The ice climbing of Wye Creek is accessed by a helicopter ride from Frankton.
For multi-day trips we utilise our expedition camp.
Ice and Mixed Climbing
Wye Creek Ice Climbing
Remarkables Winter Climbing
The Remarkables mountains offers a variety of ice and mixed climbing opportunities with easy daily access from Queenstown.
All technical ice climbing equipment can be provided.
Boots are available to hire.
For advice on equipment and clothing see preparation for ice climbing see our Knowledge Base.
Fitness
To get the most out of the course, participants should have good fitness and experience hiking off track.
Technical Skills
Participants should have some experience with rock climbing and ropework, including knots and belaying.
Availability
Contact us for private bookings during July and August.
Pricing
From $1390 / $750 per person per day for 1:1 / 1:2.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Includes: GST, guide fees, compliance costs, technical equipment, and transport from Wanaka.
Excludes: Accommodation in Frankton/Queenstown, helicopter flights into Wye Creek.
Booking Conditions
Helicopter access: $2400 return (prices are subject to change by the helicopter operator).
If the weather does not allow helicopter access into Wye Creek, it will be possible to undertake day trips to ice and mixed climbs in the Remarkables using the ski field road for access.
‘[Our guide] was great and I learned so much from him. I would happily work with him again. It was a phenomenal trip,’
— — Mike, Ice Climbing Course
