                    New Zealand Student Tours with KANES
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Skiing

There are 5 local ski areas in the zone. They are mainly operated by ski clubs with rope tows and accommodation lodges on the field. Coach access is not normally available so special arrangements for transport is necessary

Alpine Trails Zone

**KANES incorporate the attractions that best meet your group's interests, budget and available time**

Other Great Attractions

● Horse riding	Take the challenge if trusting another creature and great scenery
● Rock climbing	Challenge your fears, test your endurance
● Geothermal Pools	Relax in the soothing waters from the hot earth
● Skiing	Five rugged ski fields are found in this Zone
● Bungy Jumping	Plunge 35 m towards the river
● Train ride	Travels into the Southern Alps via huge rivers and valleys
● Mountain climbing	Many different climbs available to suite all abilities - Stunning Scenery
● Jet boating	Scream your heart out
● Mountain biking	Enjoy the forest trails mud and challenges
● Water slides	Scary and fast

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Geography Studies

Social Studies
● Overview	Solitary, demanding, violent environment
● Farming	High country sheep & cattle
● Settlements	Industries, special considerations for mountains
● National Park	Arthurs Pass NP high among the Southern Alps
● Transport	Mountain railways road building, incentives, engineering, hazards
● Arthurs Pass Hwy	Learn the experiences and difficulties during the 1860's gold rush
● Lewis Pass	Latest highway opening access to farms and coal mining
● Giant Viaduct	New Zealand's biggest engineering project
● Information Centres	Alpine attractions and activities
● Maori Culture	Travel in the mountains, legends, equipment, attractions
● Tourism	Mountain services, attractions, hazards
● Map Reading	Mountain areas, identifying features, direction finding, back bearings
● Conservation 1	Alpine management and laws
● Conservation 2	Protecting Alpine plants - pests, predators, weeds