A O R A K I M O U N T C O O K A L P I N E V I L L AG E L I M I T E D
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A O R A K I M O U N T C O O K A L P I N E V I L L AG E L I M I T E D
Ultimate Hikes Aoraki Mount Cook
Encounter Guided Day Walk
OV E RV IE W
The Mount Cook Encounter Day Walk is a guided tour of the Hooker Valley, providing breathtaking views of some of New
Zealand’s highest and most enthralling peaks. Our knowledgeable and enthusiastic guides will tell you all about the unique flora and fauna of the region
and the local history as you trek through this amazing landscape.
From The Hermitage Hotel we head to the White Horse Hill camping ground. Enjoy a stunning 8km return trek along the well-maintained track to the
terminal lake of the Hooker Glacier. The journey takes in the poignant Alpine Memorial and passes over the turbulent Hooker River by swingbridge to
unsurpassed vistas of Aoraki Mount Cook’s south face and the surrounding glaciers.
KEY SELLING POINTS
WHAT is supplied
departure information
• Learn all about the history, flora and fauna and
mountaineering stories of the region.
• Morning tea
• Packed lunch
• Departs daily at 9am from the Hermitage Hotel
Activities Desk (return at 3:30pm)
• Warm clothing
• Operates from 1st November – 30th April
• Waterproof jacket
cancellation policy
• Cancellations made inside 24 hours of the tour are
charged in full
• Cancellations made inside 48 hours incur a 50%
cancellation fee
• There is no penalty for rescheduling or cancelling
outside 48 hours
DURATION
need to bring
• 6.5 hours
• Small day pack
• Camera with plenty of memory
• Sun block and sun hat
• Alternative trip time, similar value product or 100%
refund if the trip is pre paid, and cancelled due to
bad weather or track conditions.
• Sturdy walking shoes or boots
• 50% refund if trip departed but was shortened due
to bad weather
Safety
• 100% charge for NO SHOWS
RESERVATIONS:
important information
• Correct equipment is essential.
• Guides are fully trained in First Aid and are in
constant radio contact with the base.
• Please be aware that the distances and timings of
the Encounter guided day walks are completely up
to the discretion of the guide on the day as a direct
result of weather conditions, individual walking
abilities and unforeseen circumstances.
Via Email:
[email protected]
For more information visit
ade
www.hermitage.co.nz/tr
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