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Mount Cook · Extreme Sports Destinations

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Mount Cook · Extreme Sports Destinations

Alpine climbing hotspot featuring New Zealand's highest mountain and diverse climbing routes.

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Alpine climbing hotspot featuring New Zealand's highest mountain and diverse climbing routes.

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Best season: None
Difficulty: 9
Region: New Zealand, Canterbury

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