The Adventurer: Tasman Glacier Heli-hike
Overview
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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
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What To Expect
You will fly in to your drop off point on a remote part of the glacier. Once your crampons or snowshoes are fitted you’ll go exploring the amazing ice formations, following your guide as they cut steps in the glacier, using skills handed down from NZ’s mountain pioneers. Your trip finishes with another spectacular scenic flight back to our Aoraki/Mt. Cook base.
Options
25-26 option
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
Reviews
89 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing Glacier Experience
Scenic23642714651,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fantastic experience! Flying in on a helicopter over the Tasman Lake was surreal, then trekking around the glacier for a few hours took it to a whole new level. Our guide, Liam, was incredibly knowledgeable, had many great stories about the glacier, and kept us safely navigating the terrain. Truly a once in a lifetime experience and would highly recommend.
Excellent worth it, A highlight !
Sascha S,
Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Spectacular visually stunning, easy walking, great guide informative. Squeezed through some ice tunnels which was fun. Well organised.
This was a premium...
Jignesh H,
Jul 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a premium experience, the guides were incredible (we had Hunter as our guide and both Mark as our pilots) and the scenery was breathtaking. The helicopter ride itself was like a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We loved it
Must try!
Sarah C,
Jun 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00From the offline arrangements up to the actual day, communication between the tour company and myself was great. We had to reschedule our initial booking due to road closure and we were very lucky to have gotten a slot 2 days later :”) Do allow some days of buffering as these activities are very dependent on weather and road conditions. Overall, my husband and I felt very happy to have gone for this experience. The safety briefing was really necessary, our instructor Anna was very knowledgeable as we asked a lot of questions about the glaciers and she patiently answers them. She ensured that the group is safe throughout the entire heli hike experience. Lots of time to take photo and it was really cool to go through the ice caves. Do note that these Cave’s sizes varies from time to time, sometimes it’s small and sometimes it’s big! We are really thankful!
Must do
DXB Maple,
Apr 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the highlight of my tour of NZ. We went as a family with our two children - age 14 and 12. We all loved it although the trip got cut short due to clouds moving in (nobody’s fault at all). We loved the time we got to spend on the glacier. The helicopter ride was the first for us. Anna was amazing with our kids and their never-ending questions. She also explained everything very well and told really interesting and informative stories. We even saw an avalanche that was over 2km away. If you think it’s expensive, it is but it’s sooooo worth it!
Booking error
mareas2025,
Mar 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00I am unable to review this experience as there was a mistake made when the trip was rebooked after cancellation due to bad weather. When we arrived on a perfect morning the booking didn’t exist. It had been mistakingly booked for the following week. A promised email had not been sent so I was unaware of the mistake until the time of the trip. As a result we were unable to fit in a flight before we needed to depart Mt. Cook. While we appreciate flights have to be cancelled the mistake in booking really upset our plans. It was the main reason we stayed at Mt Cook, not a cheap exercise
Amazing experience
269carolv,
Mar 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow, what a great experience. They started with a thorough briefing and we felt safe with the team. The helicopter flight was about 8 minutes each way and was a cool experience (my first). Hiking on the glacier was amazing and our guide Paul was great. Definitely a bucket list experience for us.
Unforgettable Experience
danielaL7242OI,
Mar 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an unforgettable experience this was!! Certainly a highlight of our trip. Special shoutout to our guide Liam, who was super informative and nice!
Fun glacier walk
David W,
Feb 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun experience hiking on the glacier. Short, 10 minute, helicopter ride up to the landing site. We had two hours on the ice with a very knowledgeable guide. It was not strenuous at all and they took very good care of us. I would highly recommend this trip if you are looking for a glacier experience.
Top notch excursion
Marco F,
Jan 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The 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.
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