Mount Cook: 3-Hour Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike

4.5
(22 reviews)

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

The Tasman Glacier is Aotearoa New Zealand's longest glacier measuring at 27km long and as wide as 4km in places, so this is an experience of a lifetime to explore the ever changing ice formations that carved this wonderful landscape in the Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park.
Your journey will begin with a scenic helicopter flight to the Tasman Glacier, landing 1200m above sea level. A two hour hike with professional and experienced guides amongst epic glacial ice formations, gentle undulating terrain below the highest peaks of the Southern Alps. The snow-clad giants tower above vast icefalls that flow down the mountain sides. On the return flight, pass the Hochstetter Icefall as your adventure nears its end.

What's Included

Glacier Landing
2 hour Guided Hike on Tasman Glacier
Informative pilot commentary
Crampons and quality Walking Boots
Walking Poles
Waterproof Jackets & Trousers (if required)
Return Scenic Helicopter Flights
Woolen socks
We recommend bringing a small backpack with snacks and drinks for the trip.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Check in is 15 minutes before your chosen departure time. Please meet us at the Mount Cook Airport and head up the stairs where you will get checked in for your trip.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Snow landing with the mighty Aoraki/Mount Cook before you.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    Aerial views of the Tasman Glacier Lake and the stunning Tasman Glacier itself before landing on the Tasman Glacier for your guided hike.

    2 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 10 years years
  • Please note: A guided walk among ice caves is usually part of the tour but all tour activities are dependent on the weather
  • Moderate level of fitness is required
  • The maximum allowable weight for a person on a rear helicopter seat is 150kg.
Supplied by Totally Tourism - The Helicopter Line

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Cancellation Policy

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

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