A thrilling scenic helicopter flight takes you up the Tasman Valley to the best ice climbing location. Take in awe-inspiring views of the home of New Zealand’s big alpine scenery, watch for the Haupapa/Tasman glacier lake and marvel at the spectacular Hochstetter Icefall.
Our expert guides will quickly teach you how to master basic crampon and ice axe techniques. Using ice tools and the front points of your crampons, you climb vertical and at times, overhanging ice walls and pinnacles, or maybe you’ll climb into a crevasse; you are always safely secured by a top rope attached to your harness.
On this trip you receive personalised ice climbing instruction. Our ice-climbing guides receive special training to ensure they teach skills in the correct order so you advance quickly. Come on an adventure you will never forget!
Every Tasman Glacier Hike Journey is Unique
As the glacier is changing all the time our experienced guides are always finding something new and interesting to show our visitors. Time on the glacier is up to 6 hours, weather permitting.
Important – Please Make Sure That You Arrive on Time for Your Trip
Please ensure that you allow sufficient time to travel to our base at the Aoraki/Mt Cook Airport, Mt Cook Road, State Highway 80 safely.
We have strict scheduled fly times so are unable to delay a trip departure if you are running late.
Duration
Up to 8 hours. Minimum of 4 people required for activity to go ahead.
What to bring
- Any Essential Medication
- 3 – 4 layers of warm upper body clothing
- A warm hat and gloves
- Warm trousers
- A camera
- Sunglasses and sun protection
- Lunch, snacks and a drink
- A good level of English
- Jeans are not recommended
What we provide
- Specialised Climbing Boots
- All technical & safety equipment
- Waterproof Jacket
- Overtrousers
- Gloves and woollen socks
- Alpine backpack
- Climbing helmet
- A great day on the ice!
