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1-DAY SUMMER CLIMBING SKILLS INSTRUCTION COURSE 2021/22 COURSE NOTES
1-DAY SUMMER CLIMBING SKILLS
INSTRUCTION COURSE NOTES
2021/22 COURSE DETAILS
Dates: Available on demand
October to April
Duration: 1 day
Departure: ex Wanaka or Queenstown,
New Zealand
Price: From NZ$390 per person
Take your summer climbing skills to new heights. Photo: Guy Cotter
Blow the cobwebs away this summer with our 1-Day Summer Climbing Skills Instruction Course
based in Queenstown’s Remarkables Range. A short, intensive course, tailored to your skill level
and objectives, this course will get you ready for your next big adventure!
Enjoy private individualised learning across a range
of areas depending on your current skill level and SKILLS COVERED
future objectives including snow craft, rope skills and
route finding. Options are available for one-on-one The day can be tailored to your current skill level and
or group courses. objectives and can include snow and ice craft, rope skills,
route finding, and avalanche awareness. We endeavour
If your designated trip date is not appropriate due to to cover as many skills as possible during the course,
weather or conditions, we will also offer a single day however factors such as weather and climbing conditions
contingency for the following day. may dictate that some skills are not covered in full.
COURSE OBJECTIVE OUR GUIDES
Our objective is to pass on the skills which have made Professional and experienced mountain guides run all
us successful in our own international climbing careers. of our trips. Adventure Consultants has a commitment
The most important attributes being: to ensuring the highest standard of instruction and
guiding practices and we only employ guides who
• A solid climbing standard and mountain awareness share our philosophy. Our guides will offer you the best
• Sound judgement of your own ability possible experience, and a safe and enjoyable time.
• Good planning and preparation skills
• Good decision making
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Our guides are all NZMGA and/or IFMGA internationally
qualified. They have been trained and assessed through
the New Zealand Mountain Guides Association, and
operate to the high standards and guidelines set out by
the association.
TERRAIN
We operate this trip in the Remarkables Mountain
Range, a stunning climbing arena which dominates the
skyline of Queenstown below. The range is home to a
wide selection of world-class rock, ice and mixed routes,
all within close proximity and easy access from town.
Spectacular views across the Remarkables. Photo: Guy Cotter
EQUIPMENT
Climbing in the Southern Alps requires good personal
gear due to the potential weather conditions. Our focus
is on having the essential clothing and equipment,
whilst keeping pack weights as light as possible for your
comfort and ease of travel.
We will provide all group technical equipment. You
will need to come prepared with your own personal
clothing and equipment. We have a range of climbing
equipment and clothing available at our office in
Wanaka to purchase or rent, please ensure you advise
your requirements prior to your course.
Learn skills based at your level. Photo: Guy Cotter
TRAVEL
For trips originating in Queenstown, your guide will
meet you at 8.30am at the base of the Remarkables Ski
Field Road. Our Wanaka based trips begin at 8.00am
from our office at 20 Brownston Street. Please contact
us if you have any difficulties with transport and we can
liaise with you about an appropriate pick up time from
your accommodation.
Air New Zealand and Qantas/Jetstar provide daily
services to Queenstown from Auckland, Wellington and
Christchurch airports. There are also direct flights from
most major Australian cities.
Climb peaks while you learn. Photo: Guy Cotter
A shuttle service operates several times daily between
Queenstown and Wanaka (approximately one hour
driving time and at a cost from NZ$35 each way), check
https://www.ritchies.co.nz/wanaka for details. Bus
services also operate daily between Christchurch and
Wanaka (approximately 6 hours travel time).
FITNESS & HEALTH
To make the most of your experience we encourage
you to work on your fitness prior to the trip. Our
registration form requests that you advise us of any
medical problems you may have and if you are on any
medication. Any information you supply will be treated
as confidential. Suitable for individuals or small groups. Photo: Guy Cotter
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PRICE Account Number: 02 0673 0043443 00
Account Type: NZ Dollars
The trip fees are detailed below, prices are per person We also accept your payment by credit card (Visa,
and in New Zealand dollars ex Wanaka or Queenstown: Mastercard and Amex) plus a 3% card charge.
NUMBER OF PEOPLE PRICE
CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
A trip member may then cancel their participation on
1 NZ$890
the following basis:
2 NZ$490
3 or 4 NZ$390 • Cancellations outside of 60 days incur a NZ$250
cancellation fee.
• For cancellations made within 60 days of the trip
NOTE: All prices are subject to change without notice. commencement date, we reserve the right to retain
50% of the full fee.
The price of your trip includes the following: • For cancellations made within 30 days of the trip
commencement date, we reserve the right to retain
• Guide and permit fees 75% of the full fee.
• Group technical equipment • For cancellations within 15 days of the departure date
• Ground transport ex Wanaka or Queenstown a cancellation fee of 100% of the full fee applies.
• 15% NZ Goods and Services Tax
We recommend you take out trip cancellation insurance
The price of your trip does not include: via your travel agent if you wish to be covered against
cancellation due to medical or personal reasons.
• Personal clothing and equipment
• Lunch and snacks
CONTACT US
REGISTRATION & PAYMENT DETAILS If you require more information, please contact us at:
Book your Adventure Consultants 1-Day Summer Adventure Consultants Ltd
Climbing Skills Instruction online and forward full 20 Brownston Street
payment at https://www.adventureconsultants.com/ PO Box 739, Wanaka 9343
climbing-schools/climbing-school-new-zealand/1-day- New Zealand
summer-climbing-skills-instruction/book-now.
Phone: +64 3 443 8711
In order to confirm a guide and your trip, we require full Email: info@adventure.co.nz
payment upon booking. All payments should be made Web: www.adventureconsultants.com
by bank transfer to the following bank and account:
Bank: Bank of New Zealand
For the Account of: Adventure Consultants Limited
Adventure Consultants is affiliated to the New Zealand Mountain
Guides Association (NZMGA), New Zealand Alpine Club (NZAC) and
a corporate member of the American Alpine Club (AAC). Adventure
Consultants is a supporter of the dZi Foundation in Nepal for their
‘Revitalise a Village’ programmes.
Adventure Consultants perform to IFMGA/UIAGM standards and are
world leaders in high altitude guiding.
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