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- English
The one-hour fixed-wing flight from Queenstown to the Tasman Glacier in Aoraki Mount Cook is certainly spectacular, but the highlight of this trip is the glacier Heli Hike. The experienced guides will take you into a deep part of the glacier via a scenic helicopter flight. The helicopter passes over the deep crevasses of the icefalls and waterfalls to land on the Tasman glacier itself. From there you’ll be fitted with crampons for the two hours on the ice, exploring caves and seeing the natural, ever-changing wonder of the glacier in the South Island of New Zealand.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We pick-up from Queenstown Central accommodation. Pick up starts 50 minutes prior to departure.
Check in at our office 30 minutes prior to departure. We are located in the Remarkables Park Town Centre, near Queenstown Airport, with free all-day parking. Park near the New World supermarket and walk across the carpark entrance to our building on the corner of the main road (Hawthorne Drive).
Itinerary
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1Queenstown
Collections from Queenstown Central Hotels start 50 minutes prior to flight departure. Alternatively, we have free parking at our office in Frankton, where you'll check in.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Check in at our Remarkables Park Town Centre departure lounge, where you will be weighed and receive a safety briefing. Get there nice and early, grab a hot coffee or some snacks in the shopping centre whilst you wait for your flight to depart.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Queenstown Airport (Pass by)
Take off from Queenstown Airport on a 1 hr scenic flight, getting to see the beauty of the surrounding area
Admission ticket free -
Lake Wanaka (Pass by)
Great views of Lake Wanaka, Lake Hawea and Lake Ohau from above
Admission ticket free -
3Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)
Get some stunning views of Mt Cook and the surrounding Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park, including some of the 3,000 glaciers and alpine lakes in the region. You'll land at Mt Cook Airstrip after approximately 1 hour of scenic flying.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Mt. Cook Village
Check in with our guiding partners, gear up with the provided appropriate hiking equipment and receive a safety briefing from your experienced guide.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5Tasman Glacier
Take a 10 to 15 minute heli ride up onto the Tasman Glacier ice. Here you will be left with your experienced guide to strap on your crampons and start hiking. Spend 2 hours exploring the ice features before the helicopter returns to fly you back to base.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6Mt. Cook Village
Arriving back at the guiding base, your pilot will be waiting for you to escort you back to the plane.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)
Enjoy a 1 hr return scenic flight to Queenstown, taking a different flight path for maximum sightseeing on the way back.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Arriving back at the departure lounge, a driver will be waiting to take you back to your accommodation, or you will be able to collect your parked car.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children and weight restrictions apply. Max weight: 150 kg (331 lbs) per traveler.
- Guides provide safety instructions in English only. Travelers must understand English or be accompanied by a translator.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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