Introductory Mountaineering Course

The ideal introduction to alpine and snowcraft skills

Learn the skills to safely venture beyond tramping tracks and above the snow line!

Alpine Treks & Hikes

Aoraki Mount Cook

Guided ascent of New Zealand's highest peak

Mount Cook is New Zealand's highest mountain at 3724m/12218ft.

Ski Mount Cook Range

A backcountry ski touring adventure based at Caroline Hut

The Mount Cook Range is a spectacular ski / split-board mountaineering destination.

MSC Avalanche Skills Course 1

Previously known as Avalanche Awareness.

Sealy Range Ski Traverse

A high level ski mountaineering traverse with stunning views and steep terrain

The Sealy Range above Aoraki Mount Cook village is a remote and exciting ski mountaineering venue surrounded by New Zealand's highest peaks.

Brodrick Pass - Landsborough Trek & Raft

A true Kiwi wilderness experience and crossing of the Southern Alps

Explore a seldomly visited part of the country as you stand on the Main Divide and look over into the vast Landsborough Wilderness Area.

Ski Mount Cook & Westland Glaciers

New Zealand's best hut-based glacier ski & split-board touring destinations

Backcountry Ski & Split-board Touring amongst the glaciers of the Mount Cook and Westland National Parks.

Mount Tasman

Guided ascent of New Zealand's second highest peak

Mount Tasman, 3489m/11469ft, is New Zealand's second highest peak.

Intensive Mountaineering Skills Course

Technical alpine skills instruction for those who want to get into serious mountaineering

Go beyond the basic skills of mountaineering and get into more serious alpine terrain!

Mountaineering & Climbing Courses

Gamack Range Ski Traverse

MSC Avalanche Skills Course 2

A Mountain Saftey Council (MSC) accredited course

Learn how to analyse the snowpack, assess slope stability and develop safe travel techniques with expert tuition from avalanche professionals!

Tekapo Hut to Hut Trek

Adventurous multi-day trekking in the Mackenzie High Country

The Gamack Range near Lake Tekapo is a spectacular alpine trekking venue in the middle of an impressive landscape carved by glaciers and waterfalls.

Trek & Raft Adventures

Caroline Hut

New Zealand's most stunning location for a mountain hut

Mount Aspiring

Tititea/Mount Aspiring Guided Ascent

Known as the "Matterhorn of the South" due to its asthetic shape, Mount Aspiring stands alone as the only 3000m peak outside of Mount Cook National Park.

Specialized Alpine Climbing Course

Private instruction for experienced mountaineers

Take your climbing further and learn advanced mountaineering skills under expert tuition from NZMGA/IFMGA mountain guides!

Symphony on Skis

New Zealand's ultimate trans-alpine backcountry ski tour!

Linking together New Zealand's 4 main glaciers and traversing the Southern Alps from east to west, the "Symphony on Skis" is New Zealand's ultimate multi-day trans-alpine ski tour.

Aoraki Mt. Cook Adventures

The best mountain adventures in the Aoraki Mount Cook region

There are many things to see and do in Aoraki Mount Cook.

Aoraki Mount Cook Trek

A stunning 2 day trek among New Zealand's highest mountains

Trek through amazing alpine terrain, surrounded by New Zealand's highest peaks and longest glaciers.

Glacier Touring & Ski Mountaineering

Ball Pass Summit Trek

A spectacular 3 day adventure in the Aoraki Mount Cook National Park

Trek through amazing alpine terrain, surrounded by New Zealand's highest peaks and longest glaciers.

Waterfall Ice Climbing Course

Technical ice climbing instruction at Ailsa Stream

Learn ice climbing skills at our stunning venue in the Liebig Range.

Alpine Instruction Courses

Ski Traverses & Expeditions

Murchison Glacier Ski & Split-board Expedition

Mount Sefton

A wilderness climb from sea level to summit

Mount Sefton is a stunning peak which towers high over Mount Cook Village and according to Maori legend is the guardian of Aoraki (Mount Cook).

Ball Pass Crossing

A mountaineering adventure traversing the Mount Cook Range

Trek across a high mountain pass surrounded by New Zealand's highest peaks and longest glacier!

Backcountry Skills Courses

Mountain Journeys

A selection of the best trans-alpine crossings in New Zealand

Cross the Southern Alps with a friendly and experienced mountain guide - Alpine Recreation employ a professional team of UIAGM / IFMGA and NZMGA certified guides.

Aoraki Mount Cook Snowshoeing

A snowshoe expedition to Caroline Hut

Trek through amazing winter terrain, surrounded by New Zealand's highest peaks and longest glacier.

Copland Pass Crossing

The classic Southern Alps crossing from Mount Cook Village to the West Coast

The Copland Pass was once one of New Zealand's greatest alpine crossings, linking the grandeur of Mount Cook, with the West Coast bush and the hot springs at Welcome Flats.

Dixon Peak

Climb one of New Zealand's most iconic peaks

Mount Dixon (3004m) is a beautiful pyramid shaped peak located on the edge of the Grand Plateau, and is one of the best vantage points for viewing its neighbours, New Zealand's most iconic peaks - including Aoraki / Mt.

Turner Peak

Turner Peak Guided Ascent

Turner Peak (2338m) is an ideal 3-4 day ascent which doesn't require air access.

Fitzgerald Pass Crossing

The "modern" Copland Pass route - a spectacular crossing of the Southern Alps

Fitzgerald Pass links the grandeur of Mount Cook with the untouched wilderness of West Coast bush.

Alpine Hikes, Trekking & Snowshoeing

New Zealand is an outdoor adventure paradise with many great walks and tracks to choose from.

Mount Aspiring Trek

A stunning New Zealand alpine experience

Experience the wonderful contrast from grassy valleys and alpine meadows to jagged and ice covered peaks and vast glacial plateaus!

Mount Cook Glaciers Trek

The ultimate glacier experience

Experience the vast upper nevés of New Zealand's longest glacier, the Tasman Glacier.

Alpine Climbing, Mountaineering Instruction & Guided Ascents

Alpine Recreation offer a range of climbing instruction courses and guided ascents throughout the year, catering to a range of experience levels, personal objectives and goals.

Westland Glaciers Trek

A multi-day trek though amazing glaciated terrain!

Experience the remote upper areas of the spectacular Franz Josef and Fox glaciers in the Westland National Park.