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Franz Josef Glacier Guides: trips rates

Franz Josef Glacier Guides, New Zealand - Franz Josef ice climbing

An instructional ice-climbing day where the first timer to this exciting sport can climb the spectacular icefalls of the Franz Josef Glacier. No Experience necessary.

On the glacier you will learn all aspects of ice-climbing, using crampons and two technical ice axes, as you test your limits to the full in a day packed with adventure and adrenalin highs

Not only can you climb the soaring walls of ice, you also have the opportunity to explore the stunning terrain of the glacier, as you move from beginner to more challenging climbs.

Franz Josef Glacier

Fitness Level:

Reasonable level of fitness

Numbers:

8 max per trip, 4 per guide

Equipment provided:

All technical equipment, pack, mountaineering boots, Gore-Tex rain jacket and overtrousers, NZ wool socks, hat and gloves.

You'll need:

Three warm upper body layers, lightweight trousers, covered footwear (no sandals), food and drink, sunglasses and sunscreen.