62 People Missing on New Zealand’s Mt Cook

The recent tragedy on Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, where mountain guide Thomas Vialletet and his American client died in a fall, has drawn attention to the dangers of New Zealand’s highest peak. Aoraki, standing at 3724 meters, is known for its treacherous terrain and has claimed 241 lives, with 62 individuals still missing. This iconic mountain attracts both adventurers seeking to conquer its summit and tourists wishing to appreciate its stunning beauty. Its challenging faces have earned it the title of New Zealand’s deadliest peak.

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