Full Day Ski the Tasman ex Queenstown
A unique ski trip for a range of abilities. Ski the longest runs in NZ up to 10kms long, on NZ's largest glacier. Small groups for personalized care and safety.
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Full Day Ski the Tasman ex Queenstown
Pickup included
What's included in Full Day Ski the Tasman ex Queenstown
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Leave Queenstown and fly with True South Flights to explore NZ’s largest glacier. Marvel at blue caves and ice formations while you make turns down the 8-10km ski run and be back in Queenstown in time for dinner. A day trip skiing the Tasman glacier is the classic snow adventure guided by our partners, Alpine Guides; Mount Cook’s original and most experienced mountain guiding company. You will take a 50 minute flight to Mt Cook, along the spectacular Southern Alps from Queenstown in one of our modern and comfortable aircraft with guaranteed window seats for all passengers. One of our friendly and knowledgeable pilots will point out Mt Aspiring, numerous glaciers, glacial lakes and snow-covered mountains on the way. We can accommodate your ski equipment, or we can arrange for hire of specialist equipment in Mt Cook. On arrival at Mt Cook airport we will introduce you to your ski guide who will brief you before boarding the ski plane for a scenic flight to the top of the glacier, 2,500m above sea level, to start the first of two runs. The 1,000m descent is and easy to moderate (green to blue grade) run and is all on natural snow. The runs are the longest in NZ up to 10kms long.
Inclusions
- Return scenic plane flight from Queenstown to Mt Cook Airport
- Ski plane ride to the top of the Glacier
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pilots commentary & expert guide
- Picnic lunch on the Glacier after your first run
- Ski rental not included but recommended
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children under 11 not permitted, 11 years+ are subject to minimum ability levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 50 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We pick-up from Queenstown Central accommodation. Pick up starts 50 minutes prior to departure.
Meeting / End Points
- Check in at our office 30 minutes prior to departure. We are located in the Remarkables Park Town Centre, near Queenstown Airport, with free all-day parking. Park near the New World supermarket and walk across the carpark entrance to our building on the corner of the main road (Hawthorne Drive).
