Edmund Hillary

In the heart of the South Island, New Zealand boasts its tallest peak, Aoraki Mount Cook, also known as the "Cloud Piercer." Nestled among the Southern Alps, above a small alpine town that is home to our longest glacier and many famous hiking tracks. Embark on a one-day small-group tour to Mount Cook. Departing from Queenstown, you'll experience the unique alpine landscapes of the Southern Alps as you journey into Mackenzie Country and Aoraki Mount Cook National Park. Enjoy free time in Mt Cook Village, where you can choose to explore the incredible scenery, on a local short hike, scenic flight, or leisurely afternoon spent in the village.

Aoraki/Mount Cook ‘the cloud piercer’, our highest peak dominates the Southern Alps mountain range that divides New Zealand’s South Island into east and west. The Mt Cook National Park’s towering mountains, vast glaciers and remote snowfields inspired Sir Edmund Hillary, before his quest of Mt Everest. This flight takes you past the Hochstetter Icefall on Aoraki/Mt Cook and the upper Tasman Glacier before a thrilling alpine landing in the snow. You’ll fly home through the remote Burnett Mountains with the expansive and arid Mackenzie Basin below you.

Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri Trek with its beautiful glacial valley, pristine turquoise lakes, huge icy glaciers, ridges and the best panoramic views of the highest snow-capped mountains; is regarded as the most stunning place in the Everest Region. It provides an alternative to the famous Everest Base Camp Trek. This is an ideal option for those who want to get stunning panoramic views of the Everest region Himalayas, glacial lakes and valleys without too much physical challenge.

Take a break from the hectic Queenstown streets with this trip into the mighty Southern Alps. Spend the day at Mount Cook Village, nestled in the shadow of Aoraki Mount Cook, New Zealand’s tallest mountain. Enjoy free reign to set your own schedule, whether it’s hiking around the Alps or learning more about the mountains at Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Center. Enjoy stunning sights on the way up the mountains, including super-blue Lake Pukaki If you need tips on what to do in the village, your guide is on hand to help Visit an alpine salmon farm where you can feed salmon and try some salmon snacks No-fuss hotel transfers are available from select Queenstown hotels

Everest Base Camp Trek gives you an opportunity to visit some of the high-altitude destinations that only a handful of world’s population ever gets to visit. Following the footsteps of Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, trek along the foothills of Himalayan mountains including the world’s highest, Mount Everest (8,848 m). Stand beneath their massive shadows and feel humbled. En route experience Sherpa hospitality and culture, Buddhist spiritualism (the trails are adorned with mani stones, chortens and colorful prayer flags) and amazing mountain scenery. NOTE: The Lukla flights to and from Kathmandu had been shifted to Manthali Airport, Ramechhap district in 2019 & 2020 due to heavy air traffic during peak trekking season (Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov). But, for now, the flights are directly between Kathmandu and Lukla. Extra cost would be applicable if airlines don't provide any shuttle services or if you want to take a private vehicle instead of the shared ride provided by the airlines.

Fly from Christchurch to view the highest mountain in New Zealand, Aoraki Mount Cook—the training ground of Sir Edmund Hillary. Viewing the Canterbury plains, lakes, Tasman Glacier, and the spectacular ice falls of the many smaller glaciers in the region. Experience the New Zealand Southern Alps on board a luxury helicopter. Alpine landing, seasonal snow if the weather allows. Fly home through Lord of the Rings country and see the spectacular film site used in the trilogy. Returning to Christchurch after 3 hours to continue your further travels.' Great photo opportunities throughout your flight. Pilot commentary throughout your flight.

Enjoy a private day tour to Aoraki/Mount Cook – the tallest mountain in New Zealand. Visit the picturesque town of Lake Tekapo, admire stunning alpine views from Lake Pukaki, and enjoy a delicious lunch at the Hermitage Hotel. Tours Highlights: • Enjoy a day trip from Christchurch to discover incredible glaciers, lakes and rivers • Sample award-winning cheese at a local cheese factory in Geraldine • Visit the iconic Church of Good Shepherd and Bronze Sheepdog Statue in Lake Tekapo • Admire Lake Pukaki, the largest lake in Mackenzie region, and stunning alpine scenery • Savor a delicious lunch with spectacular views at the Hermitage Hotel • Explore one of the many alpine walks in Mount Cook National Park

Follow the footsteps of legendary climber’s sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa to the highest peak in the world, Everest, and its trek to base camp. Everest Base Camp Trek offers awe-inspiring Himalayan panoramas, alpine glaciers, unique local culture, high altitude trekking, and a wide range of flora and fauna. If you are a hiker or fan of hiking who loves to hike then this trek is piece of cake for you, this is one of the most inspiring places in the world to do it, a paradise for trekkers. Our typical Everest Base Camp Trek is a fully guided trek that offers sensational mountain views and an insight into the lives of the Sherpa people. The trek officially begins with an amazing short mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla from where we start our trekking officially once we landed at the Tenzing Hillary airport, and trek towards Phakding walking through the magnificent local villages of Sherpa people along with the bank of Dudh Kosi River, surrounded by the soaring peaks

Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook, this small group combines two of the most stunning locations! Spend the day at Mount Cook Village, nestled in the shadow of Aoraki Mount Cook, New Zealand’s tallest mountain. Enjoy free reign to set your own schedule, whether it’s hiking around the Alps or learning more about the mountains at Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Center. Enjoy stunning sights on the way up the mountains, including super-blue Lake Pukaki and the famous Lake Tekapo on the way towards Christchurch. If you need tips on what to do in the village, your guide is on hand to help. No-fuss hotel transfers are available from select Queenstown hotels.

On this full-day tour, discover the hill-town of Darjeeling situated in the foothills of the Himalayas. Once a summer resort of the British in India, the town has a distinct charm of its own. Drive through narrow sloping streets that offer fabulous views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Visit a tea garden and take a ride on a ‘Toy Train’ that takes you past some memorable views. Highlights • Sunrise at Tiger Hill • Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park (Park Remains Closed on Thursday) • Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Institute Remains Closed on Thursday) • Visit to a Tea Estate • Tenzing Norgay & Tibetan self-help center -(Remains Closed on Sunday). •

Everest Base Camp Trek is the most famous and most appealing 15 Days classical trek package available in Nepal. Needless to say, Mount Everest is the highest peak in the world at 8848 m. It has been thus meticulously planned for travelers seeking the most detailed and comprehensive trip to EBC at 5364 m. During the trip, travelers will try to retrace the footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa. The duo first reached the Everest summit on their epic ascent back in 1953. Heading into the Sherpa heartland of Khumbu Valley allows its visitors to gradually acclimatize on their way to Everest Base Camp. Highlights: Experience Lukla Airport Visit Namche Bazaar Hike to Kala Patthar Visit Everest Base Camp (EBC) Visit Tengboche Monastery Discover Yeti

An adventurous trek up till the Everest Base Camp then fly out to Kathmandu without the hassle for trekking back again. The program is ideal for those who have limited traveling-time but still wish to trek the regular EBC trek and after attending the base camp fly back to Kathmandu on a chartered helicopter. Trekking into the Everest Base Camp is the most popular treks in the world where four of the world’s six highest mountains (Everest, Lhotse, Makalu & Cho Oyu) located in the Everest region. The trek here not only provides a great opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the Himalayas but also get to know the local culture and traditions, especially the Sherpa community. The prime highlights of the trek are beautiful monasteries, Sir Edmund Hillary hospital and schools, Everest National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site) with varied floras and faunas.

Escape the ordinary and experience the breathtaking beauty of the Southern Alps on this full-day private tour from Dunedin to Aoraki/Mount Cook—New Zealand’s tallest mountain. Travel in comfort through the changing landscapes of Otago and the Mackenzie Basin, with plenty of scenic stops, insider commentary, and personal flexibility along the way. Marvel at the turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki, where glacial melt meets mountain majesty. Then, continue your journey to the awe-inspiring Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, a world-class destination for nature lovers, photographers, and adventurers alike. Enjoy time to walk the stunning Hooker Valley Track (optional), visit the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre, or simply soak up the alpine atmosphere at your own pace.

Experience this unbelievable 14 day trek to the base of Mount Everest! A complimentary airport pickup in included that will take you to your htoel, with two nights accommodation with breakfast. Your excursion begins when you are picked up from your hotel in at 6-10am depending on what time you choose and be on your way to adventure. You will walk through the diverse landscape of the Khumbu region and pass ethnic Sherpa villages. The trek escorts you to the base of the world's tallest peak- Mt. Everest (8848m), which offer the views of several 8000 meter peaks. Full board meals are included along the way, as well as lodging. 

Mt. Everest, the highest mountain in the world, has its own significance to climb. It has resulted that Mt Everest is climbed by more people rather than other mountains. After the successful summit of Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Edmund Hillary in may 1953, there has been many attempt in Mt. Everest, including the people who climbed it two or more times. It is a great achievement for those who climbed it or not. Both of them could face dreadful obstacle – Technical, Physical, Psychological. Peak Promotion has organized and supported many expeditions for Everest. After then it continuously has been organizing many expeditions for Everest. Besides the expeditions for only climbing to the summit, Peak Promotion has also supported the Filming Expeditions on Mt. Everest. EVEREST IMAX Film, SURVIVING EVEREST with National Geographic, Working Title Everest Expedition, etc. are the examples.

Actively explore the natural wonders that fascinate all outdoor enthusiasts. Here, at the beginning of YOUR path, forget everyday life, find YOUR way to slow down and develop a feeling for New Zealand! 60 km of black sand beach, beautiful landscapes, diverse vegetation, rainforest, boobies you can experience all this and more on our Wild West Tour From the “City of Sails” we drive through the Kumeu wine region to Muriwai (45 min), where you can enjoy a 30-minute walk with fantastic views in the footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary’s (Hillary Trail). From Maukatia Bay it goes along the Otakamiro Trail to the gannet colony. Witness the natural forces of sun, wind and waves … before heading back to Auckland Qualmark Bronze Award – Light Footprint – Safe & Sound – Warm Welcome

Trekking Spotlights: Stunningly scenic flight to Lukla (Tenzing Hillary Airport) from Kathmandu, Knowledge about the business hub of the entire Khumbu region, Namche Bazaar, also the gateway to Everest Base Camp Visit of Tengboche Monastery, the largest in the Khumbu region UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sagarmatha National Park, A 360-degree panoramic view of the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest and the nearby snowcapped peaks from Kala Patthar, Following the footprints of the mountaineering pioneers Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, Observation of Sherpa villages, culture, tradition, typical cuisines and their hospitality

While trekking through this route we will also get the opportunity to get a closer look at the highest Buddhist monasteries in the world. The journey that you are making is an epic one as Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay had set off their feet on it in 1953. The thrill and excitement that one feels upon beholding the mighty Everest up close cannot be comparable to any other

This ticket booking saves more time which you can do other valueable things or see more around. Everest Base Camp (5364m) is the foot of the world highest Mt Everest (8848m). It would be an achievement in the lifetime. By following the Everest Base Camp route, your footsteps on the most famous mountaineers like Sir Edmund Hillary, Tenzing Norgay Sherpa, and Reinhold Messner. Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa were climbed as the first human to the world highest nature tower. The royalty to climb Mt Everest is about US Dollar ten thousand (seasonally) for one person then why not you touch the foothills of the world Highest peak by self physically at $50 fee? Everest Base Camp trekking offers majestic towering mountain views with amazing valleys and legendary Sherpa's culture. You can see the world fifth highest mt Makalu (8485m) and if your journey covers Gokyo Valley Trekking then see the world sixth highest Mt Cho Oyu (82001m).

While trekking through this route we will also get the opportunity to get a closer look at the highest Buddhist monasteries in the world. The journey that you are making is an epic one as Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay had set off their feet on it in 1953. The thrill and excitement that one feels upon beholding the mighty Everest up close cannot be comparable to any other experiences. The very experienced team of Pariwar Holidays would be more than happy to accompany you for this exciting journey.