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Snow conditions | What will the snow be like?
Snow conditions on the Tasman Glacier are a product of the forces of nature, the runs are ungroomed. Powder is more common from July to mid August. Spring conditions are typical in September. The Tasman can get a fresh powder top-up with any winter storm. New Zealand’s temperate maritime climate means conditions are always changing!
Snowboarders | Can we ride the Tasman?
Ski The Tasman is best suited to skiers. The glacier is long and rolling, NZ’s longest green run. We often need to traverse and sidestep through the icefall and Canyonlands. Snowboarders can’t join our regular day. However, we can cater to snowboarders in private groups (4 riders works best). Contact us to talk about options if you have a group of snowboarders.
Where is Mt Cook Airport ?
We start our day at Mount Cook Airport, this is a 5 minute drive from Mt Cook Village. Let us know if you require transport from the village to the airport, this is available free of charge.
What kind of aircraft are used?
We fly in AS350 B2 Squirrel helicopters with The Helicopter Line and Mt Cook Ski Planes and Helicopters also provide Pilatus Porter ski planes for Ski The Tasman.
PASSENGER CAPACITY:
Pilatus Porter: up to 6 skiers plus guide and pilot
B2 Squirrel Helicopter: up to 5 skiers plus guide and pilot
Accommodation at Aoraki Mount Cook
Aoraki Mt Cook is a quiet mountain village with lots to explore. From the cosy Mount Cook YHA (with a sauna) to the luscious and expansive Lakeside Retreat with baths overlooking Lake Pukaki. Twizel, the heart of the Mackenzie, is an easy 45 minute drive from our base in Aoraki Mt Cook. Ask us about pick-ups from your accommodation.
See below for places to stay or talk to us to help plan your trip.
There are many delightful options for lodging in Twizel and the greater Mackenzie Region, have a look at this Mackenzie Accommodation page for more providers.