New Zealand
Glacier Hikes & Treks
Multi-Day Glacier Adventures in the Southern Alps
New Zealand Glacier Hikes & Treks
New Zealand Glacier Hikes & Treks
Explore the Majestic Ice Rivers of the Southern Alps
New Zealand is home to some of the world’s most pristine and awe-inspiring glaciers, and what better way to experience them than through a guided multi-day glacier hike or trek? These extended journeys offer a deep immersion in New Zealand’s most remote and rugged glacier environments, allowing you to trek across untouched ice fields, ascend towering peaks, and explore glacial valleys that few ever see. Whether you're seasoned mountaineer, seeking a challenging alpine adventure or a more scenic glacier trek, New Zealand’s glaciers provide truly unforgettable experiences that push your limits while rewarding you with stunning vistas and the serenity of alpine solitude.
Mount Cook Glaciers Trek
The Classic Glacier Trekking Adventure
Trekking across the upper Tasman Glacier near Aoraki / Mount Cook takes you through some of New Zealand’s most stunning glacial terrain, offering an incredible journey through ice falls, deep crevasses, and surreal ice landscapes.
With expert IFMGA & NZMGA guides leading the way, this trek provides a unique opportunity to explore the heart of Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park, where majestic peaks and breathtaking vistas surround you at every turn.
Westland Glaciers Trek
A High-Alpine Adventure with spectacular views
Experience Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers on an unforgettable multi-day adventure through the rugged beauty of New Zealand's West Coast. Enjoy stunning views across the glaciers and out over the Tasman Sea.
This guided trek combines glacier travel with remote alpine terrain, providing an authentic backcountry experience amidst some of the Southern Alps most dramatic and pristine landscapes.
Mount Aspiring Trek
An Epic Mountain Journey
Trekking across the glaciers around Mount Aspiring offers a breathtaking alpine adventure, traversing rugged ice-fields, towering peaks, and remote glacial valleys.
Guided by expert IFMGA & NZMGA mountain guides, this trek provides an unparalleled opportunity to explore the untouched wilderness of the Southern Alps, with stunning views of Mount Aspiring and the surrounding glacier-carved landscapes.
Why Choose a Guided Multi-Day Glacier Trek?
✔ Incredible Glacier Landscapes – Blue ice fields, towering icefalls, and crystal-clear glacial lakes—multi-day glacier treks provide an in-depth experience of New Zealand’s stunning glacier environments.
✔ Remote Wilderness – These treks take you into the heart of New Zealand’s wildest places, where you’ll trek along glaciers, cross snowfields, and immerse yourself in alpine solitude.
✔ Equipment Provided – Alpine Recreation provides all the trekking and mountaineering equipment you'll need – free-of-charge, so you can enjoy the adventure without the stress of acquiring / packing lots of gear.
✔ Expert Guides – Experienced IFMGA & NZMGA mountaineering guides will ensure your safety, help you master essential glacier skills, and provide insights into the unique geology and history of the area.
✔ A True Alpine Challenge – For those seeking a real backcountry adventure, these treks offer technical terrain, snow-covered ridgelines, and glacier travel, all while being surrounded by New Zealand’s most iconic peaks.
Book Your Multi-Day Glacier Trek Today
Whether you’re walking on the immense ice rivers of Fox and Franz Josef, traversing the glaciers around Mount Aspiring, or crossing New Zealand's longest glacier – Tasman Glacier, New Zealand’s multi-day glacier treks offer the ultimate adventure. These journeys provide breathtaking views, incredible landscapes, and a true test of your mountaineering and hiking abilities.
Ready to experience New Zealand’s glaciers like never before?
Let us help you plan your next great adventure.
