Mount Cook and The Glaciers 55-Minute Helicopter Flight

4.7 (142 reviews) 55 min Free cancellation

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4.7

Mount Cook and The Glaciers 55-Minute Helicopter Flight — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Our premier flight over the Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park and its vast glaciers and snowfields. See the ancient waters of the Tasman Glacier lake before flying the length of the Tasman Glacier, New Zealand’s longest glacier. Experience what it feels like to stand in snow amongst the mountains as you take in a spectacular view of New Zealand's highest peak, Aoraki / Mount Cook during your alpine (seasonal snow) landing. Cross to the West Coast and view the formidable Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers before completing your journey with uninterrupted views of the summit ridge of Aoraki / Mount Cook.

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At a glance

Duration: 55 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Totally Tourism - The Helicopter Line

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: See Aoraki/Mount Cook, Tasman Glacier and West Coast Glaciers
Included: Alpine Snow Landing
Included: GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Included: Pilot guide
Included: Scenic helicopter flight

Not included

Not included: Items of a personal nature

Itinerary

Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)

Passing by

Soar over the Mt Cook National Park and its vast glaciers and snowfields. Experience what it feels like to stand in snow amongst the mountains as you take in a spectacular view of New Zealand's highest peak, Aoraki/Mount Cook during your snow landing.
Blue Lakes and Tasman Glacier walks

Passing by

See the ancient waters of the Tasman Glacier lake
Tasman Glacier

Passing by

See the ancient waters of the Tasman Glacier lake before flying the length of the Tasman Glacier, New Zealand’s longest glacier.
Fox Glacier

Passing by

Cross to the West Coast and view the formidable Franz Josef and Fox glaciers before completing your journey with uninterrupted views of the summit ridge of Aoraki/Mt Cook.
Franz Josef Glacier

Passing by

Cross to the West Coast and view the formidable Franz Josef and Fox glaciers before completing your journey with uninterrupted views of the summit ridge of Aoraki/Mt Cook.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Using your ticket

It is recommended that sunglasses, warm clothing and suitable footwear be worn due to cold temperatures
To avoid disappointment please let us know if a passenger's weight changes from time of booking. If your actual weight at check in is 15kg (33lb) or greater than your declared weight, you may need to be rescheduled and would be subject to flight availability.
All scenic flights are subject to weather conditions. Should a flight not operate due to weather conditions or minimum number requirements, passengers can redeem their voucher for any other scenic flights of similar duration and price at any of The Helicopter Line operations in Mount Cook, Queenstown, Fox Glacier or Franz Josef Glacier.
Get in touch with us if your contact details have changed or need updating from time of booking.
Hotel pickups (if available) commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
It is recommended that warm clothing and suitable footwear be worn on this tour due to cold temperatures.
Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat and are under 15kgs