Pricing and Conditions
| Adult | $350.00 |
Avalanche Rescue
Avalanche Rescue Training
Study the snowpack
Ski touring and terrain management - learn to read the terrain
Avalanche safety courses from Wānaka - MSC-accredited ASC1 program taught by NZMGA / IFMGA qualified mountain guides. Classroom theory plus hands-on field training in genuine backcountry terrain. Small groups (max 1:6 ratio). July to September.
Avalanche safety courses from Wānaka - MSC-accredited ASC1 program taught by NZMGA / IFMGA qualified mountain guides. Classroom theory plus hands-on field training in genuine backcountry terrain. Small groups (max 1:6 ratio). July to September.
Avalanche Rescue
Avalanche Rescue Training
Study the snowpack
Ski touring and terrain management - learn to read the terrain
| Adult | $350.00 |
Ski field access if required.
Courses run July to September from Wānaka. ASC1 : 1 evening + 1 day, $350/person. ASC1 + Ski Touring Combo: 1 evening + 2 days, $600/person. No prior training needed for ASC1. Course venue chosen based on conditions. If weather prevents field work, sessions may be rescheduled.
20% non-refundable deposit to confirm. Trips under $1,000: full payment at booking. Over $1,000: balance due 60 days before start. Bookings within 60 days: full payment upfront. Refunds: 60+ days before: full refund less deposit 30–59 days: 50% refund Under 30 days: no refund No refund once the trip has begun, including for fitness, injury, illness or unforeseen events. Rescheduling considered case by case. Trip cancellation insurance strongly recommended.
Peak Experience delivers Mountain Safety Council (MSC) avalanche courses from Wānaka, taught by International Federation of Mountain Guide Associations and New Zealand Mountain Guides Association (IFMGA) and (NZMGA) certified mountain guides who assess avalanche conditions professionally every winter. ASC1 (1.5 days) - foundational avalanche safety covering terrain recognition, the New Zealand Avalanche Advisory, trip planning, safe travel techniques & companion rescue. No prior training needed. Also available as a Ski Touring Combo with an extra guided backcountry day. Real backcountry field venues, AdventureMark accredited.
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