The Adventurer: Tasman Glacier Heli-hike

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

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Combining two scenic flights this is a low fitness Tasman Glacier exploration for up to 2 hours ice time at approximately 1300 metres. Following your knowledgeable, professional, NZMGA trained Guide you will learn about and be in awe of New Zealand's big mountain country. This is Mother Nature at her finest and you will leave understanding why this area forms a part of the UNESCO Te Wāhipounamu - South West New Zealand World Heritage Area.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Please bring

3-4 layers of warm upper body clothing

Warm trousers (no jeans)

Sunglasses and sun protection

Hat and gloves

Drink and snacks

Subject to favourable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund

We are unable to delay the departure time of our experiences due to strict helicopter scheduling. If you miss your confirmed departure time and we are unable to resell the space created, you will be charged for 100% of the cost

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Harness (if required)

Quality leather boots and woolen socks

Two scenic flights

Crampons (and/or snow shoes in winter)

Professional guide

Water proof jacket and over-trousers

Adjustable walking poles

Options

8:45am

Combine the excitement of walking on New Zealands biggest glacier with the thrill of breathtaking scenic helicopter fly-bys of New Zealands largest mountain, Aoraki/Mt Cook. You fly in to your drop

10:45am

Combine the excitement of walking on New Zealands biggest glacier with the thrill of breathtaking scenic helicopter fly-bys of New Zealands largest mountain, Aoraki/Mt Cook. You fly in to your drop

Reviews

4.89

85 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Top notch excursion
Marco F,
Jan 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The best glacier excursion ever. Walked/crawled through glacier caves/wholes. Drank glacier water. Made slushie with glacier ice. Learned tons. Hunter was an awesome guide. The heli ride was amazing. On the way back we made a close fly by a glacier on a mountain’s face. Highly recommended.
Beautiful experience
Caroline S,
Dec 7, 2024
- Viator
5.00
We had a great experience both with the helicopter ride and the glacier hike. The staff and guide were competent and the views were stunning.
Fantastic adventure on tasman glacier
Timothy C,
Nov 27, 2024
- Viator
5.00
This experience was everything promised in the description-- a 2-hour experience out on tasman glacier beneath majestic Mount Cook, even Including a descent ten feet down into a blue white hole with the water surging underneath. with the help of Jimmy, our expert guide. He was not only quite informative but also extremely generous and patient In helping each of us make the most of all the different kinds of experience out on the glacier.
Great experience！！
Fukuko S,
Oct 20, 2024
- Viator
5.00
It was a great experience and the guide was very friendly.The jackets and shoes were perfect. If you go to Mount Cook this is a must do experience.
We were lucky to sit in...
TingYu L,
Oct 19, 2024
- Viator
5.00
We were lucky to sit in the front with the pilot. The view was pretty amazing from th helicopter. Also the hiking experience was very interesting and the guide introduced many stuffs and really cared team members’ safety. Overall, highly recommended!