Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Tour from Queenstown

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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: 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

Scenic helicopter flight to Tasman Glacier landing site
Scenic round-trip fixed-wing flight between Queenstown & Mt Cook
Transfers between central Queenstown accommodations and departure terminal
Hiking boots, crampons, and all glacier safety equipment
Professional mountaineering guide
Guided glacier hike (approx. 2 hours)
Lunch (please bring your own food/snacks as time is limited in Mt Cook)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick-up from Queenstown Central accommodation. Pick up starts 50 minutes prior to departure.

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Meeting point

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).

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
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    The experienced guides will take you into a deep part of the glacier via a scenic helicopter flight. Two hours on the ice, exploring caves and seeing the natural, ever-changing wonder of the glacier in the South Island of New Zealand

    2 hours • Admission ticket included

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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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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