Tasman Glacier Skiing The 8th Wonder of the World The world-famous Tasman Glacier is 29km long and flows among the highest mountains in New Zealand. Fly into the heart of the Southern Alps and land at the head of the Tasman Glacier in the famous ski-equipped ski plane. Visit incredible ice caves, peer into deep crevasses (from a safe viewing point) and visit glacial canyons. The skyscrapper sized ice blocks are an amazing site. Then onto a 10-12km ski run to your awaiting ski plane. "Get in, buckle up and start again". Explore a different distant corner of this great glacier for another lengthy ski run. After our second "long" ski-run we finish off with a scenic ski plane flight back to Aoraki Mt Cook airport. It's then off to the Old Mountaineers for Gluwein. NZ$695 per person. Extra runs available. You DON'T have to be an expert to ski the glaciers. The skiing terrain is ideal for intermediate and advanced skiers. Convert NZ dollars to your currency: XE.com Personal Currency Assistant

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Tasman/Murchison glacier skiing 22km of skiing down two of New Zealand's largest glaciers This has got to be one of the finest skiing days you will ever experience. The day starts with one of three ski plane flights into the head of the Tasman Glacier. Surrounded by New Zealand's spectacular Southern Alps, we take the 10-12km scenic ski run down the Tasman, exploring and venturing into ice caves and glacial canyons. At the end of this long ski run we fly to the head of the Murchison Glacier. The Murchison is located in one of the most pristine alpine areas of the world and we are fortunate to be able to ski 8-10km in this special place. The day finishes with your third scenic ski plane flight back to Mt Cook Airport. Truly, the ultimate day skiing and exploring in a winter paradise. Access into the Murchison Glacier can only be accessed in certain conditions so if this run is not possible we will do the two run Tasman Glacier trip. NZ$760 per person.

Ski/snowboard touring - mountaineering on the glaciers of the main divide Total immersion in the alpine splendour of New Zealand's highest and longest glacier systems. The Tasman, Murchison, Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers offer the best terrain and unspoiled alpine adventure in the country. Our UIAGM/NZMGA qualified guides can custom tailor your ultimate 2-10 day exploration deep into the Southern Alps. Teaching skills such as glacier travel, crevasse rescue techniques & route selections and safety in avalanche terrain on skis, snowboard or snowshoes. Kilometres upon kilometres of untracked terrain await the enthusiastic back country traveller, from gentle intermediate explorations to the "Max vertical" descents from remote alpine peaks and expedition style ski/boarder mountaineering trips. Tell us what your dreams are and Southern Alps Guiding will design a winter mountain experience of a lifetime. Prices on application, contact us.

Safety: See our home page for safety information. Convert NZ dollars to your currency: XE.com Personal Currency Assistant Specials: Come and visit us at the Old Mountaineers' Cafe, Bar and Restaurant in the Aoraki Mt Cook Alpine Village. Next door to the DOC visitor centre. What equipment to bring: Bring along your normal down hill skiing equipment. Warm and windproof ski gear is essential. Sunblock, camera and spare film. A small day pack comes in handy. We can supply carver skis at good rates. Travelling to Mt Cook Airport: You can ski on the glaciers with us for the day from Christchurch, Methven, Queenstown or Wanaka. We can organise a personal charter flight from these areas. If you prefer driving, travel times range between 2.5 to 3.5 hours.

Other classic ski trips available in the Aoraki/Mt Cook region: Fox Glacier or Franz Josef Glacier. Prices are available on application, contact us. Reservations: To be made with SOUTHERN ALPS GUIDING. Tasman Glacier Skiing is a once in a lifetime trip and spaces are at a premium. Early bookings are essential and must be reconfirmed the day before your ski trip. All trips depart from The Old Mountaineers Cafe nex door to the Department of Conservation Visitor information centre. Tasman Glacier Skiing operates between July 1 and October 31. Minimum numbers required. See our home page for contact details. SKI AND SNOW REPORT For Glacier skiing updates and conditions call 0274 342 277.