Alpine Guides FAQ
The FAQ section discusses all the important details to help you prepare for your trip. Subjects include transport to Mount Cook, your fitness, weather, snow conditions, insurance, booking conditions, accommodation options, aircraft use, and mountain huts...
Looking for an equipment/packing list? All of our detailed trip pages provide a specific gear list. Please note that we DO NOT provide gear to rent for the public.
Before your trip
Choosing the right course
Fitness & training
Booking terms & conditions
Seasonal variations
Travel & transport
Accommodation
Insurance cover & ACC
In the mountains
Aircraft use
Walking out
Difficulty ratings