Mount Green: Edge of the Main Divide

5 days 4 nights
New Zealand
Photo Douglas R.
Douglas R.
Tour Provider
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Difficulty
Extreme
Comfort
Basic
Group size
2-4 tourists,
over 18 y.o.

Like a blade of snow rising from the Main Divide, Mount Green stands sharp, quiet, and uncompromising. Its clean white face catches the early light, while far below, glaciers fold into deep valleys that fall toward the wild West Coast. This is a mountain that draws the eye from afar — and rewards those willing to earn its summit step by step.

Your journey begins in Wanaka, where you meet your guide, check equipment, and prepare for the days ahead. A scenic helicopter flight carries you into the heart of the Southern Alps, landing near the Tasman Saddle Hut, surrounded by ice, rock, and open sky. The following days are spent moving carefully across glaciated terrain, learning the rhythm of the mountain, testing crampons and ropework, and preparing for the climb ahead. The ascent itself starts deep in the night, when snow is firm and the world is still. Steep snow pitches, a technical approach, and the dramatic crossing of the bergschrund lead you upward, step by step, toward wide views of the West Coast and the endless spine of the Main Divide.

Helicopter access shortens long approaches, mountain huts provide shelter in a remote landscape, and experienced guides manage safety, timing, and decision-making throughout the trip. This is a focused alpine experience for those ready to test themselves in serious terrain — and to stand on a summit few ever reach. Join us and take on Mount Green the way it was meant to be climbed!

from
$5,813
per tourist for 5 days
This tour is booked individually on request
Any dates between 1 Nov, 2026 and 27 Feb, 2027 are available. Сlick to book or contact tour provider.
Number of individuals
2-4 tourists, over 18 y.o.
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Photo Douglas R.
Douglas R. is the provider of this trip
The provider speaks: English
For over 30 years we’ve been taking you with us into New Zealand’s backcountry. Wether you're looking for a senic day-hike, or an unfortgettable overnight trek to an alpine hut, our experienced guides are ready to join you on your next adventure. Our guides are carefully selected, internationally certified professionals who accompany you from the very first contact. Whether you’re climbing alpine peaks, backcountry skiing, or trekking through valleys and mountain passes, you’ll be guided by experts who truly live and breathe the outdoors.

Tour highlights

aoraki mount climb
True Alpine Challenge
Steep snow, technical movement, and real exposure — a climb that demands focus and rewards commitment.
climbers
Glacier Approach
Travel across active ice, crevasses, and snowfields on a classic alpine route deep in the Tasman Glacier zone
Mount Green Ascent
Helicopter Access
Scenic flights in and out of the mountains save days of walking and place you straight into alpine terrain

Route details

Day 1
Arrival

This plan is a sample only and may change depending on weather or other conditions. Please use it as a guide.

Arrival at our Wanaka office at 8:00am. Here you meet your guide, go through a full equipment check, and review the weather forecast together. Any last-minute items are organised and loaded into the vehicle. Personal belongings not needed for the climb can be left safely at the office.

After this, we drive to the helicopter staging area in preparation for the flight.

Mount Green Ascent
mount green
Mount Aspiring South-West Ridge 1 more photo
Day 2
Flight to Base
Day 3
Acclimatisation and Warm-Up
Day 4
Summit Day
Day 5
Departure
Difficulty
Extreme
Only for experienced and physically fit tourists. Requires specific skills and equipment
Tour provider's comments

Our main aim is for mountaineers to enjoy this experience and be safe doing so. This is as much about the expectations you form as well as being realistic about your current abilities. If you’re in doubt, we recommend using the following guide to determine if this course is for you:

  • Capable of 1,000m + ascent and descent in a day
  • Capable of 8-10 hours of physical activity a day
  • Capable of 3 consecutive days ascent and descent
  • Capable of carrying 8-12kg pack
  • Comfortable walking on snow / ice with crampons or snowshoes
  • Comfortable on rough, unmaintained tracks
  • Comfortable with heights and exposure
  • Comfortable in a range of adverse weather conditions
  • Mountaineering experienced required
  • Multi-day trekking experience using huts or camping

Accommodation

Comfort
Basic
Tent
4 nights

We recommend staying in Wānaka the night before your trip as we will meet and leave from Wānaka the day of your trip.

Wānaka offers a vast range of options for your pre and post trip accommodation. It can be busy over the winter and summer season, so it is a good idea to book well in advance.

4 nights
Mountain Hut

Weather during the tour

Weather conditions along the route
You will get a weather forecast for this tour’s route based on
  • the forecasts for this season
  • the statistics from previous years’ trips

Conditions

Included
  • IFMGA or NZMGA certified mountain guide, qualified guide (IFMGA or NZMGA certified climbing guide);
  • meals and snacks for the duration of the trip;
  • hut or tent accommodation (not all huts allow for bookings, and if they are full during high season we might be required to camp);
  • transportation from Wānaka to and from the climbing location;
  • technical equipment;
  • terrain fees;
  • GST included (New Zealand 15% goods and services tax);
  • heli flight into mountains.
Extras
  • flights;
  • any other personal expenses.

Please note, sleeping bag is not included.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

Throughout the summer season, a full range of conditions and temperatures can be expected in the New Zealand Mountains. Due to the remote nature of the the terrain, clients need to be suitably prepared. Your guide will do a comprehensive gear check at your pre-trip meeting. These are usually flyin, fly-out trips based at alpine huts. You will need to carry your personal gear and will be asked to assist in carrying some food and group equipment from the heli-landing site to the hut. All equipment needs to fit into one pack per client.

BODY

  • underwear;
  • base layer (150-200g weight, merino or polypop, no cotton. example: icebreaker 200;
  • oasis ls crewe);
  • top;
  • leggings;
  • mid layer top (fleece or windproof);
  • insulating jacket (fleece or synthetic fill);
  • waterproof jacket (eg gore tex® or similar);
  • over-pants* (as above);
  • lightweight, quick drying trousers;
  • collared glacier/trekking shirt;

FEET

  • mountaineering boots*;
  • nov to jan - full shank, 3 season (eg la sportiva® nepal);
  • jan to april - 3/4 shank, 2-3 season (eg la sportiva® karakorum or trango);
  • snow gaiters (to knee)*;
  • 2 pairs of trekking socks (merino);

HEAD / FACE

  • sunhat – cap;
  • warm hat & neck gaiter (eg buff);
  • sunglasses – glacier rated category 4;

HANDS

  • warm windproof gloves;
  • light gloves;

TECHNICAL EQUIPMENT (FOC)

  • climbing helmet*;
  • crampons - with anti-balling plates*;
  • ice ax*;
  • ice hammer*;
  • climbing harness*;
  • belay device*;
  • sling - nylon or dyneema®, 120cm*;
  • 2x carabiners - hms preferred*;
  • 2x 6mm prussiks - 1x60cm, 1x120cm loop length*;
  • ice screw 16cm*;
  • snow stake*;

ACCESSORIES

  • backpack (50+ liters);
  • sleeping bag (2 season, 0°c) & liner;
  • water bottles - 2 liters capacity;
  • head torch - and spare batteries;
  • toiletries - blister kit & personal medication;
  • small container of sunblock & lip screen;

OPTIONAL – PERSONAL PREFERENCE ITEMS

  • collapsible trekking poles*;
  • camera;
  • earplugs for sleeping;
  • lightweight approach/hut shoes (eg crocs);
  • for any time staying in town - towel and change of clothes;

*available for loan as part of the trip cost.

Please bring all your equipment to the scheduled pre-trip meeting. If you have any equipment questions prior to your trip, please feel free to contact our team.

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Dates and Prices

  • Any dates on request during the season
    1 Nov, 2026 – 27 Feb, 2027
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