Tasman Glacier (Haupapa) Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit the Tasman Glacier in 2026?

While it’s free to visit Aoraki/Mt. Cook National Park, including the Tasman Glacier, you might opt to join a tour for ease. Day trips to the national park, including the Tasman Glacier and Lake Tekapo, start at US$88, while helicopter flights start at US$206 per person.

Q: Where is the Tasman Glacier (Haupapa) located, and how do I get there?

The Tasman Glacier is located east of Mount Cook and north of Tasman Lake in the Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park on New Zealand’s South Island. The nearest town is Mount Cook Village, about an 11-minute drive from the Tasman Glacier car park, the trailhead of Tasman Glacier View Track.

Q: What types of tours are available for the Tasman Glacier?

New Zealand’s longest glacier is a magnet for adventurous travelers. As well as hiking around the glacier, you can soar overhead on a helicopter and go heli-hiking or ice caving along the glacier. Another highlight is a boat cruise on the Tasman Glacier Lake to see the icebergs up close.

Q: Can you walk or hike to the Tasman Glacier on your own?

Yes. One of the most popular ways to admire the Tasman Glacier is to hike the Tasman Glacier View Track, a scenic 30-minute there-and-back route to a viewpoint over the glacier. From the top, you can see the Tasman Glacier, the icebergs of Tasman Lake, and the Blue Lakes.

Q: What is the best time of year to visit the Tasman Glacier?

The Tasman Glacier is accessible year-round, but the best conditions are usually from late spring to early fall (October–April). Summer is a popular time to hike, and you can swim at the Blue Lakes along the Tasman Glacier View Track. Most Tasman Lake boat cruises run from September to May.

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Mount Cook and The Glaciers 55-Minute Helicopter Flight

Hover above the Southern Alps on a spectacular helicopter ride that lets you see places you couldn’t otherwise access without expert mountaineering skills. Glide over Aoraki Mt. Cook, New Zealand’s highest mountain, and down the Tasman Glacier, then over to the West Coast for a glimpse of the famous Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier. Learn more about the mountains via helpful commentary from your pilot.

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Tekapo Shuttle: Lake Tekapo to Mt Cook National Park

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Gain up-close access to the remote alpine landscapes of the South Island on a premier helicopter flight. This 40-minute aerial tour from Aoraki/Mt. Cook Village soars above the Southern Alps and makes a snow landing atop Tasman Glacier, where you’ll enjoy prime views of Aoraki/Mt. Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak. Back in the air, fly through the Burnett Mountains and marvel at the expansive Mackenzie Basin below.

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Witness the majesty of the Southern Alps from both the ground and the air on this full-day, small-group combination bus, helicopter, and ski plane tour. Most travelers miss the opportunity to see the area from so many different vantage points. Heading out from Queenstown, see the azure waters of Lake Dunstan and Lake Pukaki before spotting Mount Cook’s (Aoraki’s) snow-capped peaks cresting the horizon. Then, hop aboard your aircraft for a flight through the mountains, including a landing at Tasman Glacier.

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Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Tour from Queenstown

When soaring in a fixed-wing plane from Queenstown to Franz Josef or Tasman Glacier, you may think the one-hour scenic flight is the highlight of this tour. But the best is yet to come. Switch to a helicopter and fly up to a landing point high on the glacier, where you’ll embark on a hike on the snow and ice. Wearing crampons, you’ll explore caves and see remarkable landscapes inaccessible any other way.

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30 minute Tasman Experience - scenic helicopter flight

Get the cameras ready for one of the best glacier experiences in New Zealand. Climb up the Franz Josef Glacier, crossing the main divide at Centennial Hut to land on New Zealand’s longest glacier, the Tasman Glacier. Take in breath-taking views of Mount Tasman and Aoraki Mount Cook, rich with uninterrupted scenery you have to see to believe. Then hop back onboard, cross back over Climber Col Pass and enjoy the spectacular views of Franz Josef Glacier before arriving back at Franz Josef Heliport.

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Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch with Lunch

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Mt Cook Private Day Trip from Queenstown Discover the very best of New Zealand with Ultimate New Zealand Tours on a fully personalized private journey. Visit the iconic turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki, explore a scenic lavender farm, and experience the grandeur of Aoraki/Mount Cook, New Zealand’s tallest peak and a place of deep Māori significance. See the mighty Tasman Glacier, unique alpine flora and fauna, and learn about the region’s rich mountaineering history. Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and adventurers alike.

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45-Minute Glacier Highlights Ski Plane Tour from Mount Cook

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What are people saying about Tasman Glacier (Haupapa)

Mount Cook: 3-Hour Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike

Don_B, Mar 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

Mount Cook: 3-Hour Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike

Michael_P, Mar 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

Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Tour from Queenstown

Matthew_D, Jul 2025

Unreal experience , a must do activity !

Unreal experience , the view and the hike was amazing. The tour guide ( Kerry or terry ) i think his name was very friendly and helpful towards our group.

Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Tour from Queenstown

Rayan_C, Feb 2025

We had an unreal...

We had an unreal experience & this truly was a top 3 moment of our lives. Thanks to Andrew, our pilot from TrueSouth who gave us a smooth experience even with some bad winds. Scott was a great guide who showed us around the glacier. His energy made the whole experience pass by so fast as we explored the glacier. This is something we would do again & recommend to anyone! It's not cheap but it is 100% worth it.

Mount Cook: 3-Hour Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike

Laura_e, Jan 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.

Mount Cook: 3-Hour Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike

Leslie_C, Dec 2025

Amazing little excursion. Very weather dependent.

Such an amazing experience to see the glacier and hike on it. The hiking guide was friendly and informative. Boots and crampons were provided. Tip to bring waterproof gloves if sprinkling. Our trip was one of the rare ones that week since weather conditions caused many cancellations. Our trip was shortened 30 min due to incoming bad weather. But I appreciated the extra safety precaution. Set your expectations that Mother Nature may affect your plans!

Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Tour from Queenstown

Laurie_M, Oct 2024

Breathtaking and unforgettable

This was an unforgettable experience for the entire family. The plane flight to the helicopter was smooth, beautiful and great with the added points of interest pointed out by Luke our pilot. We were unable to do the glacier hike portion due to incoming weather so instead, Simon our pilot, landed flawlessly mid point of the mountain. What pristine terrain and unforgettable scenery! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for an incredible adventure.

Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Tour from Queenstown

Phil_K, Oct 2024

An amazing experience

A fabulous experience flying over to Mt Cook and back and trekking the glacier - beautiful weather, crawling and sliding through glaciers and learning about the area from the air and ice was a truly memorable day. To top it off, our pilot, Luke, was very knowledgable, and looked after us for the whole trip. Our trekking guide, Ange, made our trek such a safe and great adventure that time went way too fast! Highly recommend!