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The great outdoors takes on an entirely new meaning with the choice of activities on offer. Whare Kea is in the midst of some of the world’s most beautiful natural environments so whatever you choose to do, be prepared for an unforgettable experience. It can be as relaxing as a stroll around Lake Wanaka, golf or fly fishing. Or you may prefer to pump up the adrenaline by heli-skiing or climbing a mountain. And then mountain biking all the way down. Land, air, water or snow, nature’s playgrounds never looked so good. And our staff have all the knowledge to help you do it all in style.
In particular, our highly respected Chief Guide, Hugh Barnard offers a wealth of experience that will ensure your activities are outstanding, with safety being his number one priority. As such, a large part of Hugh's role is to supervise the selection of guides used by Whare Kea. This ensures we utilise guides that both understand and are trained in our operating and safety procedures.
Hugh is a decicated professional guide with experience that spans more than twenty-two years and covers many parts of our globe. He was also Chief Guide at New Zealand's most experienced heliskiing operation, Harris Mountain Heliskiing, for many years.
Hugh strives for excellence and has a passion for the environment in which he works. He has made first ascents on the South Face of Mt Hicks, Mt Cook NP and Darran Mountains, Fiordland. His international mountaineering trips have covered Equador, Pakistan, South Georgia Island, Nepal and India.
Regardless of your level of experience, we will personalise your chosen adventure to ensure you attain all of your pre-adventure goals!
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HUGH BARNARD
"I have lived in and around the mountains of the Wanaka region for most of my adult life. Skiing in the winters, climbing and trekking in the summers. The landscape never ceases to amaze me - the clarity of the light, the vastness of the wilderness. As a guide I have had the pleasure of sharing this special place with people from all around the world, it is always a most rewarding experience to see others inspired by the unique area we are lucky enough to call home. I hope you too will seize the opportunity to immerse yourself in our place - the home of the kea.”
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