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Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Tour from Queenstown

Location Queenstown, South Island, New Zealand
Location South Island, New Zealand
$1245.27
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Overview

The Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Tour from Queenstown offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of one of New Zealand's most stunning glaciers. This six-hour adventure combines breathtaking helicopter views with an exhilarating hike on the glacier itself.

  • ✈️ Scenic helicopter flight over breathtaking icefalls and deep crevasses before landing on the Tasman Glacier.
  • 🧗‍♂️ Spend two hours on the glacier, fitted with crampons, exploring caves and the glacier's natural wonders.
  • 🌄 One-hour flight provides stunning aerial views of the South Island landscape, enhancing the overall experience.
  • 🛡️ All necessary safety equipment is provided, ensuring a secure and enjoyable adventure on the ice.
  • 🍴 Lunch is not included, so guests should bring their own food or snacks due to limited time in Mt Cook.
  • 🚐 Transfers are included between central Queenstown accommodations and the departure terminal for convenience.
  • 🌍 Professional mountaineering guides lead the hike, sharing their expertise and ensuring a safe experience.
  • 🚌 Public transportation options are conveniently available nearby for easy access to the tour starting point.
  • ⚖️ Maximum weight limit of 150 kg (331 lbs) per traveler applies, ensuring safety and comfort for all participants.

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Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Tour from Queenstown
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 7 hours

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

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).
Return details
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).

  • Queenstown
    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.
  • 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.
  • Take off from Queenstown Airport on a 1 hr scenic flight, getting to see the beauty of the surrounding area (pass by)
  • Great views of Lake Wanaka, Lake Hawea and Lake Ohau from above (pass by)
  • Aoraki 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.
  • Mt. 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.
  • Tasman 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.
  • Mt. Cook Village
    Arriving back at the guiding base, your pilot will be waiting for you to escort you back to the plane.
  • Aoraki 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.
  • 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. (pass by)

  • 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.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • 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.
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    Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Tour from Queenstown

    Location Queenstown, South Island, New Zealand
    Location South Island, New Zealand
    $1245.27
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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