Snowy Mountains Mountaineering Courses with Andrew Lock
Every year, Andrew Lock Adventures offers a curated selection of Mountaineering Courses and Alpine Adventures in the Snowy Mountains of NSW. Catering to diverse skill levels, these courses are crafted to welcome newcomers to the alpine realm and further refine the expertise of seasoned adventurers.
Mountaineering Courses in The Snowy Mountains
Essential Alpine Skills
3 DAYS AND 2 NIGHT COURSE
The Essential Alpine Skills course is designed to teach participants the necessary skills to enjoy our Alpine regions responsibly and safely but without the use of climbing equipment. The courses are generally conducted over 3 days (two nights) and include an ascent of Mt Kosciuszko. You will learn all about clothing selection, camping and cooking in the snow, snow shelters, and emergency bivouacs, navigation, route finding, weather assessment, hypothermia, and more. This is a great introductory course for first-timers to the snow or those who wish to broaden their skills.
Advanced Mountaineering
4 DAYS AND 3 NIGHT COURSE
Sign up for Australia’s most elite mountaineering course with Andrew Lock. This experience starts from either Guthega or Charlotte Pass. Embrace the challenge of a three-night expedition near the captivating Blue Lake region, here you will begin mastering the intricacies of ice climbing, abseiling, and advanced snow ascent techniques. As you navigate this alpine landscape, you’ll learn how to refine your skills in protection placements, top roping, and ice belays. Head home feeling enriched with new mountaineering expertise.
Private Consultation & Tuition
CUSTOM TOUR
Seeking mountaineering instruction tailored just for you or your group? Tap into years of alpinism experience with Andrew Lock Adventures. Private tuition can be set within the stunning backdrop of the Snowy Mountains, NSW. Whether you're refining existing skills or forging new ones Andrew will ensure everyone receives personal attention, fostering proficiency and confidence. Chart your own mountaineering journey under the guidance of Australia’s best. Reach out below.
Introduction to Mountaineering
3 DAYS AND 2 NIGHT COURSE
This course is designed to give participants basic mountain climbing skills. At its conclusion participants are well prepared to sign on to a guided ascent of a trekking peak in Nepal or similar, or to take a more comprehensive mountaineering course. The courses are generally conducted in the vicinity of either Thredbo or Guthega resorts (depending on conditions) and include clothing and equipment selection, snow camping, ropework for glacial travel, ascending and descending fixed ropes, use of crampons and ice axes, knots, weather assessment, and avalanche awareness.
Adventures with Andrew Lock
Seven Summits: Mt. Kosciuszko
FULL-DAY SNOWSHOE TOUR
Mount Kosciuszko stands at 2228 metres in the Kosciuszko National Park, NSW, Australia. As one of the Seven Summits, it sits on the list mountaineers around the world. Your guide, Andrew Lock, is the only Australian and one of the few people in the world to have climbed all fourteen of the world's 8000 metre mountains. He knows the importance of succeeding on challenging objectives and will help guide you to achieve your dream of climbing the Seven Summits. This trip is run as a private adventure for you and your teammates and will be scheduled according to your needs. If you’re looking for a more challenging summit check out The Hannels Spur Tour.
Australia’s 10 Highest Peaks in Winter
4-DAY SUMMIT ADVENTURE ON SNOWSHOES
The ultimate Australian winter adventure. The 10 highest peaks in Australia are all in the Snowy Mountains close to Thredbo and include Mt Kosciuszko, Mt Townsend, Mt Twynam and the Rams Head mountains. While walking them has become popular in the summer months, completing the adventure in winter is the ideal challenge for those seeking a higher level of adventure in the winter alpine environment. This magnificent winter expedition takes place over 4 days and 3 nights. Challenge yourself this winter while witnessing the beautiful vistas of Australia’s Rooftop!
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