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OVERVIEW
This trip is open to skiers too! Click here for ski information.
Escape the summer heat and head down to New Zealand for the ultimate snowboard holiday - a tour through the South Island`s three best snowboard regions and seven best resorts. Enjoy expert instruction and guiding, untracked powder, unforgettable heli and snowcat-boarding, world-class terrain parks and stylish accommodation while touring the very best of `Middle Earth`s` spectacular scenery.
INSTRUCTION
Open to riders of all abilities, this New Zealand snowboard holiday is ideal for those looking to improve their all-round riding skills. Our world-class instructors will work with you to develop your freeride skills, including backcountry and powder skills if you`re ready, and will also provide in-depth freestyle instruction if this interests you. Beginners will learn all the skills they need to ensure maximum progression and enjoyment; intermediates will be encouraged to ride with increasing speed and confidence and to optimize their style and technique; and advanced riders will receive coaching that is tailored to their specific goals. All levels will receive video coaching and workshops on such topics as on-mountain safety and tuning and waxing.
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ITINERARY
DAY 1: ARRIVE & RELAX
Pick-up from Queenstown Airport. Explore town. Stylish condo accommodation.
DAY 2: RIDE QUEENSTOWN RESORTS
Guiding & instruction at one of the three resorts near Queenstown. Dinner & nightlife in Queenstown, NZ's adrenaline capital.
DAY 3: RIDE QUEENSTOWN RESORTS
Guiding & instruction at one of the three resorts near Queenstown. Dinner & nightlife in Queenstown, NZ's adrenaline capital.
DAY 4: RIDE RIDE QUEENSTOWN RESORTS
Guiding & instruction at one of the three resorts near Queenstown. Dinner & nightlife in Queenstown, NZ's adrenaline capital.
DAY 5: ADRENALINE ACTIVITY & SHORT DRIVE TO WANAKA
Optional activities bungy jumping, jet boating, paragliding. Drive to lake-side town of Wanaka.
DAY 6: RIDE WANAKA RESORTS
Guiding & instruction at the three resorts near Wanaka. Dinner & nightlife in Wanaka
DAY 7: RIDE WANAKA RESORTS
Guiding & instruction at the three resorts near Wanaka. Dinner & nightlife in Wanaka
DAY 8: OPTIONAL HELI-BOARDING
Optional heli-day. Long powder runs in the mighty Southern Alps. Or continue riding in the Wanaka region.
DAY 9: REST DAY & DRIVE TO MIDDLE EARTH
Spectacular drive past emerald lakes, wild tussock lands and Mt Cook (the Southern Hemisphere’s highest peak). Stay in remote mountain lodge.
DAY 10: SNOWCAT WITH HELI-IN & OUT
Included in the standard price. Dropped by heli into snowcat terrain. Approx 10-14 runs through pristine powder bowls and steeps. Heli out, back to base. Video coaching, pool and drinks back at the lodge in the evening.
DAY 11: DEPART
Drop-off in Christchurch (or Queenstown).
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Duration11 Days
Dates| Aug-Sep |  |
Prices from| Waitlist Only | |
Skill levelBeg - Adv
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This is the ideal trip for those who want a good overview of New Zealand`s mountains, scenery and culture. The trip is freeride focused but also allows for extensive freestyle opportunities. Beginners, intermediates and advanced are welcome.
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| » | High quality instruction & guiding for all abilities | | » | Unforgettable heli & snowcat days | | » | Full days of riding and coaching | | » | Tour New Zealand`s best resorts & scenery |
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Terrain7 different resorts, freestyle & freeride, heli and snowcat boarding
Instructor to Guest Ratio1:5
Max Group Size0
Accommodation(1) Stylish condos within walking distance of Queenstown, (2) High-quality houses within walking distance if Wanaka, (3) Remote mountain lodge.
FoodAll breakfasts, 2 dinners
Travel InfoFlight, insurance and equipment information
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Emil (USA): I didn't really demand a lot of instruction time of Adrian because I was content just to get more practice in. However, it was really nice that he took the initiative to show both Rey and myself a few basic things we could work on during the trip. It was also nice that he pushed us to try some new things, such as the half-pipe and boarder-cross. Furthermore, he's a really patient and caring instructor.
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