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Mount Cook: 3-Hour Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike
About This Tour
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.
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
✓ 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
✗ Not Included
Itinerary
1
Snow landing with the mighty Aoraki/Mount Cook before you.
2
Aerial views of the Tasman Glacier Lake and the stunning Tasman Glacier itself before landing on the Tasman Glacier for your guided hike.
Good to Know
- 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.
- It is recommended that you wear sturdy footwear and bring warm layers due to cold temperatures