Adventure by Nature Reservations

OENZ Programme

OENZ Basic Full-Day Programme

Duration: 8 Hours (approx.)

2-day Alpine Course - OENZ

An introductory snow craft course for people who would like to explore the mountains safely. Spend the weekend learning about crampons, ice axes, self-arresting and trip planning.

Duration: 2 Days (approx.)

From NZD $769.00

4-day Alpine & Avalanche Course - OENZ

The 4-day alpine & avalanche is an introductory course that combines our 2-day mountaineering course and our 2-day avalanche awareness course. It is based out of our lodge in Arthur’s Pass Village.

Duration: 4 Days (approx.)

From NZD $1,799.00

2-day Bushcraft & Navigation Course - OENZ

An Introductory navigation and bushcraft course for people who want to explore the New Zealand bush. Spend the weekend navigating from your map and compass off-track and through varied terrain.

Duration: 2 Days (approx.)

From NZD $749.00

3-day Navigation, Bushcraft & River Crossing Course - OENZ

The 3-day navigation, bushcraft and river crossing course is an introductory course. It combines our 2-day navigation & bushcraft course and our 1-day river crossing course.

Duration: 3 Days (approx.)

From NZD $1,049.00

2-day Rock Climbing Course - OENZ

This course introduces a range of outdoor climbing styles, including top-rope & lead climbing. At the end of this course, you will be able to set up top ropes, lead climb and clean a route (transition from climbing to lowering off).

Duration: 2 Days (approx.)

From NZD $699.00

7-day Bushcraft Course - OENZ

On this comprehensive 7-day bushcraft training course, you will learn everything from river crossing techniques to advanced navigation. This combines our 2-day bushcraft, 1-day river crossing, and advanced navigation and survival course.

Duration: 7 Days (approx.)

From NZD $2,999.00

River Crossing Course - OENZ

This one-day course teaches essential river safety and crossing techniques to help you confidently navigate one of New Zealand’s most dangerous backcountry hazards. Perfect for trampers and outdoor professionals alike.

Duration: 1 Days (approx.)

From NZD $299.00

9-day Technical Mountaineering Course (TMC) - OENZ

This 9-day mountaineering course teaches essential alpine skills—crampon use, avalanche safety, ropework, and crevasse rescue—preparing you to climb independently in New Zealand’s mountains. No experience required.

Duration: 9 Days (approx.)

From NZD $4,999.00

6-day Technical Mountaineering Course (TMC) - OENZ

This 6-day intermediate mountaineering course teaches essential alpine climbing skills—ropework, snow anchors, glacier travel, and crevasse rescue—preparing you to tackle classic New Zealand winter routes independently.

Duration: 6 Days (approx.)

From NZD $3,900.00

7-day Alpine & Avalanche Course - OENZ

This 7-day Alpine & Avalanche Course is designed for climbers with basic crampon and ice axe skills who want to progress toward independent winter mountaineering. You'll learn essential ropework, avalanche rescue, and climbing techniques.

Duration: 7 Days (approx.)

From NZD $4,150.00