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Fly - Hike - Jet Boat Allow 5 hours & moderate fitness required One of the best wilderness experiences available - “Gotta do it!” Embark on an epic 25-minute helicopter flight into the impressive Mount Aspiring National Park and enjoy spectacular views with an alpine landing before tracking deeper into the valley for a close encounter with the Mt. Pollux Glaciers, cascading waterfalls, and remote alpine lakes. Cruise over the tops of the Southern Alps to land in the remote Siberia Valley. Land at the beginning of the track and stretch your legs on a 3-hour self-guided, well-marked hike, immersing yourself in New Zealand’s remote alpine environment. Rendezvous with Wilkin River Jets at Kerin Forks for a thrilling 30-minute jet boat ride, skimming along just inches of water on not one but two rivers, the Wilkin and the mighty Makarora, while learning about the history and geology of our stunning region with informative and entertaining commentary from our experienced drivers.

Fly - Jet Boat Allow 1 hour 30 mins & low fitness required Short on time? Skip the hike with our Heli Jet Combo. Begin your adventure with an exciting 15-minute helicopter experience, taking in elevated views of the clear, braided Wilkin and Makarora rivers towards the majestic Mount Aspiring National Park. With your pilot providing informative commentary along the way, enjoy spectacular views of Crucible Lake and the iconic Siberia Valley before being dropped off at Kerin Forks. Bring a packed lunch and spend up to an hour enjoying the scenery and a short walk alongside the river, before meeting Wilkin River Jets for a thrilling 30-minute jet boat ride amidst native beech forest, pristine river valleys, and rugged ice-capped mountains, while learning about the history and geology of the area from your local and experienced driver. Perfect for all fitness levels and ages.

Scenic Flight - Allow 30 mins Begin your flight from Makarora, venturing into the iconic Top Forks and Siberia Valleys, and flying over Mt Pollux for incredible close-up glacier views. Enjoy striking vistas of crystal blue lakes and cascading waterfalls, followed by an alpine landing upon return for lasting photography of the pristine beauty of the Southern Alps. Immerse yourself in a journey that captures the essence of New Zealand's natural grandeur and untamed landscapes.

Scenic Flight - Allow 60 mins Explore the best of Mount Aspiring National Park with us and discover braided rivers, crystal blue alpine lakes, age-old glaciers, and waterfalls cascading over sheer cliffs into dense native beech forest. Fly up through the Albert Burn Valley and enjoy a close encounter with the impressive Mount Aspiring/Tititea, which stands at 3033 metres. Experience an alpine landing, then return through the remote and breathtaking Top Forks and Siberia Valleys, all while experiencing the natural wonders around you.

Choose either of the Heli Siberia flights and following the scenic flight, we will drop you to Kerin Forks for a thrilling and informative river jet ride through the icy blue waters of the Wilkin and Makarora rivers back to base.