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Glentanner High Country Heli Hike

5.053 reviewsLake Pukaki

  • 4 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Soar over the Southern Alps, take in breathtaking views during an 8 minute scenic helicopter flight and walk a trail of High Country history on the Glentanner High Country Heli Hike. Travel somewhere new in the Aoraki Mount Cook region, away from the familiar tourist route. This guided tour grants exclusive access to private land on family-owned Glentanner Station, one of New Zealand’s most historic and iconic stations, set in one of the country’s most magnificent landscapes. It’s a journey back through time, to the rough and rugged early days of high country farming, and further, to the ancient past when glaciers carved the land to form the spectacular Mackenzie Country. -Approximately 3.5 hour tour (4 Hours with Check-In and Helicopter Safety Briefing) -Scenic Helicopter flight to a landing point high on Glentanner Station land. -Knowledgeable & friendly guide to take you along a 7KM, well-maintained, 4x4 track. -Access our fully restored Historic Field Station and exhibition.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Hiking Poles Provided
  • Sunscreen
  • Hot tea, coffee, and hot chocolate are provided at the Historic Field Station stop.
  • Insect Repellent
  • Home-Baked snacks are provided at the Historic Field Station stop.

What's not

  • Proper Hiking Footwear
  • Proper Clothing (depending on weather conditions)

Itinerary

  1. Stunning views of Aoraki Mount Cook National Park during your scenic helicopter flight, as well as along the 7KM, well maintained 4x4 track.

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  2. Stunning views of one of the bluest lakes on Earth! See Lake Pukaki from a birds-eye view during the scenic helicopter ride, as well as stunning views of the lake and the Tasman River Delta during the length of the hike!

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

5.0

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Know before you go

Meeting point
Guests will check in at the Glentanner Holiday Park reception desk 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time.
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 15 travellers
Operated by
Glentanner High Country Heli Hike
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Most healthy people with "street" level fitness should enjoy this activity.

How it compares in New Zealand, outside the cities

  • Its from-price is 119% above the median of the 124 experiences we list in New Zealand, outside the cities.
  • It is longer than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 31 of 124.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

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