About this experience
Enjoy a helicopter flight including an alpine landing looking directly at Aoraki Mount Cook. Fly up the Tasman Valley before landing on a mountain in Aoraki Mt Cook National Park.
Highlights
- Enjoy a unique alpine landing amongst the majestic mountains
- Experience spectacular views from above in your helicopter
- Learn about the area from your experienced pilot
- Enjoy stunning views of the Tasman Valley and a glacier lake
What's included
- 25-minute scenic flight with alpine landing
- Pilot guide with commentary
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
**For Guaranteed snow landings all year round, please book our Mt Cook: Ski Plane & Helicopter Glacier flight**
Experience Mount Cook National Park from the sky. Enjoy a 25-minute scenic adventure that includes an alpine landing amongst the mountains. Have exceptional views of Aoraki (Mt Cook) and the surrounding snow-capped mountain ranges right from take off.
Be captivated throughout the entire flight. Explore the valleys and peaks of the national park. Journey through the Tasman Valley and over a breathtaking blue glacier lake. Experience an alpine landing in the Southern Alps.
Disembark the aircraft and enjoy the elevated alpine landscape before returning to the helicopter to fly back to Mount Cook Airport. Your expert pilot will offer informative and interesting commentary throughout the flight to ensure you receive the best possible experience.
*Snow landings occur approx. 95% of the year, however due to seasonality, snow landings cannot be guaranteed all year round. This is due to a lack of snowfall during the summer months.*
Things to note
- Closed-toe shoes
- Sunglasses
Terms & conditions
Snow cannot be guaranteed all year round due to seasonality and lack of snowfall during summer
You will receive an email from the local partner to confirm your exact flight date and time after booking and this might be different from what you requested
If the tour is canceled due to the weather conditions you will be offered a full refund or rescheduled tour
Please note that weight and balance limits apply to all aircraft. Passenger weight limits are 116 kilograms (255 pounds)
Your flight may be rescheduled in the rare case that the combined weights of all passengers reach the maximum safety limit
Pickup and drop-off are available in Mount Cook Village (please contact the local partner directly to arrange)
You can use your camera and phone during the flight
Check-in closes 45 minutes prior to flight departure time