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The Remarkables are a mountain range and skifield in Otago in the South Island of New Zealand. Located on the southeastern shore of Lake Wakatipu, the range lives up to its name by rising sharply to create an impressive backdrop for the waters. The range is clearly visible from the nearby town of Queenstown.
The highest point in the range is Double Cone (2319 metres). The adjacent Hector Mountains southeast of the Remarkables culminate in Mount Tuwhakaroria (2307 m).
There are a number of small lakes on the mountains including Lake Alta which forms part of the Remarkables Skifield.
The mountains were named The Remarkables by Alexander Garvie in 1857-58, allegedly because they are one of only two mountain ranges in the world which run directly north to south. An alternate explanation for the name given by locals is that early Queenstown settlers, upon seeing the mountain range during sunset one evening, named them the Remarkables to describe the sight.
During the winter months The Remarkables skifield has skiing and other winter activities. The ski area has three mountain bowls covering 540 acres (2.2 km²). The patrolled area covers 220 ha with six lifts (3 quad chairs, 3 magic carpets, and a tow rope). Terrain is rated as 30% beginners, 40% intermediate and 30% advanced. The whole skifield area is 540 acres (2.2 km²) with six lifts. Average annual snowfall is 3.67 metres. In 2007 automated snowmaking was installed and a new snow groomer has also been acquired. There's also a snow tubing park and in 2008 a terrain park was developed. The Remarkables are part of NZSki, which incorporate Coronet Peak and Mt Hutt.
New Zealand (/njuːˈziːlənd/ new-ZEE-lənd, Māori: Aotearoa [aɔˈtɛaɾɔa]) is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The country geographically comprises two main landmasses – that of the North Island, or Te Ika-a-Māui, and the South Island, or Te Waipounamu – and numerous smaller islands. New Zealand is situated some 1,500 kilometres (900 mi) east of Australia across the Tasman Sea and roughly 1,000 kilometres (600 mi) south of the Pacific island areas of New Caledonia, Fiji, and Tonga. Because of its remoteness, it was one of the last lands to be settled by humans. During its long isolation, New Zealand developed a distinctive biodiversity of animal, fungal and plant life. The country's varied topography and its sharp mountain peaks, such as the Southern Alps, owe much to the tectonic uplift of land and volcanic eruptions. New Zealand's capital city is Wellington, while its most populous city is Auckland.
Somewhere between 1250 and 1300 CE, Polynesians settled in the islands that were to become New Zealand, and developed a distinctive Māori culture. In 1642, Abel Tasman, a Dutch explorer, became the first European to sight New Zealand. In 1840, representatives of the British Crown and Māori Chiefs signed the Treaty of Waitangi, making New Zealand a British colony. Today, the majority of New Zealand's population of 4.5 million is of European descent; the indigenous Māori are the largest minority, followed by Asians and Pacific Islanders. Reflecting this, New Zealand's culture is mainly derived from Māori and early British settlers, with recent broadening arising from increased immigration. The official languages are English, Māori and New Zealand Sign Language, with English predominant.
The past week I have been on a school trip to New Zealand, Had a really great time skiing at The Remarkables. Music used was not mine or does not belong to me. Song used - Insane by flume Link- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peRS3KGNxoY
NZ Trip - August 2011 3rd day of boarding at The Remarkables, -8°C and blue skies.
Footage filmed in my month and a bit spent riding the remarks park (Queenstown)! With Robbie Howie, Rowan Hargreaves and Tom Sanderson! Cheers Josh and everyone else for helping with the filming!
This 4 wheel drive bus operated by the ski resort transport company was sliding down the road with a huge drop of about 1000 feet beside it. It is on the Remarkables ski area access road. In Queenstown New Zealand. Yes it IS 4wd http://www.nzski.com/transport/charterEnquiries.jsp
Skiing at The Remarkables in Queenstown
This movie retraces the first ascent of Friday's Fool, a steep mixed (rock + ice) climb on the front face of The Remarkables high above Queenstown in New Zealand. Months of editing, filming, interviewing local climbers and taking pictures should hopefully give a sense to what climbing on The Remarkables is about! This movie is dedicated to Howie Mcghie, whose love for the mountains, the outdoors shined through his life, so here is to Howie , a humble, generous and enthusiastic mountaineer. This movie would not have been possible without him.
Soar to the top! Appreciate first-hand how these peaks have earned their name when you stand on the spur of The Remarkables, 1538m above Queenstown, New Zealand. During winter you can stand in snow as you take in the stunning views across Lake Wakatipu and the Southern Alps. For more information or to book this experience, visit www.helicopter.co.nz/queenstown
https://www.expedia.com/Queenstown.d180018.Destination-Travel-Guides Queenstown, in New Zealand’s South Island, is the gateway to stunning fiords, glaciers, ski fields and vineyards. This lake-side city provides the pulse that keeps this remote corner of the world energetic and youthful. As the descendants of fierce Polynesian warriors and determined European settlers, the Kiwis have the spirit of adventure running though their veins. Experience the beauty of Lake Wakatipu aboard the TSS Earnslaw. Nicknamed “The Lady of the Lake”, for over 100 years this steamship hasn’t missed a beat, transporting livestock and passengers to and from the High Country. Back in Queenstown, soak up the Aotearoa sunshine on a sandy beach or in Queenstown Gardens. For a bird’s-eye view, ride the Skyline gon...
See why Queenstown, New Zealand is called the "Adventure Capital of the World!" Follow me as I only have 24 hours to experience the most thrill seeking and biggest adrenaline rush moments in life! We start off with a ride up the Skyline Gondola to the Skyline Luge where we'll experience one of the most breathtaking views on the planet! Atop Queenstown you can see the "Remarkables" mountain range from afar with the blue Lake Wakatipu surrounding the panoramic view! After enjoying the most breathtaking views, let's head down to the famous Fergburger and try one of the most popular burgers on this side of the planet! Trust me, this burger is worth standing in line for and is a MUST! After some shopping and ice cream from Mrs. Ferg, we call it a night at the Adventure Queenstown Hostel and g...
Queenstown New Zealand Travel ~ Queenstown NZ Tourism Travel Videos HD, World Travel Guide http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=World1Tube Things to see in Queenstown, New Zealand The spectacular mountain scenery and Lake Wakatipu dominate the view from many parts of town. Most attractions in Queenstown make the most of the view. It is enough reason to spend time in Queenstown if you choose not to do anything else. One of the best views is from the top of Bob's Peak reached by the Skyline Gondola. Breathtaking views of Coronet Peak, The Remarkables mountain range and across Lake Wakatipu to Cecil and Walter Peaks. It's truly magnificent and awe-inspiring! The drive to Glenorchy, 50 minutes north up Lake Wakatipu, is rated as one of the top scenic drives in the world. The ...
Sitting alongside Lake Wakatipu, #Queenstown offers jaw dropping scenery and adventure in equal measures. The towering Remarkables mountains, white water rapids, lakes and canyons have helped this all year round destination become revered as the 'adventure capital of the world'. Queenstown is a compact town that by day, offers views at every turn, and by night a lively atmosphere in the numerous bars and restaurants that are filled with adventurers recounting their day’s activities. Visit our New Zealand websites: http://www.mydestinationauckland.com http://www.mydestinationrotorua.com http://www.mydestinationwellington.com http://www.mydestinationchristchurch.com http://www.mydestinationqueenstown.com
In February 2017, we set off to attempt that "Grand Traverse" of the Remarkables we kept hearing about. You can find more pictures here : https://ofallnationsphotography.smugmug.com/OntheRock/ And here : https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10209440649145661&set;=a.10202333791078651.1073741828.1008198749&type;=3&permPage;=1 And find us on Instagram : @ofallnationsphotography @boxxyyousee More about this climb : https://leeburt.com/2012/04/14/remarkables-grand-traverse/ Geared up thanks to Bivouac Outdoor http://www.bivouac.co.nz http://www.monsroyale.com http://www.earthseasky.co.nz Soundtrack : Chiddy Bang - Opposite of Adults Maxzwell - Oye (check him out https://soundcloud.com/maxzwell/tracks ) The Remarkables - Ski field Queenstown Area New-Zealand/Aotearoa 2017 🇳🇿
Highlights from my 2 week Road Trip Adventure in the South Island of New Zealand with my girlfriend Clara. It was beyond beautiful. I felt like a hobbit driving through the forgotten lands of Asgard. The places we visited: Queenstown Te Anu Milford Sounds Fiordland National Park Rocky Mountain Summit Lake Wanaka Lake Pukaki Mount Cook Hooker Valley The Remarkables Ski Field Music: Son Lux - Easy Xavier Rudd - Follow The Sun The Sam Chase - In A Perfect World Filmed with: Sony A6000 - 16-55mm lens Go Pro Hero 3 - Silver Edition Let's Travel The World - The Awakening In Nepal 2015 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cxc5WwIRKko _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Hey! My name is Vinh Le, and I am a man on an adventure. My...
ITALKI'S EXCLUSIVE BUY ONE GET ONE FREE PROMOTION: http://promos.italki.com/psychotraveller/ After spending a week in the most stunning places New Zealand has to offer; Queenstown here is a list of 15 free, cheap and expensive things to do! 15 Things To Do In Queenstown: Hike The Tiki Trail Ride The Luge Eat a Fergburger Shotover Jet Parasailing Nevis Swing/Bungee Feed the ducks Walk through Queenstown Gardens Drive around Lake Wakatipu Visit Below Zero Ice Bar Play Frisbee Golf Drive up the Remarkables Drive up Mt Coronet Pan for gold Explore the Chinese Settlement in Arrowtown CHECK OUT THE FULL BLOG POST ON THIS: DON'T FORGET TO BECOME A LITTLE PSYCHO: http://goo.gl/GnWOIt Social media is sexy: Facebook: http://goo.gl/K0u8pa Twitter: http://goo.gl/FsbWJR Pinterest: http://goo.gl...
NEW ZEALAND TRAVEL VLOG 2015 | QUEENSTOWN [PART 2] (Click for itinerary) Hope you guys enjoyed watching the vlog as much as I enjoyed my time in New Zealand! It's been a good break and holiday for me and I hope to share as much of that as I can with all of you! I’ll be uploading a new vlog every Sunday for the next couple of weeks so be sure to Subscribe if you haven’t already! x Places featured in this vlog: (Travel Guide) 1) The Remarkables https://www.nzski.com/queenstown/the-mountains/the-remarkables/the-remarkables-weather-report 2) Cookie Time http://www.cookietime.co.nz/ Catch them during their happy hours and you can get 2 cookies for the price of 1! Cookies make great gifts! Music Provided by: Lil Sokz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9tQnHLeHNY&index;=3&list;=LLEApU9JsKl...
Footage of driving the narrow access road down the mountain from the Remarkables Ski Field in Queenstown, New Zealand.
Set to a backdrop of the appropriately named Remarkables mountain range, the bustling town of #Queenstown in New Zealand sits alongside the tranquil waters of Lake Wakatipu. The thrills are at every turn, whether you’re bungy jumping, skydiving, jetboating, paragliding, whitewater rafting, mountain biking or skiing. As the home of the world's first jet boating, bungy jump and river surfing operators, it’s a place continually pushing the boundaries. This is our Top 10 picks of the best things to do during your visit to Queenstown. Visit our New Zealand websites: http://www.mydestinationauckland.com http://www.mydestinationrotorua.com http://www.mydestinationwellington.com http://www.mydestinationchristchurch.com http://www.mydestinationqueenstown.com
https://www.expedia.com/Queenstown.d180018.Destination-Travel-Guides Queenstown, in New Zealand’s South Island, is the gateway to stunning fiords, glaciers, ski fields and vineyards. This lake-side city provides the pulse that keeps this remote corner of the world energetic and youthful. As the descendants of fierce Polynesian warriors and determined European settlers, the Kiwis have the spirit of adventure running though their veins. Experience the beauty of Lake Wakatipu aboard the TSS Earnslaw. Nicknamed “The Lady of the Lake”, for over 100 years this steamship hasn’t missed a beat, transporting livestock and passengers to and from the High Country. Back in Queenstown, soak up the Aotearoa sunshine on a sandy beach or in Queenstown Gardens. For a bird’s-eye view, ride the Skyline gon...
Concrete Playground visits the idyllic South Island resort town for a weekend. View our Guide to Queenstown here: http://playgroundne.ws/1opN409 Buy Timothy Blackman's single 'Wolves' here: http://timothyblackman.bandcamp.com/track/wolves