3-Hour Helicopter Ride And Hike
3 hours · Mt Cook Glacier Guiding
from $552 per person Check availability →Tasman Glacier Heli-Hikes
Two heli-hikes, side by side on price and length. Both start at $552; one lists pickup.
Both Tasman Glacier heli-hikes cost $552 per person and run 3 hours, flying by helicopter from Mount Cook Airport to hike on the glacier itself. The 3-Hour Helicopter Ride and Hike is rated 4.9 from 344 reviews; the 3-Hour Heli Hike, Pickup Included is rated 4.8 from 270. Landings and departures depend on conditions on the day.
3-Hour Heli Hike, Pickup Included
3 hours · The Helicopter Line
from $552 per person Check availability →Common Questions
How Much Do Tasman Glacier Heli-Hikes Cost?
Each of the two heli-hikes costs $552 per person, and neither price varies by group size. Both come with free cancellation. Neither tour is private.
How Long Do The Heli-Hikes Last?
Both heli-hikes run 3 hours in total. The 3-Hour Helicopter Ride and Hike splits this into 15 minutes of helicopter flight each way and up to 2 hours on the glacier. The 3-Hour Heli Hike, Pickup Included states only the 3-hour total.
What Is Included And What Should I Check Before Booking?
Both tours are helicopter trips from Mount Cook Airport that include a glacier landing, weather permitting, plus free cancellation. The 3-Hour Heli Hike, Pickup Included adds pickup and states a 150 kg weight limit; pickup for the other tour is not stated. Departures and landings always depend on the weather on the day.
How Do I Choose Between The Two Heli-Hikes?
If you want transport handled, the 3-Hour Heli Hike, Pickup Included comes with pickup and a stated 150 kg weight limit. If a stated time split matters, the 3-Hour Helicopter Ride and Hike specifies 15 minutes of flying each way and up to 2 hours on the glacier, and it carries a 4.9 rating from 344 reviews against 4.8 from 270 for the other. Either way, weather decides whether the flight and glacier landing go ahead.
Compare The Two Heli-Hikes Side By Side
| Tour | Length | From | Rating | Pickup |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Hour Helicopter Ride and Hike | 3 hours | $552 per person | ★ 4.9 (344) | Not listed |
| 3-Hour Heli Hike, Pickup Included | 3 hours | $552 per person | ★ 4.8 (270) | Included |
