Offering unparalleled access to the Southern Alps.
Our philosophy is built on the lessons learned over decades of guiding in one of the world's most dynamic mountain areas.
We have fostered generations of climbers, skiers, and mountain guides, offering opportunities for adventure, and personal growth.
Locations
Aoraki / Mount Cook • Methven
Experiences
Heli-Ski • Heli Hikes • Mountaineering courses.
About
Based in Aoraki Mount Cook We have 26 of NZ’s 27 peaks over 3,000 metres at our doorstep.
Our professionally guided climbing, mountaineering instruction courses, glacier heli-hikes, and backcountry ski touring trips range from Aoraki Mount Cook to Mount Aspiring, to the Westland glaciers, and the fantastic granite peaks of Fiordland.
Why choose us
- We have fostered generations of climbers, skiers, and mountain guides, offering opportunities for adventure, and personal growth.
- All our mountain guides are professionals, qualified through the IFMGA (International Federation of Moutain Guides Associations) / NZMGA (New Zealand Mountain Guides Association).
- Base support staff 7 days/week, FM radio network/comms, satellite phones, air transport coordination, local accommodation, avalanche forecasting, free use of our technical gear.
- Mountain guiding is not about being reckless. On our trips, you'll get plenty of adventure. You'll visit amazing places, develop new skills, and at times will be challenged. But we want you to go home alive and enriched by your time here. We are upfront about what you get for your money. All our packages include everything you need for a successful trip. We believe in transparency, so there are no hidden, “surprise” costs, at the end of your trip.
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Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike
Hike and explore the 'white ice' of New Zealand's longest glacier at Aoraki Mount Cook. Heli-hiking on the Tasman Glacier with Alpine Guides offers easy access to the realm of the mountaineer.
Mount Cook Heli-Ski
Our heliski area is a wilderness of ancient glaciers, azure lakes, and endless runs - across 6 mountain ranges. Mount Cook Heliski has runs to suit all levels of heli-ski ability. We have exclusive terrain in Aoraki Mount Cook National Park.
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