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CANTERBURY, CHRISTCHURCH & MOUNT COOK TOURS
INTERNATIONAL ANTARCTIC
CENTRE
Antarctica is a unique place of extremes. Virtually
uninhabited and classified as a desert, this awesome
landscape is the coldest, driest and windiest place
on earth. It’s a hostile environment that’s incredibly
dangerous, yet still radiates a magical feeling across
its vast wilderness of white. Secrets kept within the ice
hold the key to understanding the world’s environmental
changes and impact on our ecosystems. Antarctica is
absolutely one of the world’s most amazing places and
truly the only place in the world that is still as it should
be. Experience the wonder and magic of Antarctica
without leaving Christchurch at one of New Zealand’s
best tourist attractions.
The highly regarded experience offers visitors of all ages
an interactive and fun Antarctic adventure. Experience
the light and sound show of the four seasons of
AKAROA HARBOUR NATURE Antarctica, ‘Antarctica’ the snow and ice experience and
CRUISE survive an Antarctic storm! Learn about life in modern
day Antarctica and hang out with penguins. There’s
The historic French village of Akaroa and its harbour is also the exciting Hagglund ride, an awesome simulated
a 90 minute drive from Christchurch. Highlights include 4D cruise, Happy Feet in 4D and more!
the rare native Hector’s dolphin, as well as penguins,
sea birds and Fur seals. See giant volcanic sea cliffs, It’s quite possibly the closest you’ll get to Antarctica
hear about Akaroa’s fascinating past and stop at without mounting your own expedition!
Lucas Bay to visit a salmon farm.
Includes:
Includes: • Admission to indoor attraction
• 2 hour cruise • ‘Antarctica’ the snow and ice experience
• Informative commentary • 4D shows
• Post card • Hagglund ride
• Tea and coffee Operator: International Antarctic Centre
Operator: Black Cat Cruises Open: Daily from 9am – 5:30pm
Duration: 2 hours
Departs: Daily from Akaroa Wharf at 11am, 1:30pm
Adult Child 5-15 yrs
1 Apr – 30 Sep 20 $90 * $35 * Adult Child 5-15 yrs
1 Oct 20 – 31 Mar 21 $95 * $40 * 1 Apr 20 – 31 Mar 21 $59 * $29 *
ALPINE EXPLORER THE WIGLEY: TOP OF THE THE ADVENTURER:
Aoraki/Mount Cook was named the cloud piercer by TASMAN GLACIER HIKE TASMAN GLACIER HELI HIKE
Maori. You’ll see for yourself on this flight over the Ben Explore the immense beauty of the Haupapa/Tasman Combine the excitement of walking on New Zealand’s
Ohau Mountain Range and peaks of the Southern Alps Glacier at 2,200 metres. Access is by spectacular ski- largest glacier with the thrill of breathtaking scenic
that surround this storied mountain. Your helicopter will plane flight which tracks past Aoraki/Mount Cook, New helicopter flybys of New Zealand’s largest mountain,
manoeuvre you to an alpine vantage point where it’s Zealand’s highest peak. For up to three hours your small Aoraki/Mount Cook. Fly to the drop off point on a
safe for a snow landing and time to take it all in. group will be roped together exploring awe-inspiring and remote part of the glacier and explore at approximately
constantly changing ice formations with your guide. 1,300 metres above sea level.
Includes:
• 30 minute helicopter flight (including landing) Includes: Includes:
• Transfer from The Helicopter Line office to helipad • 2 scenic flights • Professional guide • 2 scenic flights • Professional guide
Operator: The Helicopter Line • Use of snow shoes, walking pole, harness, • Use of crampons, walking poles, waterproof jacket/
Duration: 35 minutes waterproof jacket/over-trousers, socks and gloves over-trousers, boots, sock and gloves
Departs: Daily from The Helicopter Line Office, Operator: Mount Cook Glacier Guiding Operator: Mount Cook Glacier Guiding
Mount Cook, on demand Duration: 5 hours Duration: 3 hours
Departs: Daily from Aoraki/Mount Cook Airport Departs: Daily from Aoraki/Mount Cook Airport
at 8:15am, 11:30am at 8:45am, 10:45am, 12:45pm
Minimum 3 people. Not suitable for children under 12 yrs. Minimum 3 people. Not suitable for children under 10 yrs.
Adult Child 4-14 yrs Adult/Child Adult/Child
1 Apr – 30 Sep 20 $425 * $298 * 1 Apr – 30 Sep 20 $669 * 1 Apr – 30 Sep 20 $619 *
1 Oct 20 – 31 Mar 21 $455 * $319 * 1 Oct 20 – 31 Mar 21 $699 * 1 Oct 20 – 31 Mar 21 $649 *
* Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. From prices for accommodation are per room per night for 2 people, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category for
90 travel in low season. Prices for tours and transfers are per person, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure.