8.7 km away
Minarets
A remote summit in the heart of the Southern Alps
Moderate Alpine Climbing
- Distance
- 7.4 km
- Ascent
- 897 m
- Descent
- 897 m
Mt Elie de Beaumont
Mount Cook
A glacial climb to the queen of the Tasman
Also in Canterbury, New Zealand
Alpine Climbing Moderate
- Distance
- 4.9 km
- Ascent
- 853 m
- Descent
- 86 m
- Low Point
- 2.3 km
- High Point
- 3.1 km
- Gradient
- 23˚
This is a popular alpine climbing route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between September and January. From a low point of 2.3 km to the maximum altitude of 3.1 km, the route covers 4.9 km, 853 vertical metres of ascent and 86 vertical metres of descent. You'll need crampons, glacier kit and 2 ice axes to complete it safely.
Description
A demanding glacial climb to a powerful peak dominating the head of the Tasman Glacier
Difficulty
Moderate
May involve slightly more complex glacier hikes, easy but possibly long rock ridges and steep snow up to 45 degrees. Equivalent to PD, PD+
Medium Exposure
The route features some exposed and/or difficult to protect sections.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Equipment required
- Crampons
- Glacier kit
- 2 Ice Axes
Similar routes nearby
8.7 km away
Centennial to Pioneer hut
A gorgeous high glacier traverse
Easy Alpine Climbing
- Distance
- 6 km
- Ascent
- 335 m
- Descent
- 319 m
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Guidebooks in this area
10 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
Mount Tasman and More: Westland Alpine Climbs
11 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
Climb 6 of New Zealand's Most Iconic Peaks
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