The Original Siberia Experience™ – Fly, Walk & Jet Boat Combo
Experience a true New Zealand Wilderness Adventure!
Fly, Walk, and Jet boat through Mt Aspiring National Park, New Zealand’s most spectacular alpine environment on an adventure like no other.
Southern Alps Air has been operating the original Siberia Experience since 1975.
The Siberia Trip departs from Makarora, 45 minutes north of Wanaka, 1 hour 30 mins south of Haast, or 2 hours from Queenstown.
Siberia Experience
Fly – 25 minute scenic flight
- Through remote alpine valleys
- Over beautiful mountain lakes and waterfalls
- Past spectacular glaciers and snow-capped mountains
- Land in a truly remote back country valley on a grass landing strip
- Window seats and glacier views on all flights
Walk – 3 hours
- Across open tussock flats
- Amongst vibrant native rain forest
- Surrounded by incredible mountain vistas
Jet Boat – 30 minutes
- Crystal clear glacial mountain river
- The ultimate in shallow river jet boating
- Amongst native bush, pristine river valleys and ice capped mountains.
Extended Trip Options – You can choose to extend your scenic flight and/or stay overnight at the Siberia Hut (operated by Department of Conservation). Beds in the hut operate on a first come, first served basis and we ask that you contact us first before booking this option.
Departure Location for Siberia Experience
Southern Alps Air/Siberia Experience
Makarora Wonderland Lodge
5944 Haast Pass-Makarora Rd
Mt Aspiring National Park
Makarora West 9382