Ski Mountaineering Trip
Big Mountain Skiing!Ski Mountaineering Trip
A ski mountaineering trip in the Southern Alps is an exhilarating blend of alpine climbing and thrilling skiing in one of the world’s most stunning mountain ranges. This adventure begins with an early morning departure, laden with gear including skis, skins, crampons, and ice axes. The journey often starts with a helicopter drop-off or a strenuous ascent from mountain hut, setting the tone for an epic mission.
Throughout the trip, you experience the raw beauty of the Southern Alps, from jagged peaks and glistening glaciers to secluded alpine valleys. The combination of mountaineering climbs and the sheer joy of skiing from the summits creates an unforgettable sense of adventure. Evenings are spent in mountain huts or tents, sharing stories and preparing for the next day’s challenges.
This ski mountaineering expedition not only tests physical and technical abilities but also fosters a profound connection with the wild, rugged landscapes of New Zealand, making it a quintessential experience for any skier and alpinist.
TRIP OBJECTIVES IDEAS
Just to name fews Ski Mountaineering objectives in the Southern Alps of New Zealand:
Mt Earnlsaw, Mt Barth, Mt French, The Minarets, Glacier Peak, Sealy Range Travers, Elie De Beaumont, Mt Hamilton…
Only our imagination is our limit!
ski difficulty
Ski-Mountaineeirng is not for the fainted heart! An excellent fitness as well as a great alpine ski technique is required for those trips. Altough not necesseraly super steep ( most of the Ski-Mountaineering objective could be found under 45º of slope angle ), Ones can found themselves in exposes places where a fall is prohibited.
Why Choose Summit Explorers ?
Years of guiding experience, safety focused, flexible and adaptative to your needs, fun, smiling…. Summit Explorers mountain guides are always going above and beyond for you to have the best trip and mountain experience!
Ski Mountaineering Trip
From NZ$ 1790
2 to 5 day trip
LOCATION
Southern Alps
DATES
August to end of October
SKI DIFFICULTY
Advanced
GUIDE TO CLIENT RATIO / GROUP SIZE
1 Guide for 2 people max
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. Travel to location. Then access to the mountains, either walk in or helicopter access ( not included in the price ). Set up camp or settle in a mountain hut. Ideally at the foot of our main ski-mountaineering objective.
Day 2, 3 & 4. Early start then ski-mountaineering from the hut. Back to the hut end of the afternon after a full day out and a successful ski-mountaineering missiomn.
Day 5. Early start then ski out for long ski run to the lower part of the glacier for a low heli pick up. or walk out. Back to Wanaka.
Dates & Pricing
2 DAY TRIP
1 pers. NZ$ 2950
2 pers. NZ$ 1650/pers.
3 DAY TRIP
1 pers. NZ$ 4250
2 pers. NZ$ 2350/pers.
4 DAY TRIP
1 pers. NZ$ 5450
2 pers. NZ$ 3250/pers.
5 DAY TRIP
1 pers. NZ$ 6950
2 pers. NZ$ 3950/pers.
EXTRA WEATHER DAY
NZ$ 650/group
DATES
August to end of October
Flexible dates
PRICE INCLUDES
- IFMGA/NZMGA Mountain & Ski Guide
- Ground transport from Wanaka
- Technical climbing & ski gear
- All mountain meals + snacks
- Alpine huts fee
- GST
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Helicopter Fees
- Personal equipment
- Ski-touring gear
- Appropriate skiing clothes
- Personal Insurance
- Cancellation Insurance
Frequently Asked Questions
Extra Weather Day, What is it?
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 day and does not include accomodation or meals.
What If the weather is bad from 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.
Terms and Conditions
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