Fly, Land, and Trek on New Zealand’s Longest Glacier
Experience one of New Zealand’s most extraordinary adventures with a heli-hiking tour on the Tasman Glacier in Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park. Your journey begins with a scenic helicopter flight high above the Southern Alps, offering jaw-dropping views of glacial valleys and snow-draped peaks. As you land on the glacier, the landscape transforms into a frozen world of sparkling crevasses, icy caves, and meltwater pools.
This unforgettable glacier hike is accessible to all levels of fitness and guided by experienced professionals. It’s the same spectacular terrain explored on Ski the Tasman during winter months, where skiers carve down pristine snowfields under the shadow of New Zealand’s tallest mountain.
Adventure Options Beyond the Glacier
For a deeper connection with Aoraki/Mount Cook’s dramatic landscapes, many travellers extend their trip by cycling a section of the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail. This epic ride begins near Aoraki and journeys all the way to Oamaru on the Pacific Coast, blending alpine views, turquoise lakes, and charming rural towns.
If you're after more aerial adventure, scenic flights and glacier landings are available year-round. Combine your heli hike with a visit to the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre or stay overnight in the heart of the national park for sunrise views that light up the Southern Alps in shades of gold and rose.