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  Mount Olympus National Park - Search Results - MSN Encarta
Mount Olympus National Park, national park in Greece enclosing an area that was regarded as sacred by the ancient Greeks.
Mount Rainier National Park, western Washington, established 1899.
Mount Cook National Park, in the south-western region of the South Island, New Zealand, established in 1953.
uk.encarta.msn.com /Mount_Olympus_National_Park.html   (122 words)

  
 Mount Aspiring guided ascent - mountain guides for climbing Mt Aspiring New Zealand - Aspiring Guides
On first seeing Mt Aspiring, from the edge of the Bonar Glacier, there is a moment of disbelief that you'll be able to climb it by any means.
Aspiring, often referred to as the `Matterhorn of the South', is similar to the Matterhorn of the Swiss Alps not only in shape but also in construction.
Aspiring is an ideal first summit via the North West Ridge or the classic South West Ridge for the more technically adept.
www.aspiringguides.com /mount_aspiring_tititea.html   (613 words)

  
 Mount Aspiring National Park, South Island New Zealand. Routeburn Track, Mt Aspiring, World Heritage Area, Dart River, ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Mt Aspiring National Park encompasses a large area, from the Haast River in the north to the Humbolt Mountains in the south.
Mount Aspiring (the park's name sake) is the only peak outside of Mt Cook National Park to rise over 3000 metres.
The nearest towns to Mt Aspiring National Park are Queenstown, Wanaka and Te Anau.
www.fourcorners.co.nz /new-zealand/mt-aspiring   (344 words)

  
 Mount Aspiring - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Mount Aspiring is in the South Island of New Zealand and is the only mountain above 3000 metres outside the Mount Cook region.
It is set within the Mount Aspiring National Park and has a height of 3,033 metres.
Mt Aspiring sits slightly to the west of the main divide at the junction of three major glacial systems — the Bonar Glacier, which drains into the Waipara River, and the Volta and Therma Glaciers, which both drain into the Waitoto River.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Mount_Aspiring   (243 words)

  
 Global Adrenaline :: Australia New Zealand :: New Zealand :: Mount Aspiring Summit Climb
Mount Aspiring is a majestic, soaring peak and a challenging climb!
Mount Aspiring National Park is famous for its tranquil beauty.
Mount Aspiring is ideal for first-time mountaineers using the North West Ridge, as well as for more technically-oriented mountaineers, who may choose the classic South West Ridge.
www.globaladrenaline.com /australianewzealand/newzealand/trip4   (3045 words)

  
 Mount Aspiring National Park - Wanaka
Mount Aspiring National Park is a wonderful mixture of remote wilderness, high mountains, beautiful river valleys, and unforgettable views.
Aspiring Hut is also the starting point to hike to the Rees/Dart valley system via Cascade Saddle.
Aspiring Hut can sleep up to 30 people, in the summer months there is a warden in residence to collect hut fees.
www.destination.co.nz /wanaka/mount_aspiring_national_park.asp   (384 words)

  
 Alpine Guides: Mt Aspiring guided climb
Mt Aspiring lies approximately 180 kms south west of Aoraki/Mount Cook, in Mount Aspiring National Park.
Mount Aspiring (Tititea) at 3027 metres is the highest peak in the region, rising 2500 metres from the Matukituki Valley floor.
Mt Aspiring is approached as a short "expedition", with 5 days for the attempt.
www.alpineguides.co.nz /programs/aspiring.htm   (293 words)

  
 Mountaineering in New Zealand - join Aspiring Guides for guided alpine ascents, ice climbing courses and more
Whether your desire is to take those first steps into the world of mountaineering, develop state-of-the-art climbing techniques, reach a summit, join an expedition, learn ice climbing or just take time out in the mountains, join us for a safe and enjoyable mountain experience.
Aspiring Guides have guided and instructed guests of all ability levels to greater heights of self-discovery within the Southern Alps of New Zealand and worldwide.
The Mount Aspiring National Park is a majestic and seldom travelled area...
www.aspiringguides.com   (250 words)

  
 Mount Aspiring - Peakware World Mountain Encyclcopedia
Mt Aspiring northwest aspect and climbers on the northwest ridge, November 2000.
Mount Aspiring is one of South Island's most attractive mountains.
Aspiring is 100 miles south of Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest mountain.
www.peakware.com /peaks.html?pk=18   (139 words)

  
 Mount Aspiring Alpine Skills Course New Zealand Mountaineering Course Climbing Trips
Aspiring where you will climb under the guidance of a qualified guide/instructor.
Aspiring where your guide will give you the chance to safely put your skills into practice.
Since the Mnt Aspiring Alpine Skills Course is privately guided you do not have to worry that you will be held back by the fitness of others, however, alpine climbing is a demanding sport.
www.wildwalks.co.nz /mtaspiring_alpineskills.htm   (623 words)

  
 mt aspiring   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Carved by ancient glaciers into a four-sided pyramid comparable to Switzerland's Matterhorn, Mt Aspiring is the highest and most heavily glaciated mountain outside of the Aoraki/Mt Cook region.
The day after climbing Mt Aspiring most people are very tired and usually we make arrangements to fly out and drive back to Queenstown.
Helicopter or fixed wing aircraft flights are not included as this is a variable cost depending on your choice of route and type of aircraft.
www.mountainguiding.co.nz /mt_aspiring.html   (533 words)

  
 Wanaka hotel accommodation at Mount Aspiring Hotel, Wanaka
If you enjoy the beauty of natural stone, the warmth of wood, the setting sun glowing on the surrounding mountains and the spectacular beauty of a crystal clear night sky, then a stay at Mount Aspiring Hotel in Wanaka is a must for you.
Set on a tree-lined avenue, Mount Aspiring Hotel offers a peaceful, comfortable base from which to enjoy the delights of the area.
A natural wood interior is complemented by schist stonework and a large open fire.
www.wanakanz.com   (221 words)

  
 aspiring
Aspiring, the snowy ramp leads up to the NW ridge, the left skyline.
We stopped by the DOC, Department of Conservation, office in Wanaka and noticed the Mount Aspiring poster on the wall, one variation on our route called "the ramp" was cross hatched.
The weather was warm too, it was the first time Bryan had ever been able to wear shorts and long underwear to the summit without wearing windpants over them.
www.exo.net /~pauld/climbing/aspiring/aspiring.html   (2140 words)

  
 Mount Aspiring Queenstown New Zealand
Pristine landscapes from a perfect setting located just a brief walk from Queenstown's main shopping area and overlooking the idyllic beauty of Lake Wakatipu, Mount Aspiring places you in the heart of picturesque Queenstown.
Facilities: fully equiped kitchen, 4 ensuite bedrooms, upstairs master bedroom with gas fire, balcony and ensuite with spa bath, large living area with gas fire, gym, sauna, and spa pool, movie theatre and office, mountain, lake and town views, total area 640 square metres (6886 feet), balconies 200 square metres (2152 feet).
Mount Aspiring Tariff Includes: Exclusive use of the apartment and all facilities
www.luxuryadventures.co.nz /accommodation/south/mountaspiring.htm   (269 words)

  
 Mt Aspiring Challenge
The Mt Aspiring Challenge organisation raises money for research into Leukemia and Lymphoma cancers, with 100% of profits donated to the Alfred Foundation.
The Mt Aspiring Challenge was founded by David Roberts who was a keen mountaineer and raised more than $90,000 for cancer research by climbing Mt Aspiring before sadly passing away in 2003.
The Mt Aspiring Challenge is supported by people and organisations that are conscious of health and well-being and want to do something positive towards a cancer-free future.
www.mountaspiringchallenge.com.au   (129 words)

  
 Mount Aspiring National Park - Places - New Zealand Tramper
Mount Aspiring National Park is part of Te Wahipounamu World Heritage Area.
Located on the steep lower slopes of Mount Barff, this hut offers striking views and a route to the Arawhata Saddle.
This new hut is located on the summer snowline on French Ridge, near the head of the Matukituki Valley West Branch.
www.tramper.co.nz /?1444   (313 words)

  
 aspiring - Ask.com Web Search
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 Aspiring Hut, Mt. Aspiring National Park   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Mount Aspiring National Park attracts both climbers and serious trampers.
This may be due in part to the relative difficulty of many of the Mt. Aspiring walks.
Aspiring Hut was crowded with people whose plans had been delayed by the weather.
www.vic.com /new_zealand/walks/aspiring.html   (390 words)

  
 Mounts Aspiring & Earnslaw — January, 2003
Susan Lowery • Mounts Aspiring and Earnslaw • New Zealand • January 2003
Mount Head, the highest peak of the Forbes Mountains lies behind.
Higher we pass through Wright Col heading to the Esquilant bivy, the hut from which nearly all Mount Earnslaw ascents are made.
www.cosleyhouston.com /recent/03-01-nz-lowery.htm   (565 words)

  
 ASPIRING, MOUNT - 1966 Encyclopaedia of New Zealand
The highest mountain in Otago, some 30 miles from the west coast, Mt. Aspiring is an impressive peak strongly resembling the Matterhorn in shape.
It rises abruptly from ice fields of the Bonar, Volta, Therma, and Iso Glaciers, with two steep ice and rock ridges rising from the south-west and north-west, and a longer ridge (the Coxcomb Ridge) rising from the east to a summit 9,957 ft above sea level.
It in turn has given its name to the newly formed Mount Aspiring National Park.
www.teara.govt.nz /1966/A/AspiringMount/AspiringMount/en   (272 words)

  
 Mount Aspiring Hotel - Wotif.com
Cancellations made within 24 hours of check in time, forfeit the full amount for the first night cancelled.
Mount Aspiring Hotel is nestled on the quiet, tree-lined, Mt Aspiring Road at the edge of Wanaka Township.
We are located on Mt Aspiring Road, which is an extension of Ardmore Street, the main road that runs alongside the lake, exactly 2 kilometres from the town centre, on the right-hand side of the road.
www.wotif.com /hotel/View?hotel=6475   (246 words)

  
 Mount Aspiring National Park travel guide - Wikitravel
Mount Aspiring National Park lies in the Southern Alps of New Zealand's South Island, in the headwaters of Lake Wanaka.
It is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of South West New Zealand, or Te Wahipounamu, which includes Fiordland National Park (to the south), Aoraki Mount Cook National Park and Westland National Park (both to the north).
Climb Mount Aspiring or the other peaks in the area.
wikitravel.org /en/Mount_Aspiring_National_Park   (187 words)

  
 Mount Aspiring College - Aviation Course   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
The college, in conjunction with Aspiring Air Ltd, is very pleased and excited to be able to offer an aviation course as from the start of 2001.
Senior students will have the opportunity to attain a private pilot’s licence (PPL), at the same time as they are studying for their national academic qualifications.
Secondary school students must have a place to live in Wanaka and be enrolled at Mount Aspiring College by the start of the college year before being accepted onto the course.
www.mtaspiring.school.nz /faviation.htm   (695 words)

  
 Heli skiing the powder   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
The awesome big snow of the early season laid an excellent snow base and a number of storms are stacked on the horizon promising more deep, dry southern powder.
The Rip Curl event is one of the only events in the mountain world that uses helicopters to fly competitors to amazing mountain terrain in search of the very best and most radical conditions.
Featuring the combination of helicopter-accessed skiing and snowboarding in the remote Mount Aspiring National Park, the results of the three disciplines: Freeride, Extreme and the Chinese Downhill, are added together to find out who is the world's best all-around skier and who is the best boarder.
classic.mountainzone.com /ski/99/ripcurl   (1043 words)

  
 Aspiring Helicopters scenic flights around Wanaka and Mt Aspiring National Park
Aspiring Helicopters scenic flights around Wanaka and Mt Aspiring National Park
Our two helipads are located at working deer and sheep farms on the southern side of Lake Wanaka.
This not only means that you will experience true New Zealand country hospitality, but because we are the closest operator to the National Park, you also fly further afield spending more time in and around the alps and glaciers.
www.aspiringhelicopters.co.nz   (107 words)

  
 Alpine Choppers Helicopter Flights Queenstown Wanaka Helicopter Rides Scenic Flights   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Mount Aspiring and the Glaciers with Alpine Landings.
A longer flight into the Southern Alps and Mount Aspiring National Park.
Includes a landing on a remote glacier to provide a great photo opportunity to take in the pure and silent experience of some of the world's most majestic mountains.
www.alpinechoppers.co.nz /aspiring.htm   (68 words)

  
 Mount Aspiring — January, 2003
Beth Epstein and Kim Gimenez • Mount Aspiring • New Zealand • January 2003
Our goal was mainly to have fun but also to climb Mount Aspiring or whatever else appealed in the process.
Mount Earnslaw is the big double summitted peak in the center of the skyline.
www.cosleyhouston.com /recent/03-01-nz-epstein-gimenez.htm   (602 words)

  
 New Zealand hiking & climbing Mount Aspiring National Park Wanaka New Zealand
New Zealand hiking & climbing Mount Aspiring National Park Wanaka New Zealand
We specialise in hiking and climbing in New Zealand's Mt Aspiring National Park and the South West World Heritage Area - where the scenery is always spectacular, and the challenges many.
Trekking : Rabbit Pass, Mount Aspiring Overnight, Glacier Trekking, Cascade Saddle, Upper Wilkin Walk, Gillespie Pass, Gillespie and Rabbit Pass
www.wildwalks.co.nz   (429 words)

  
 Mount Aspiring, New Zealand - Guided mountain climbs and trips
The Matterhorn of the South, Mount Aspiring is an achievable and challenging goal in a world-class alpine environment.
Mount Aspiring (3027m) is the highest peak outside Mount Cook and Westland National Parks.
A schedule for Mount Aspiring could be (weather dependent):
www.summits.co.nz /mount_aspiring.html   (413 words)

  
 Aspiring Lodge Motel - Accommodation in Wanaka, New Zealand
Aspiring Lodge Motel - Accommodation in Wanaka, New Zealand
We are nestled in the heart of the Southern Lakes' tourist resort of Wanaka and the gateway to the Mount Aspiring National Park.
Aspiring Lodge Motel · Cnr Dunmore and Dungarvon St ·Wanaka
www.aspiringlodge.co.nz   (140 words)

  
 ADVENTURE CONSULTANTS - the climbing professionals
On the approach you traverse a high country sheep station, travel along the West Matukituki river and then through native beech forest up into the glacial regions from where the ascent is based.
Note: we will only guide Aspiring at a 1:2 guide:client ratio until the end of December each summer season.
From January 1 until April we are only able to offer a 1:1 guided ascent of Mt Aspiring.
www.adventure.co.nz /AdventureNZ/MountAspiring   (401 words)

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