Rex Simpson Hut

Lake Tekapo mountain retreat

Rex Simpson Hut is located in a beautiful setting on a glacial moraine terrace at 1300m in the Two Thumb Range.

Caroline Hut

Privately Owned Caroline Hut is the only guide/operator-owned mountain hut in Aoraki Mount Cook National Park and is available for the exclusive use of Alpine Recreation parties.

The Best Freeride, Ski Touring & Split-Boarding Adventures in New Zealand

Discover the Ultimate Backcountry Experience in the Southern Alps

New Zealand’s Southern Alps are a paradise for freeriders, ski tourers, and split-boarders seeking untouched powder, thrilling descents, and remote backcountry terrain.

Cass Valley Ski & Split-board Tours

Backcountry tours in the Liebig and Gamack Ranges near Lake Tekapo

Nestled in the Mackenzie high country between Lake Tekapo and Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, the Cass Valley is a dream destination for backcountry ski tourers and split-boarders looking for pristine snow, breathtaking scenery, and a true sense of adventure.

Gamack Range Ski Traverse

Mountain Huts

Alpine Recreation owns two private mountain huts - Caroline Hut and Rex Simpson Hut.

Caroline Hut

New Zealand's most stunning location for a mountain hut

Cass Valley Backcountry Tours

Explore the iconic high country between Lake Tekapo and Aoraki Mount Cook

Nestled in the heart of the Southern Alps, the Cass Valley near Lake Tekapo offers an unrivaled playground for those seeking adventure in New Zealand's backcountry.

Nordic / Cross-Country Ski Touring

Explore New Zealand’s Best High-Country Ski Terrain

Experience the magic of Nordic and cross-country skiing in the stunning Two Thumb Range, a winter paradise offering wide open snowfields, rolling alpine terrain, and breathtaking views over Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps.

Potts Range Ski & Split-board Tours

New Zealand's ultimate freeride destination

Erewhon Hut at Mt Potts sits at 1750m on the historic Erewhon Park Ski Field.

Erewhon Hut

New Zealand's best freeride destination

New Zealand Snowshoe Hikes & Winter Treks

Snowshoeing adventures in the Mackenzie Country

Snowshoeing in the Lake Tekapo and Aoraki Mount Cook region of New Zealand offers the ultimate escape into a winter wonderland, where the beauty of snow-covered peaks and crystal-clear skies awaits.

Lady Emily Hut

Mackenzie high country adventures

New Zealand Ski Traverses & Backcountry Expeditions

Multi-Day Backcountry Adventures in the Southern Alps

For those seeking the ultimate ski touring and split-boarding challenge, New Zealand’s Southern Alps offer some of the world’s most spectacular ski traverses and alpine expeditions.

Falcon's Nest Hut

The perfect mountain escape

O'Leary's Hut

Soak in a hot tub under the stars