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Rakaia Glaciers

Christchurch, New Zealand
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from $2,459.11 per person

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Overview

Get to know the real untouched New Zealand as you take off over the Canterbury Plains towards the well-known braided Waimakariri River. Notice the Craigieburn Basin come into view, a distinguished blockbuster film set, followed by the curious rockscape of Castle Hill. See the glisten of Lake Pearson as you fly by the Southern Alps' main divide, climbing up & over the ridgeline, to debut at the mighty Rakaia River. Without another aircraft in sight come to two of Canterbury's best kept secrets, the rarely visited Lyell & Ramsay Glaciers due to their inaccessibility. Touch down to overwhelming 360 degree views, filled with staggeringly sharp mountaintops & turquoise waters of the the glacier lakes. Enjoy lunch in the amphitheatre of the outdoors without a single disruption. Rise over the depths of Lake Coleridge and return over the Canterbury Plains, inbound for Christchurch. Please note we are unable to guarantee snow at any time particularly during Summer months (November – February)

What's Included

  • Lunch A picnic lunch overlooking the Rakaia Glaciers
  • Alcoholic beverages New Zealand Wine and beer is included. Champagne/Spirits are an extra cost.

    Meeting Location

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    25 Aviation Drive Harewood
    Aviation Park, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch 7676, New Zealand

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    Canterbury Region (pass by)

    Take off over the gridded Canterbury Plains
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    Tasman Glacier (pass by)

    See the beautiful Tasman Glaciers, New Zealand's largest glacier
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    Waimakariri River (pass by)

    Fly towards the well-known braided Waimakariri River
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    Craigieburn (pass by)

    Notice the Craigieburn Basin come into view, a distinguished block buster film set
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    Castle Hill (pass by)

    See the curious rock-scape of Castle Hill
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    Lake Pearson (pass by)

    Catch the glisten of Lake Pearson as you fly by the Southern Alps' main divide
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    Lake Coleridge (pass by)

    Rise over the depths of Lake Coleridge where one of New Zealand's first hydro-electric stations churns on
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    Rakaia

    Pass over the mighty Rakaia River and come to two of Canterbury's best kept secrets - the rarely visited Lyell and Ramsay Glaciers due to their inaccessibility. Touch down to overwhelming 360 degree views, filled with staggeringly sharp mountaintops and turquoise waters of the glacier lakes. Enjoy lunch in the ampitheatre of the outdoors without a single disruption.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Due to the length of this flight it is not recommended people with serious medical conditions
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Operated by a business

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rakaia Glaciers?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-249560P8


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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rakaia Glaciers?
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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).
    • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Q: What's included in the price?
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    The following is included:
    • Lunch. A picnic lunch overlooking the Rakaia Glaciers.
    • Alcoholic beverages. New Zealand Wine and beer is included. Champagne/Spirits are an extra cost.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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    This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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    Accessibility information for the Rakaia Glaciers is as follows:

    • Due to the length of this flight it is not recommended people with serious medical conditions
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    • Due to the length of this flight it is not recommended people with serious medical conditions
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    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Operated by a business

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