Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Tour from Queenstown
Overview
The one-hour fixed-wing flight from Queenstown to the Tasman Glacier in Aoraki Mount Cook is certainly spectacular, but the highlight of this trip is the glacier Heli Hike. The experienced guides will take you into a deep part of the glacier via a scenic helicopter flight. The helicopter passes over the deep crevasses of the icefalls and waterfalls to land on the Tasman glacier itself. From there you’ll be fitted with crampons for the two hours on the ice, exploring caves and seeing the natural, ever-changing wonder of the glacier in the South Island of New Zealand.
What's Included
- Scenic helicopter flight to Tasman Glacier landing site
- Scenic round-trip fixed-wing flight between Queenstown & Mt Cook
- Transfers between central Queenstown accommodations and departure terminal
- Hiking boots, crampons, and all glacier safety equipment
- Guaranteed window seat on the plane
- Guided glacier hike (approx. 2 hours)
- Professional mountaineering guide
- Lunch (please bring your own food/snacks as time is limited in Mt Cook)
Meeting and Pickup
We pick-up from Queenstown Central accommodation. Pick up starts 50 minutes prior to departure.
Building 8 Suite 1B/12 Hawthorne Drive
Frankton, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Queenstown
50 minutes Admission Ticket Free
True South Flights
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Queenstown Airport (pass by)
Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Mt. Cook Village
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Tasman Glacier
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Mt. Cook Village
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
True South Flights (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Tour from Queenstown?
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Activity code: C-171544P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour 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.
- Scenic helicopter flight to Tasman Glacier landing site.
- Scenic round-trip fixed-wing flight between Queenstown & Mt Cook.
- Transfers between central Queenstown accommodations and departure terminal.
- Hiking boots, crampons, and all glacier safety equipment.
- Guaranteed window seat on the plane.
- Guided glacier hike (approx. 2 hours).
- Professional mountaineering guide.
- Lunch (please bring your own food/snacks as time is limited in Mt Cook).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 10. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Tour from Queenstown is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Tour from Queenstown will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Scenic helicopter flight to Tasman Glacier landing site
- Scenic round-trip fixed-wing flight between Queenstown & Mt Cook
- Transfers between central Queenstown accommodations and departure terminal
- Hiking boots, crampons, and all glacier safety equipment
- Guaranteed window seat on the plane
- Guided glacier hike (approx. 2 hours)
- Professional mountaineering guide
- Lunch (please bring your own food/snacks as time is limited in Mt Cook)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
