Helicopter Flight, Hike & Jet Boat Adventure at Mt Aspiring
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Take your New Zealand adventure to new heights with an experience that combines a flight, hiking, and river jet boat all in one day. You'll start your journey with a 25-minute helicopter flight into Mount Aspiring National Park. Soar over mountain peaks, lakes, and waterfalls before making an alpine landing with panoramic views of the Mt. Pollux Glacier. Next, you'll fly to and land in the Siberia Valley, where a self-guided three-hour hike through untouched alpine terrain awaits.
Waiting at the valley floor is a 30-minute jet boat ride along two wilderness rivers and past native beech forests and glacial waters. Your guide shares stories of the region’s rich history and geology while performing high-speed spins and turns. With all the essentials included, this trip is the ultimate way to connect with the natural beauty of New Zealand’s Southern Alps.
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What you need to know
- Safety briefing from knowledgeable staff
- 25-minute helicopter flight with alpine landing
- Three-hour hike in Mt Aspiring National Park
- 30-minute jet boat across two rivers
- This experience is approximately five hours in duration.
- This experience departs from Backcountry Helicopters located at Rata Road and State Highway 6, Makarora 9382.
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunglasses and a hat
- Moderate fitness required with the ability to hike continuously for approximately three hours
- If you have any concerns, medical conditions, or injuries, please inform the office staff before your journey
- In extreme weather conditions the tour may be cancelled if safety is a concern, you will be contacted by the provider and rescheduled
- Change your booking up to 30 days before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 30 days of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
