Glentanner High Country Heli Hike
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South Island, New Zealand
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Flight time: 8 minutes
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Experience the South Island’s mountain-filled vistas from both the ground and the sky on this half-day small-group tour. Board a helicopter and soar over the Southern Alps, taking in the dramatic mountainous scenery before heading for a hike through the Glentanner High Country, learning about the ancient glaciers that carved the region’s landscapes.
- A great vantage point to snap photos of the Southern Alps
- A chance to explore a restored historic field station
- Small-group tour: Lots of chances to ask your guide questions
- All gear such as hiking poles is provided—just bring yourself
What's Included
- Hiking Poles Provided
- SnacksHome-Baked snacks are provided at the Historic Field Station stop.
- Coffee and/or TeaHot tea, coffee, and hot chocolate are provided at the Historic Field Station stop.
- Sunscreen
- Insect Repellent
- Proper Hiking Footwear
- Proper Clothing (depending on weather conditions)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 3388 Mount Cook Road, Glentanner 7999, New Zealand
Guests will check in at the Glentanner Holiday Park reception desk 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu) (Pass By)
Lake Pukaki (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Total weight per passenger: 265 lbs
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Most healthy people with "street" level fitness should enjoy this activity.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 53 reviews
Michael_T, Jan 2025
Our Glentanner Heli Hike experience was nothing short of spectacular, starting with an incredible helicopter ride over Lake Pukaki's brilliant turquoise waters. As we started our trek, we were treated to an absolutely perfect, cloudless view of Mount Cook towering against the bright blue sky – a sight our guide Brian mentioned was particularly special that day. Brian's deep knowledge of the region shone throughout our 4-hour trek; he shared fascinating insights about the alpine flora and the geological forces that shaped these magnificent peaks, making the whole experience even more meaningful. The hike itself led us through alpine meadows and was easily managed, and while it is an expensive activity, the combination of the helicopter thrill, Brian's expert guidance, and those unbeatable views of New Zealand's highest peak made it worth every penny. We loved getting to explore the historic field station and even enjoyed some snacks and a short break to fully take in the moment. It was a remarkable day that gave us access to parts of the region we never could have experienced otherwise.
Maura_B, Dec 2024
We had a wonderful time on the heli-hike. The beautiful views were a combination of snow-capped mountains and bright blue lake. Glentanner is in a perfect location with views that you won't find anywhere else. The guide, Brian, gave us a wealth of information about the area including the history, plants and animals. He is very personable and takes care of all the logistics for you so you can just focus on enjoying the experience. We even got to see a NZ falcon flying low over our path, which was neat. We especially liked the small group/private nature of the activity and having the hiking path to ourselves, since many of the other hiking trails in the area draw large crowds.
Kinia_s, Apr 2024
We booked the morning tour but the weather was not too good. Our guide Brian suggested us postpone it to the afternoon that the weather was so nice to have our hiking. Brian was very good and shared a lot of interesting information with us. We had a wonderful afternoon with him and the experience was so amazing. Really appreciated!!
Alice_A, Feb 2024
Loved the helicopter flight as it was our first one! Brian was an excellent tour guide and gave us so much information about the terrain, wildlife, history, and culture. The hike was a good 4 hours, but we stopped a lot for breaks. Also, the terrain was relatively flat for about a third of the hike, the rest was downhill. Great views of Mt Cook and Lake Pukaki.
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