Mueller Hut in Winter: Your MUST-TRY in New Zealand 🏔️🌟

Embark on a thrilling winter adventure through the snowy wonderland of Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park as you conquer Mt Ollivier and Mueller Hut Route. This trial, which held a special place in the heart of Sir Edmund Hillary, takes you to the enchanting Mueller Hut, nestled amidst the snowy peaks of the Sealy Mountain Range.

[@Plugitinbby]

Hey long to ascent in those conditions? I am going in 2 weeks and considering ascent and descent in 1 day.

[@alpine_squad]

Hey, it's about a 1000m elevation gain and 7km from Cook Village (a shorter distance from White Horse Hill Carpark if it's not blocked by snow). It took us 7 hours to go up because the snow was really soft, and plowing through the deep snow was a challenge. It also took us 3 hours and 20 minutes to come down from the hut to the village. You'll be alright, just probably start earlier in the morning.

[@dionmarinovic9940]

Hey what month did you do this hike in? How deep would you say the snow was on average?

[@alpine_squad]

Hi Dion, great question. It's mid-June, and there's a moderate (yellow) avalanche danger. The snow was knee-deep in some areas. We attempted the route the previous day but had to turn back because we were sinking waist-deep before the snow had a chance to settle.

[@joshhambleton90]

did you hire crampoins & ice axe?

[@alpine_squad]

Hey Josh, we didn't need to as we brought our own gear. However, such equipment can be arranged through Alpine Guides at alpineguides.co.nz; just drop them an email.