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My wife and I had a great time with Jordan. He was very easy going and understood what we wanted out of the guiding experience. He made everything feel comfortable and allowed us to push our limits whenever we wanted. He understood our personal climbing experience and tailored the experience to our level and desires. I would recommend Wanaka Mountain Guides and Jordan to anyone looking to explore the climbing in the Remarkables.

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Frankie was a fantastic guide, had a great time climbing and she gave me a bunch of tips for the rest of my trip! 

Wanaka Rock Climbing (half day)

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Wanaka provides one of the South Island’s main rock climbing destinations. Hospital Flat, an area that boasts&nbsp;thousands of established rock climbs throughout the grade range for all abilities. It is just 20 20-minute drive from Wānaka town centre, set in the beautiful, idyllic setting of the Matukituki Valley, the gateway to Mount Aspiring National Park. Our guided rock climbing days and half days include transport from Wānaka, all technical equipment and rock shoe hire.

Wānaka, New Zealand

Lunch and snacks

Guide fees

Transport from Wanaka

Technical equipment

Rock shoe hire

You can meet at the Wānaka Mountain Guides Base or your guide can pick you up from your accommodation in town at 8:30. In the summer we will seek out the shade (usually with a cooling dip in the secret local spots along the Motutapu River or Lake Wānaka during the day). Half days return by 13:00 and full days by 17:00.

Wanaka Rock Climbing

Day 1

Private 1 Person

Private 2 People

Lunch and snacks to fuel the day's adventures.

Lunch

Private 3 People

Private or group trips 4 or more people

Our Glacier Heli-hike takes place on the remote Isobel and Tyndall Glaciers in the Te Wāhipounamu / South West New Zealand World-Heritage site and Mount Aspiring National Park in the Kā Tiritiri o te Moana / Southern Alps. Our trips are run in small private groups adding to the feeling of isolation. This allows all trips to be individually tailored to mountain conditions, fitness, and personal ambition. Savor the views of high alpine peaks of Tititea / Mount Aspiring through to Pikirakatahi / Mount Earnslaw as you explore the glacier with its crevasses and icefalls and remote landscapes with your certified guide.

Ground transport

Scenic flights into and out from the mountains

Helicopter flight

All technical equipment

On the morning of the trip, your guide can pick you up from your accommodation in Wānaka or you can meet them at the Aspiring Helicopters hangar at Cattle Flat on the Wānaka / Mount Aspiring Road.After introductions and gear checks, the helicopter takes off and travels 15-20 minutes along the Matukituki Valley, across the Harris Mountains, and deep into the heart of the Southern Alps / Kā Tiritiri o te Moana.

Morning

Glacier Heli-hike

The group is dropped off high on the glacier under the slopes of Mount Tyndall. Your guide will introduce the technical equipment and skills required to safely move around the glacier including using ropes, crampons or snowshoes.The group is dropped off high on the glacier under the slopes of Mount Tyndall. Your guide will introduce the technical equipment and skills required to safely move around the glacier including using ropes, crampons or snowshoes.

Afternoon

The helicopter flight will transport you up above 2000m in the mountains, where temperatures can be much colder than the valley floors.A full range of conditions can be expected, and participants need to be suitably prepared. You will need:<ul><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Snow boots (available to borrow)</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Gloves (warm and waterproof)</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Long-sleeved thermal tops (polyprop or merino)</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Warm layers (fleece or synthetic-fill)</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Waterproof jacket</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Long outdoor trousers or thermal leggings</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Sunhat and sunscreen</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Warm hat and neck gaiter (eg Buff®)</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Sunglasses&nbsp;(with good face coverage)</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Backpack and water bottle</li></ul>

Clothing and Equipment

Private 4 people

Private 3 people

Private 2 people

Our favourite Wānaka Day Hikes are accessible within an hour's drive of town. Our day hikes are run exclusively for small private groups, so trips can be individually tailored to mountain conditions, fitness, and personal ambition, including options suitable for young families.Options include:The West Matukituki Valley, Aspiring Hut and Cascade Saddle.Rob Roy Glacier Track.Get in contact for more information on our range of Heli-hikes All guided day hikes include transport from your accommodation in Wānaka, lunch and snacks.

On the morning of the trip, your guide can pick you up from your accommodation in Wānaka at 8:30.It is an hour’s drive to the end of the Mount Aspiring Road and the start of the Rob Roy Glacier Hike and West Matukituki Track to Aspiring Hut.Trips return to Wanaka around 17:00.

Wanaka Day Hike

Wanaka Day Hikes

Private: 4+ people

The optional scenic flight and glacier landing is run in collaboration with&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.aspiringhelicopters.co.nz/">Aspiring Helicopters</a>.The helicopter takes off and travels 20 minutes along the Matukituki Valley, across the Harris Mountains, and deep into the heart of the Southern Alps / Kā Tiritiri o te Moana. Crossing in to the Mount Aspiring National Park we land on the Isobel Glacier for a 10-minute landing.Minimum numbers are required.

Scenic helicopter flight 

Private: 3 people

Private: 2 people

Private: 1 person

New Zealand

Explore the Southern Alps / Kā Tiritiri o te Moana with Wānaka Mountain Guides. Our small local team of established guides deliver leading personalised guiding and instruction across mountaineering, ski and splitboard touring, rock climbing, and trekking activities.

Wanaka Mountain Guides

With several options available for all ability levels, our alpine heli-hike takes you trekking far from the valley floor. Flown into an extraordinary alpine environment, you and your guide will share an unforgettable experience with stunning panoramas of the mountains, waterfalls, and glaciers.This trip travels deep into the mountains towards the Mount Aspiring National Park. The remote area offers a fantastic view of Tititea / Mount Aspiring and the East Matukituki Valley, with hiking options for all abilities, including the 400m ascent to the summit of Dragonfly Peak.

Alpine Heli-hike

We offer a variety of trips to suit all abilities and hiking distances. Venues include the Alta Tarns, Black Peak, Dragonfly Peak, and Albert Burn Saddle. These viewpoints offer spectacular perspectives over the Matukituki Valley and Tititea / Mount Aspiring. There are options to fly in and out or hike all the way out to the valley floor.

The helicopter flight will transport you up above 2000m in the mountains, where temperatures can be much colder than the valley floors.A full range of conditions can be expected, and participants need to be suitably prepared. You will need:<ul><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Walking boots (available for hire)</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Long-sleeved thermal tops (polypro or merino)</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Warm layers (fleece or synthetic fill)</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Waterproof jacket</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Long outdoor trousers or thermal leggings</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Sunhat and sunscreen</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Warm hat and neck gaiter (eg Buff®)</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Sunglasses&nbsp;(with good face coverage)</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Backpack and water bottle</li></ul>

Alpine Heli-hike: Dragonfly Peak

Our heli-hikes are run exclusively for small private groups so trips can be individually tailored to mountain conditions, fitness, and personal ambition.

Private 4 people 

Private 3 people 

Additional scenic helicopter flight around Mount Aspring with a 10-minute glacier landing

Additional scenic helicopter flight

Private 2 people 

Fly from Makarora into the remote Siberia Valley in the heart of Mount Aspiring National Park. Explore the valley with your private local guide before descending 5km down an easy track to the Wilkin Valley and an exciting jet boat ride out. Suitable for young families or those new to trekking in New Zealand.

Goods and Service Tax

Lunch and Snacks

Fixed wing access

Jet boat egress

On the morning of the trip, your guide can pick you up from your accommodation in Wānaka at 8:30. It is an hour’s drive to Makaroa to fly into the Siberia Valley. Trips return to Wanaka around 17:00.

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