NEW ZEALAND POWDER TOUR

2012 dates: Aug 18th - 28th,(register today - space is very limited) duration/price: 11 days/10 nights : $4,790 USD; heli day add on: price from $750 USD; private room: price from $1,900 USD level: intermediate - advanced expert ages: teens, adults, mixed groups group size: Max 1:6 / Coach:Client ratio accomodation: comfy stylish houses meals: all breakfasts, two dinners

Overview|Mountains|Town|Lodging|Safety|Guides|Parents|Photos

 

Safety:

Safety is a top priority throughout our days of fun activities. Our staff is First Aid certified and we take every precaution to avoid injury and incidents. In addition to our staff, Professional Ski Patrol service all of the resorts that we ride. The country of New Zealand as a whole is very safe. And, the community of Wanaka where we base our tour is a very small and safe community. We maintain a strict curfew and maintain constant supervision of everyone in our groups. Our staff, if separated maintains communication with 2-way radios and cell phones.

Safety in Wanaka and Queenstown:

Wanaka and Queenstown are small resort towns with a very, very low crime rate. These resort towns can be compared to towns like Aspen and Sun Valley in the United States. Under-18 participants may have the opportunity to explore these quaint lakeside resorts as a group at the discretion of the All-Star staff member accompanying them.

The resort area where All-Star operates is very safe and crime-free. However, all clients should be responsible for their gear and equipment, lock their doors when they leave to ride for the day, and not leave things like ski bags, laptops, and bright, expensive ski jackets unattended as these attract attention. It is highly recommended that clients buy travel insurance before they come down, both for things like theft and also for flight and baggage delays.

Currency and Money:

New Zealand uses the New Zealand dollar (the Kiwi), which is equivalent to about $0.75 USD. Most businesses also take American dollars. You can exchange money at a local bank in Wanaka or at the airport as you travel. ATMs are available at locations around the downtown area. Visa credit cards are also widely accepted.

Medical Facilities

There is a local health clinic as well as a large modern hospital in Wanaka and Queenstown. Services like X rays, evaluations, and other preliminary procedures can be provided, and the clinic has its own doctor on staff. Most simple health treatments and visits are covered by New Zealand's government. However, travel insurance is highly recommended to cover what is not.

Medivac helicopter and several modern ambulance/paramedic services. Procedures requiring payment at the time of service can be reimbursed via your Travel Insurance or international health insurance using the receipts collected at the hospital or clinic.

Transportation

Kick back and enjoy the ride. We provide airport transfers and daily transport to the local resorts and off snow activities. All drive times are short, and the scenery is so breathtaking you're attention will be captivated along the way.

 

Access to this trip is limited. Space fills up quickly - these powder tours are one of our most popular.