Mount Cook: 3-Hour Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike





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Duration
3 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
En, Guide, Service Guide
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Pacific/Auckland
Why Travelers Love This
Overview
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
Walking Poles
Crampons and quality Walking Boots
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
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.
Pickup details
Itinerary
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Snow landing with the mighty Aoraki/Mount Cook before you.
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Aerial views of the Tasman Glacier Lake and the stunning Tasman Glacier itself before landing on the Tasman Glacier for your guided hike.
Additional Info
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Other
Minimum age is 10 years years
Other
Please note: A guided walk among ice caves is usually part of the tour but all tour activities are dependent on the weather
Other
Moderate level of fitness is required
Other
The maximum allowable weight for a person on a rear helicopter seat is 150kg.
Other
It is recommended that you wear sturdy footwear and bring warm layers due to cold temperatures
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not met.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
4.7
38 reviews
Collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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