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"We experienced backcountry skiing in the Southern Alps - that was our main goal. Despite the low snow year, we had great snow. Nick was great, very pleasant to be around, fun and a great sense of humor. The helicopter ride is always a fun aspect of the trip, but the company was definitely awesome and the Black Peak portion was excellent." Sue Butler, Oregon, USA
"My favourite part of the trip is a tie between waking up at the hut to a bluebird morning on Black Peak, and the first run down from the ridge. Cool hut, beautiful area, fun terrain, well equipped and organized, box wine in the hut - again, it was all good." Seth Schwartz, Auckland, NZ |
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Head up to our private hut on the upper slopes of Black Peak (2283 m) for a three day touring experience. Overnight in our cosy heated hut and wake high in the mountains.
Advance your ski-touring skills or just enjoy the vast expanse of terrain and snow.
Our exclusive and private hut, at 1800m on the mid-reaches of Black Peak
(2283m), is an ideal base for the short courses and adventures we offer. Black Peak is nestled in the heart of the Harris Mountains, Lake Wanaka, with vistas of both Mt Aspiring and Treble Cone Ski Area. Our hut sleeps 4 comfortably, and can manage up to 6. It is stocked with sleeping bags, good lighting, all cooking equipment, and outside toilet.
You will need to carry a light pack only. Spectacular scenery completes this adventure.
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Logistics
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3 days plus 1 day weather contingency
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NZ$ 950* per person ex-Wanaka (flight in approx $185 per person extra)
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Fly-in, tour-out
Black Peak is a 5-7 hour skin/snowshoe from the summit of Treble Cone Ski Area or a 5 minute helicopter flight from the valley floor. The reasonable cost of flying in saves time and energy for the ensuing days of instruction. We move around on snowshoes if conditions dictate
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1 guide : 4 clients maximum
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Good fitness, no previous experience
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| Weather contingency |
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A great bonus. This one day could apply to the START of your course (day one could be delayed by a day)
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| Accommodation |
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Heated private hut
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One day weather contingency in case the weather is unfavourable at the start of the course
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* Price includes NZMGA qualified guide, all meals and energy foods, warm hut and bedding. A helicopter ride to the hut of approximately NZ$185 per person is an additional expense.
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08 tour dates** 3 days |
| BP#1 |
Aug 8-9-10 |
| BP#2 |
Aug 22-23-24 |
| BP#3 |
Sep 5-6-7 |
| BP#4 |
Sep 12-13-14 |
**or book a group of 3 for your private course for any of the above courses or anytime the hut is available |
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