Alpinism
& Ski Wanaka
Alpinism & Ski Wanaka, NZ's leading boutique mountain and
ski guiding company operating in the Southern Alps of New Zealand
and the Swiss, French, and Italian Alps
Specializing in high quality experiences for small groups and individuals
in the Southern Alps of New Zealand and European Alps with world
class, internationally qualified mountain guides.
Mountaineering Courses
Instruction in the mountains doesn't come any better than on an
Alpinism and Ski course. From introductory through intermediate
to advanced or maximising your learning curve with private mountaineering
instruction. Chief Gary Dickson is New Zealand's leading instructor
and examiner of professional mountain guides. He has been chosen
by special forces and European guiding companies to hone their skills.
Let Gary and his hand-picked team of professionals help you realise
your potential in the mountains.
Guided Mountain ascents
For New Zealand alpinism activities, the Southern Alps offer mountaineering
challenges second to none, providing a great taste of wilderness.
Climb Mt Cook, Mt Tasman, Mt Aspiring or ... the list is endles,
with the safety and comfort of our alpine guides. Ask for your private
ascents program.
Guided Trekking, Tramping, Walking
Lower down in the forest and meadows we run guided hiking, tramping,
trekking and walks.
Skiing and Snow Board Touring Sept./Oct.
Come NZ late winter we specialize in back country ski touring and
offer an avalanche course for back country enthusiasts either on
skis or snow boards. Experience and discover the glaciated wilderness
of the Southern Alps. Learn some avalanche skills to travel safely
in snow and ice. Sept./Oct. are the best months for ski touring
in New Zealand.
Wanaka is the base of Alpinism & Ski, a perfect
location to start your alpine climbing adventures. In Europe during
June, July and August, we operate out of the charming Swiss village
of Leysin, only a short drive from Chamonix and Mont Blanc and/or
Italy to enjoy the excellent climbing and infrastructure that Europe
provides.
If you are looking for a boutique guiding company that has a passion
for quality, personalized service with highly experienced and qualified
guides with world wide connections, please enter our world.
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for ski touring/snowboarding from 10th Sept. through
Oct. and into November if conditions allow it
ascents, technical mountaineering courses and guided
trekking in NZ from Nov - April or
the Swiss/French and Italian Alps June, July and
August.
- guided mountain climbing
- mountaineering instruction courses
- ski touring / snow board touring
- ice climbing and rock climbing
- back country avalanche courses
- guided trekking, tramping, hiking & walks
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