Tasman Glacier Hike: Explore Aoraki's Ice Formations

Embark on a Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike: Scenic flight, guided hike, and epic ice formations in Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park. Experience New Zealand’s longest glacier.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu) - Snow landing with the mighty Aoraki/Mount Cook before you.
  • Tasman Glacier - Aerial views of the Tasman Glacier Lake and the stunning Tasman Glacier itself before landing on the Tasman Glacier for your guided hike.
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
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

The Tasman Glacier, located in Aotearoa New Zealand, is the country’s longest glacier, stretching 27km in length and up to 4km in width in certain areas. Exploring the dynamic ice formations that have shaped this stunning landscape in Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
The adventure begins with a breathtaking…

Location
Mount Cook Airport
Mount Cook Road
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.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Catherinekx4551ma
Mar 31, 2026
Great trip - It was great! They managed easily my autistic son and we had a nice walk on the glacier. It is not physically hard and was approximately 2 miles over 1.5 hours as there was lots of stopping to talk about the glacier and to walk through ice tunnels. We had to switch one person with another due to illness and it was no problem at all. Would definitely do this again
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Global28337103465
Mar 30, 2026
Very worthwhile and guided by friendly humor to ensure everyone is safe to complete the event - The staff are very serious and friendly, our guide Oreal is responsible, takes us everywhere looking for interesting points, also tells us about geography
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Catherine_w
Mar 20, 2026
A must do - Once in a lifetime chance to walk on a glacier! Everyone associated with our tour was professional. Tim our pilot and Connor our guide made us feel safe . A must do!”
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Michael_p
Mar 17, 2026
Heli Hiking to Heaven! - This was amazing! First time in a helicopter and the ride was awesome! Great hike i. The glacier with a great guide,Marie or Marion.. i am bad with names. Pilot was great especially on way dow giving us close up of Mount Cook Peak. Just wow
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885janicek
Mar 16, 2026
Enjoyable heli hike with Helicopter Line and Alpine Tours - Very enjoyable experience. I give my highest commendation to our guide,Scot, who works for Alpine Tours. Very professional and considerate, detailed minded too. Feels safe to go with him. Humourous too. I highly recommend taking the helicopter hike. Not dangerous but you need to follow the instructions of the guides and you do not need to put on too much warm clothing, just maybe 3C lower than ground temperature. Helicopter Line has all the professional gear for you (backpack, thick socks, boots, walking pole, jacket, crampons, etc.). Must bring along your camera for photos and videos. Most important is to have good weather. Enjoy!
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Don_b
Mar 11, 2026
Fantastic trip - Walking on the Tasman glacier was an incredible experience. The Helicopter Line staff were all great. Our guide Matt was professional and ensured our safety and made the 2 hour hike fantastic. The Helicopter flight was great
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Soniah926
Mar 3, 2026
Fantastic, fabulous, incredible experience - Extremely well organised, friendly staff and competent clear instructions, good equipment and Tom was fabulous as a guide. The helicopter pilot was really good too, I would book it again in the future with family and friends and highly recommend to anyone else, an experience of a lifetime!
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Eriny461
Feb 28, 2026
Great experience - Thank you Jasper for such an incredible experience. The glacier hike was unreal and you made it so fun and easy to enjoy. Really appreciated how you explained everything and made sure everyone felt comfortable. Something I’ll never forget
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Voyage14616575292
Feb 24, 2026
Great experience - An unforgettable experience: taking a helicopter across the glacier and using crampons to climb the ice. Conor, the guide, was incredibly professional and could talk endlessly about the stories of the glacier for a whole week. Throughout the journey, he constantly took good care of us. Highly recommended!
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Laura_e
Jan 28, 2026
Wonderful adventure with our guide Connor Bensen - Hiking on the glacier was a one-in-a- lifetime experience. Connor Bensen was our guide and he was great - very communicative, considerate, and accommodating. He knew so much about the glaciers. It takes concentration as you walk on the glacier as it is not flat, but Connor made it very doable.
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From $570
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).