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Mt Cook Glacier Guiding
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Discover New Zealand's big mountain country & largest glacier at Mt Cook National Park - enjoy heli-hiking, snowshoeing or ice climbing adventures on the mighty Tasman Glacier with professional guides. We provide the highest level of safety. All of our guides are certified to guide you on the glacier through the internationally recognised New Zealand Mountain Guides Association.
Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu), New Zealand
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Heli-Hiking
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Rob M
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I did the Tasman Glacier Heli Hike through Inflite who partner with Mt Cook Glacier Guiding to offer this experience.
Starting at Mt Cook airport, all gear is provided (literally from boots to hat!) and a short heli ride takes you over the Tasman glacier terminal lake (icebergs 😍) and drops you on the glacier, where you are met by an experienced guide (@_camboyle was an absolute legend!).
You then get to enjoy a couple of hours of guided exploring on the glacier, walking through tunnels and exploring (slightly terrifying) moulins- holes in the glacier formed by flowing water.
It is like being on another planet!
After exploring the glacier, another quick hell ride back to Mt Cook airport via the gorgeous Hochstetter Glacier is the icing on the cake.
Such a cool and unique trip! Highly recommended.
Starting at Mt Cook airport, all gear is provided (literally from boots to hat!) and a short heli ride takes you over the Tasman glacier terminal lake (icebergs 😍) and drops you on the glacier, where you are met by an experienced guide (@_camboyle was an absolute legend!).
You then get to enjoy a couple of hours of guided exploring on the glacier, walking through tunnels and exploring (slightly terrifying) moulins- holes in the glacier formed by flowing water.
It is like being on another planet!
After exploring the glacier, another quick hell ride back to Mt Cook airport via the gorgeous Hochstetter Glacier is the icing on the cake.
Such a cool and unique trip! Highly recommended.
Written 29 October 2023
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sulaymannnn
Wellington, New Zealand3 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
Richard our glacier guide is super friendly and professional. i have done the hike before in iceland and alaska, but it's my first time in nz, he made my experience super memorable, would definitely recommend to all. thank you richard!
Written 16 July 2023
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Nicholas L
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This was awesome. Ryan, our guide, could not have been more genuinely excited during our trip as we navigated to find a recently discovered ice cave, which was truly incredible. Upon hopping off the helicopter, Ryan helped the group gear up with crampons and then we hiked around the glacier, stopped for a couple pictures along the way, and found the incredible cave. We were so far into the cave that the only color you could see was blue. While pricey, this was the highlight of our 5 days in New Zealand. Highly recommend.
Depending on your itinerary, book this early in your trip so that you can come back another day. Our trip was in the morning and we were fortunate to be able to fly, but folks in the afternoon were not so lucky and had their flights cancelled.
Depending on your itinerary, book this early in your trip so that you can come back another day. Our trip was in the morning and we were fortunate to be able to fly, but folks in the afternoon were not so lucky and had their flights cancelled.
Written 19 June 2023
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robaynsley
Perth, Australia68 contributions
We had an amazing time and it was well worth the money! The check-in and briefing, including getting kitted out was far from efficient but it was well worth the wait once we boarded the helicopter. As soon as we hit the ice we lots of fun and Richard was an excellent guide. The way he accommodated all fitness levels and kept it interesting for all was truly impressive. Would highly recommend.
Written 3 June 2023
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Nelle785
Sydney, Australia13 contributions
Apr 2023
This is a fabulous experience, highly recommend. Very professional and safe, Rich the guide was wonderful and really made it a once in a lifetime opportunity. It's not cheap but well worth it.
Written 17 April 2023
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Emne
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Mar 2023 • Friends
We had a splendid time on this tour. Rich was an amazing and knowledgeable guide who went above and beyond for us.
Written 31 March 2023
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Katherine Bishop
5 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
We went on the wiggly tour with the SUPERB Richi. From start to finish this tour exceeded our expectations. From the smooth check in and briefing, the high quality equipment provided to spending 3 plus hours exploring the glacier, ice caves and crevices, taking in the incredible views of Aoraki and surrounding area, to the ski plane rides there and back, this really was a once in a lifetime experiance we will never forget.
The whole experience was made exceptional by our guide Richi whose knowledge, expertise, passion and excitement shone through in everything he did. He was commitmeted to ensuring we had an amazing experiance - and we did!
100% would reccomend this trip - we have been tracking through New Zealand for 6 months and it is the best thing we have done!
The whole experience was made exceptional by our guide Richi whose knowledge, expertise, passion and excitement shone through in everything he did. He was commitmeted to ensuring we had an amazing experiance - and we did!
100% would reccomend this trip - we have been tracking through New Zealand for 6 months and it is the best thing we have done!
Written 25 March 2023
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Paulaa
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Mar 2023 • Couples
4 years ago I did the glacier heli hike at Franz Josef, today I did the heli hike at the Tasman glacier!
It’s nice to see a different glacier and also the largest of New Zealand!
As well the guiding was really nice, friendly and especially: personal.
The guide took the time for everyone who needed and gave you enough time to let you make pictures. Also the guide took pictures and share them on onedrive, for free!
He took us to a small cave, for who dares, it was a really cool and great experience! Normaly he wouldn't do this, but there was time legt because of the small group.
At least, we stayed half an hour longer as a gift. No one else had plans for the rest of the day.
I absolutely recommend to do the heli hike at Mt Cook glacier guiding!
It’s nice to see a different glacier and also the largest of New Zealand!
As well the guiding was really nice, friendly and especially: personal.
The guide took the time for everyone who needed and gave you enough time to let you make pictures. Also the guide took pictures and share them on onedrive, for free!
He took us to a small cave, for who dares, it was a really cool and great experience! Normaly he wouldn't do this, but there was time legt because of the small group.
At least, we stayed half an hour longer as a gift. No one else had plans for the rest of the day.
I absolutely recommend to do the heli hike at Mt Cook glacier guiding!
Written 24 March 2023
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Angela C
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Mar 2023 • Couples
This tour was amazing!! The helicopter ride to and from the glacier had beautiful views. Mark is an excellent pilot. Once on the glacier, our guide Richard showed us so many cool things on the glacier. We were lucky to get to walk into caves and see blue ice up close.
Written 10 March 2023
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jmcscornish
Lexington, SC38 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
We took the helicopter ride from the Mt Cook heliport to the glacier. We hiked the glacier and entered ice caves. The flight scenery and the hike was amazing. They provided all the necessary equipment. Our guide Sky was super. He was strict but made the hike and the glacier experience safe and exciting. He also made the pick up by the helicopter spectacular. The pilot was skilled and really gave us great flights. Well worth the money for an experience of a lifetime.
Written 5 March 2023
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Hi, I would like to know the details of your trek to your Mt.Cook trip. I will travel until 27 Feb 63 and would like to buy a trek trip on 29 Feb - 2 March. 63
