pisa Range Conservation Area
DATES
July to September
DURATION
2 to 4 day trip
SKI TOURING DIFFICULTY
Beginner to Intermediate
GUIDE TO CLIENT RATIO / GROUP SIZE
1 Guide for 4 people max
Private Group only
PRICE
From NZ$990/pers.
Itinerary
The itineray will vary, depending on the weather and snow conditions at the time of the trip. Here is a quick snip at what it would be:
Day 0. Meet in Wanaka, gear check
Day 1. Early start to drive to the Pisa Conservation entrance at the Snow Farm. We start our approach to Kirtle Burn Hut here. It will take us about 3 to 4hrs to reach the hut. After a warm beverage and a snack we’ll go for s ski tour above the hut.
Day 2 & 3. Early start then ski tour from the hut. Back to the hut end of the afternon after a full day out.
Day 4. Early start then we start our journey to ski out to the Snowfarm. Back to Wanaka in the Aftertoon.
Dates & Pricing
PRICE - 2 DAY PISA SKI TOURING TRIP
| 1 pers. | NZ$ 2,390 |
| 2 pers. | NZ$ 1,290/pers. |
| 3 pers. | NZ$ 990/pers. |
| 4 pers. | NZ$ 990/pers. |
PRICE - 3 DAY PISA SKI TOURING TRIP
| 1 pers. | NZ$ 3,490 |
| 2 pers. | NZ$ 1,950/pers. |
| 3 pers. | NZ$ 1,490/pers. |
| 4 pers. | NZ$ 1,490/pers. |
PRICE - 4 DAY PISA SKI TOURING TRIP
| 1 pers. | NZ$ 4,590 |
| 2 pers. | NZ$ 2,490/pers. |
| 3 pers. | NZ$ 1,990/pers. |
| 4 pers. | NZ$ 1,990/pers. |
DATES
July to end of September – Flexible dates
EXTRA WEATHER DAY
NZ$650/group
TRIP INCLUSION
- IFMGA/NZMGA Mountain & Ski Guide
- Ground transport from Wanaka
- Technical climbing & ski gear
- All mountain meals + snacks
- Alpine huts fee
- GST
TRIP EXCLUSIONS
- Personal equipment
- Ski-touring gear
- Appropriate skiing clothes
- Personal Insurance
- Cancellation Insurance
Frequently Asked Questions
Extra Weather Day, What this is?
It’s a NON-GUIDED day, to add-on at the begining and/or the end of your trip at the time of booking, to guaranty the availiability of the guide, in the event of bad weather and the trip’s dates have to be shiftted slightly. The price is per group and per day and does not include accomodation or meals.
What If the weather is bad for my trip ?
The Southern Alps in New Zealand is a worldwide desired climbing and skiing destination due to its remoteness and wilderness beauty. Windows of nice settled weather between fronts are oftern in place. But as for all mountain ranges in the world, the Southern Alps also has challenging weather. After all, it’s a long, high mountain range located on a tiny island surounded by the Tasman Sea and the Southern Pacific Ocean…
Summit Explorers Mountain Guides are well experienced in judging the weather and conditions to provide you the best possible trip. They will go above and beyond to make the trip happen. But sometimes, it’s out of our control, so if the weather remains terrible and prevents the trip from happenning as originally planned, you will be offered a different location and/or climb. There will be no refund for bad weather and conditions. However, depending of the agreement and avaibility of the guide, an arrangment could be discussed to postpone the trip at a different date.
Should I get a trip insurance
We strongly advice that all clients purchase travel and cancellation insurance that specifically covers cancellation due to injury or illness as well as weather cancellation. This is highly recommended for all trips with Summit Explorers due to the nature of the trips we provide. We have a relationship with the provider Global Rescue which has an option which includes a “Cancel for any Reason” policy. Rescue and Extraction is covered by ACC in New Zealand, however ACC does not cover for any trip cancellation. Insurance policy costs will vary based on age, duration of trip and coverage selected. . You can learn more and get a free quote here: Global Rescue by Summit Explorers
How do I get to Wanaka
Queenstown airport is the closest to Wanaka. There are regular shuttles which service Wanaka.
For shuttle and taxi information:
Summit explorers Terms and Conditions
Please visit our Booking terms and conditions page
Why Choose Summit Explorers
YEARS OF INTERNATIONAL GUIDING EXPERIENCE
Our Company and our incredible team of mountain guides are passionate, talented climbers and skiers who have a extremely valuable guiding experience in the New Zeland mountains and Internationally.
SAFETY FOCUSED
Our number one priority is insuring that every body that join us on a trip, will enjoy a safe one! Certified Mountain Guides are trained to perform at the highest international standards of skills and safety.
GOING ABOVE AND BEYOND
Adaptative to your needs and dreams, always on the search to make your mountain journey a memorable one, that’s what we do and how we guide.
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