In the Hall of the Mountain King Salmon
Mt. Cook Alpine Salmon is the highest-altitude salmon farm in the world, redefining what freshwater aquaculture can be. Located high in New Zealand’s Southern Alps, Mt. Cook raises freshwater king salmon in fast-flowing, hydroelectric canals fed by the alpine snowmelt. Free from antibiotics, hormones, and GMOs, Mt. Cook’s low-density, high-flow environment mimics a wild river system, allowing salmon to swim the equivalent of a marathon each day, upstream. This is king salmon without compromise. Clean, sustainable, and as pure as the water they’re raised in.
Freshwater Canals, Inspired Innovation
Mt. Cook is set apart by their glacial-fed hydroelectric canal system. A completely unique, man-made waterway originally designed for renewable energy, now repurposed to support sustainable aquaculture. Because of the altitude and snowmelt, the canals maintain constant, fast-moving flow, creating ideal conditions for salmon to thrive. Water stays cold year-round, naturally oxygenated and free from the pollutants often found in traditional aquaculture environments. One of a kind, and one of the cleanest and most innovative freshwater farming systems on Earth.
Stewards Crafting Nature’s Finest
Behind Mt. Cook Alpine Salmon is a team of New Zealanders committed to innovation, transparency, and stewardship. Many of the farmers here come from backgrounds in marine science or freshwater conservation, looking to build the opposite of commodity, industrial fish farm. Together, they’ve built a system that blends technical precision with deep respect for nature. Every salmon is hand-fed, every process optimized for fish welfare, flavor, nutrition, and environmental care.
from Mt. Cook
Alpine Salmon
Mt. Cook raises Oncorhynchus tshawytscha, also known as king salmon or Chinook, the most prized species of salmon for its rich texture, marbled fat and high omega-3 content.
All hail the mountain king salmon—royally perfect, raw or roasted
Lab Tested to Ensure It Meets the Seatopia Standard
The salmon at Mt. Cook are nourished with a premium, hand-fed diet tailored to support both fish health and clean flavor. Their feed is free from GMOs, hormones, and antibiotics, and is composed of sustainably sourced marine proteins, poultry oil, essential plant-based nutrients like fava beans, and naturally derived astaxanthin: the antioxidant that gives king salmon their deep coral hue. This balanced diet supports robust health, a high omega-3 profile, and excellent taste while being species appropriate and environmentally conscious. With full traceability and thoughtful formulation, Mt. Cook’s feed philosophy is an extension of their commitment to purity, sustainability, and responsible farming.
Mt Cook Alpine Salmon Recipes
Broiled Miso Salmon Bowl
This ritualistic recipe celebrates the art of a 48-hour marinade, blending saké, miso, and coconut sugar to create a deeply flavorful glaze. We'll guide you through every step—from preparing the marinade to broiling the salmon to perfection and plating it with sushi rice, purple broccolini, pickled onions, and creamy avocado.
Spirulina-Infused Crudo
Prepare Steelhead Crudo with green spirulina emulsion. Seatopia’s sushi-grade seafood delivers abundant Omega-3s to support heart and brain health.
Salmon Poke Bowl
Join us in this new recipe where we dive into the traditional flavors of Hawaii with a classic Salmon Poke, made with New Zealand King Salmon from Seatopia. This step-by-step guide walks you through preparing a flavorful poke, marrying the rich taste of sushi-grade salmon, loaded with omega-3s, with the freshness of pickled ginger and garlic, known for their digestive and immune-supporting properties. Perfectly paired with organic sushi rice and creamy avocado, this dish is a true celebration of Hawaiian cuisine and wholesome nourishment.