29 May 2026

Looking for something different these school holidays?

❄️ Winter in the Mackenzie Basin offers a completely different kind of family adventure — crisp mountain air, fresh snow, big alpine landscapes, and experiences your kids will talk about long after the holidays finish.

Whether you’re introducing children to snow for the first time, looking for an achievable alpine adventure together, or wanting to build confidence and mountain skills as a family, we have a range of guided winter trips and courses designed for beginners through to experienced outdoor families.

🥾 Lake Tekapo Snowshoeing

One of the easiest and most accessible ways to experience winter in the mountains. Snowshoeing is simply walking on snow — no skiing experience required. Our guided trips near Lake Tekapo are ideal for families wanting to explore snowy alpine terrain safely while enjoying incredible winter scenery.

🚁 Snowshoe Heli-Hikes

For a truly unforgettable school holiday experience, our Snowshoe Heli-Hikes combine a scenic helicopter flight with guided snowshoeing high in the Southern Alps. Land among snow-covered peaks, explore remote alpine terrain, and enjoy a winter adventure most people never get to experience.

🏔️ MSC Avalanche Skills Course 1

Perfect for families with older teenagers getting into ski touring, split-boarding or winter backcountry travel. Learn the fundamentals of avalanche awareness, terrain assessment, trip planning and safe travel in snow-covered mountains.

🧭 Alpine Navigation Fundamentals Course

A practical introduction to mountain navigation using maps, compass, GPS and terrain interpretation. Great for trampers, young adventurers, and families wanting to build confidence for independent mountain travel.

🙋 Private Guiding and Customised Adventures

We also offer private guiding and customised family adventures throughout winter — from beginner snow days through to more advanced alpine objectives. Just ask us!

If you’ve been looking for a school holiday experience that gets the family outdoors, away from screens, and into the mountains together, we’d love to help you plan an adventure.