We are New Zealand’s premier provider of scenic flights and charters, offering both ski plane and helicopter tours with glacier landings!
Mount Cook Ski Planes and Helicopters are an official trial guardian, responsible for maintaining the section of the trail that passes by our doorstep at Aoraki/Mt Cook Airport.
Our sustainability initiatives are a driving force behind our brand. The INFLITE group is committed to reducing our impact on the environment and making the business a more sustainable one. Here at Mount Cook Ski & Helicopters we do a number of things to help with this, customers can donate online for the Kea Trust when making an online booking, trying to stay as paperless as we can.
Enjoy a scenic flight for two in our Tasman Experience package from only $799
This package is available for our Tasman Experience and Glacier Highlights.
Alps to Ocean Bike transfer from the Aoraki Mt Cook Airport Over the Tasman River to a spot called Rotten Tommy. A minimum of 4 people is needed for the flight to go ahead.
Two nights accommodation (twin share) at The Hermitage Hotel including breakfast, All day pass for two at Tekapo Springs & A picnic on Brass Peak OR Ski The Tasman Experience
Experience spectacular views from above in a ski plane/helicopter.
Land on New Zealand’s longest glacier – the Tasman Glacier.
Enjoy beautiful views of the Tasman Terminal Lake, Grand Plateau, Hochstetter Icefall and cloud-piercing Aoraki/Mt Cook.
This incredible day combines the breathtaking views of the Southern Alps and Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park, with the once-in-a-lifetime experience of actually skiing on the famous Tasman Glacier, New Zealand’s longest glacier. Departs Christchurch with South Pacific Helicopters.
Fly over the mountain tops up to our favourite spot Brass Peak directly in front of Aoraki Mt Cook, enjoy a private, stunning and sumptuous picnic here on the alpine ridge line. (This is an alpine environment so during colder months there tends to be snow during warmer months there is not).
Fly in a ski plane or helicopter to enjoy an unforgettable experience of Aoraki/Mount Cook! One aircraft will take you for your Tasman Glacier landing and an alternative aircraft will be your return flight back to the airport.
Departing from Christchurch, fly over the patchwork farmland of New Zealand’s Canterbury Plains before the Mackenzie Region comes into view. Features include, unique braided rivers, stunning turquoise blue glacial Lake Tekapo, Roundhill Ski field and the Southern Alps. On arrival at Aoraki/Mt Cook carve your way down the 1000 metre descent on this one-of-a-kind ski slope the Tasman Glacier has to offer.
Ski The Tasman from Christchurch with South Pacific Whales
Exceptional views of Aoraki Mt Cook and the Hochstetter Icefall as you fly up the Tasman Valley. Explore the flawless and pristine Tasman Glacier and experience this unique alpine environment with 600 metres of glacier ice beneath your feet. Reserve your choice of ski plane or helicopter. Both offer a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Join us for a stunning scenic flight up the Tasman Valley, through the Hochstetter Icefall, with a gentle landing on the mid snowfields of the Tasman Glacier, where you can take in the views via a ski plane or helicopter. Includes a glacier landing.
Mt Cook Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience Combo, this small group, fully guided day trip combines all of the key highlights of Mt Cook with scenic flights in a Ski Plane & Helicopter including a Tasman Glacier landing
Mt Cook Tour & Sky Dive Combo, this small group, fully guided day trip combines all of the key highlights of Mt Cook with an epic sky dive over the area and free time to do other optional activities of your choice.
Mt Cook Tour & Heli Hike Combo, this small group, fully-guided day trip combines all of the key highlights of Mt Cook with an incredible Heli Hike on Tasman Glacier including two scenic helicopter flights.
Mt Cook Tour & Sky Dive Combo, this small group, fully guided day trip combines all of the key highlights of Mt Cook with an epic sky dive over the area and free time to do other optional activities of your choice.
Mt Cook Tour & Sky Dive Combo, this small group, fully guided day trip combines all of the key highlights of Mt Cook with an epic 9,000ft sky dive over the area and free time to do other optional activities of your choice.
Departing from Queenstown, encounter a flying experience like no other across New Zealand’s breathtakingly beautiful Southern Alps. Carve your way down the 1000 metre descent on this one-of-a-kind ski slope the Tasman Glacier has to offer, navigating the 8 – 10 km run, not once, but twice where you can take a different route down on your second run. The pace of this adventure is as relaxed or as sporty as you want to make it!
Ski The Tasman from Queenstown with Glenorchy Air
Experience this 25-minute helicopter experience through the Aoraki Mt Cook National Park. This scenic flight up the Tasman Valley includes an alpine landing amongst the peaks of the Southern Alps.
The ultimate way to see the Southern Alps. Traverse the Main Divide, to the West Coast and view the breath-taking landscape of the Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier, among other features.
Explore the peaks and valley of the Tasman Glacier during this scenic flight. Book now to reserve your spot aboard a ski plane or helicopter.
Tasman Glacier Heli-hike Mount Cook
Combine the excitement of walking on New Zealand’s biggest glacier with the thrill of breathtaking scenic helicopter fly-bys of New Zealand’s largest mountain, Aoraki/Mt Cook. You will fly in to your drop off point on a remote part of the glacier.
Family friendly (age restriction of 10 yrs) exploration of the lower part of the Tasman Glacier where depending on snow/ice conditions you will either explore the ice caves mid glacier or the seracs of the upper Glacier Neve.
Enjoy the expansive ice lands and breath-taking clean glaciers from the comfort of your luxurious helicopter or ski plane. These scenic tours sweep you over the best alpine views New Zealand has to offer.
Treat yourself and a special someone to a scenic flight up the stunning Tasman Valley. Hike or climb a glacier in New Zealand’s big mountain country. Alternatively, you may choose to experience the ultimate in alpine adventures, with our world-exclusive tour.
Enjoy the expansive ice lands and breath-taking clean glaciers from the comfort of your luxurious helicopter or ski plane. These scenic tours sweep you over the best alpine views New Zealand has to offer.
Treat yourself and a special someone to a scenic flight up the stunning Tasman Valley. Hike or climb a glacier in New Zealand’s big mountain country. Alternatively, you may choose to experience the ultimate in alpine adventures, with our world-exclusive tour.
