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Aoraki/Mount Cook

National Park - Canterbury, New Zealand

Home to New Zealand's highest peak, Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park features spectacular glaciers, permanent snow fields, and extensive alpine areas. The park contains 19 peaks over 3,000 meters including Aoraki/Mount Cook. It is a popular destination for mountaineering, hiking, and stargazing.

Location:
-43.734, 170.096
Area:
707 km²
Established:
1953

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