HIGHLIGHTS:

• Experience spectacular views from above in a ski plane and a 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

Includes glacier / snow landing.
Experience duration is approximately 45 minutes

Departs from Mount Cook Airport

DESCRIPTION: 

Fly in a skiplane and a helicopter on the same day for an unforgettable experience of Aoraki/Mount Cook. Enjoy a scenic adventure that includes a glacier snow landing.

From take-off to landing, you will enjoy spectacular views! Fly up the Tasman Valley over the breathtaking blue glacier lake. See the Hochstetter Icefall and the cloud-piercing Aoraki/Mount Cook before landing on the upper snowfields of the Tasman Glacier. Take time to enjoy this unique alpine environment before swapping aircraft and returning to Mount Cook Airport.

These mountains are covered in snow and ice all year round, and the aircraft fully shuts down on landing. You'll also see Tasman Terminal Lake, Grand Plateau, Plateau Hut, as well as the full length of the Tasman Glacier.

Terms and Conditions:

Subject to Availability
Child prices are for ages 4 - 12 years

CHILDREN & INFANTS:

• Infants 3 years old and under and free but must sit on a parents knee (seatbelt extension provided)
• Children 4 years old and over are child price and must have their own seat
• Ages 13 years and older require an adult priced ticket

A VERY special FLIGHT CIRCUMNAVIGATING MT COOK.

This flight leaves from the Mt Cook Airport, a 5 minute drive from the Mt Cook village. If you are coming up to Mt Cook and are enjoying all that the surrounding area has to offer, then this flight is for you.

This is a 30 minute flight that encompasses all the main geographic features in the Aoraki Mt Cook National Park by circumnavigating Mt Cook, our highest peak at 12,349 ft.  Mt Cook is the centre of the national park and this circular flight takes in all the iconic geographic features that this region of NZ has to offer.  

You will see the longest glacier in NZ, the Tasman, on the eastern side of the main divide, we will then cross the main divide to the West Coast and take in the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers.  We will circle back onto the eastern side of the southern alps into the Hooker Valley before returning back into the Tasman valley to land back where we started.  

This is a fantastic flight that condenses the best of NZ's scenery into an unforgettable experience. We look forward to showing you!

CHILDREN & INFANTS:

• Infants 3 years old and under and free but must sit on a parents knee (seatbelt extension provided)
• Children 4 years old and over are child price and must have their own seat
• Ages 13 years and older require an adult priced ticket

Highlights:

• Beautiful views right from take off
• Tasman Terminal Lake
• Mt Cook, Mt Tasman and Mt Sefton
• Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers
• Stunning views of the West Coast of New Zealand
• Full length of the Tasman Glacier
• Hochstetter Icefall, Grand Plateau and Plateau Hut
• Snow/ice all year round

Description:

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 and Franz Josef Glaciers. Track north along the Tasman Sea before recrossing the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps to the Tasman Glacier.

Enjoy the stunning views of the Mt Cook National Park as you track south down the Tasman. Fly through the Grand Plateau and the Hochsteter Icefall as you pass under the east face of Aoraki Mt Cook before descending over the Tasman Terminal Lake.

Terms and Conditions:

Ski Plane – minimum 2 adults
Helicopter – minimum 4 adults

CHILDREN & INFANTS:

• Infants 3 years old and under and free but must sit on a parents knee (seatbelt extension provided)
• Children 4 years old and over are child price and must have their own seat
• Ages 13 years and older require an adult priced ticket

Description:

Explore the valleys and peaks of Aoraki Mt Cook National Park. Fly over the Tasman Terminal Lake before landing on the beautiful ice of the Aoraki Mt Cook National Park. With exceptional views of Aoraki Mt Cook and the surrounding snow capped mountain ranges right from take off, you will be captivated throughout the entire flight.

Enjoy the comfort, safety and performance of our Squirrel Helicopters. Our pilots offer informative and interesting commentary throughout the flight to ensure you receive the best possible experience. 

Experience duration is approximately 25 minutes

CHILDREN & INFANTS:

Infants 3 years old and under and free but must sit on a parents knee (seatbelt extension provided)
Children 4 years old and over are child price and must have their own seat
Ages 13 years and older require an adult priced ticket

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Experience spectacular views from above in a ski plane and a 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

Includes glacier / snow landing.
Experience duration is approximately 45 minutes

Departs from Mount Cook Airport

DESCRIPTION: 

Fly in a skiplane and a helicopter on the same day for an unforgettable experience of Aoraki/Mount Cook. Enjoy a scenic adventure that includes a glacier snow landing.

From take-off to landing, you will enjoy spectacular views! Fly up the Tasman Valley over the breathtaking blue glacier lake. See the Hochstetter Icefall and the cloud-piercing Aoraki/Mount Cook before landing on the upper snowfields of the Tasman Glacier. Take time to enjoy this unique alpine environment before swapping aircraft and returning to Mount Cook Airport.

These mountains are covered in snow and ice all year round, and the aircraft fully shuts down on landing. You'll also see Tasman Terminal Lake, Grand Plateau, Plateau Hut, as well as the full length of the Tasman Glacier.

Terms and Conditions:

Subject to Availability
Child prices are for ages 4 - 12 years

CHILDREN & INFANTS:

• Infants 3 years old and under and free but must sit on a parents knee (seatbelt extension provided)
• Children 4 years old and over are child price and must have their own seat
• Ages 13 years and older require an adult priced ticket

Highlights:

• Beautiful views right from take off
• Tasman Terminal Lake
• Mt Cook
• Mt Tasman
• Hochstetter Icefall
• Grand Plateau and Plateau Hut
• Landing in the mid Tasman Glacier snowfields
• Snow / ice all year round

Includes glacier / snow landing
Experience duration is approximately 35 minutes

Experience the flight of a lifetime. Departing from Mount Cook Airport

CHILDREN & INFANTS:

• Infants 3 years old and under and free but must sit on a parents knee (seatbelt extension provided)
• Children 4 years old and over are child price and must have their own seat
• Ages 13 years and older require an adult priced ticket

Terms and Conditions:

Ski Plane – Minimum 2 adults
Helicopter – Minimum 4 adults
Child prices are for ages 4 - 12 years

Description:

Experience everything Mt Cook National Park has to offer.  Be captivated by the rugged mountain terrain, and ever changing glacial landscape of the Southern Alps. Fly over the Tasman Terminal Lake and discover the stunning ice formations of the Hochstetter Icefall as you fly beneath the east face of Aoraki Mt Cook. Land in the upper reaches of the Tasman Glacier and enjoy the natural quiet of the magnificent Southern Alps.

Choose between flying in on either a Ski Plane or Helicopter.
Departs from Mt Cook Airport.

Experience duration is approximately 45 minutes

CHILDREN & INFANTS:

• Infants 3 years old and under and free but must sit on a parents knee (seatbelt extension provided)
• Children 4 years old and over are child price and must have their own seat
• Ages 13 years and older require an adult priced ticket

Highlights:

• Beautiful views right from take off
• Tasman Terminal Lake
• Mt Cook, Mt Tasman and Mt Sefton
• Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers
• Stunning views of the West Coast of New Zealand
• Full length of the Tasman Glacier
• Hochstetter Icefall, Grand Plateau and Plateau Hut
• Snow/ice all year round

Description:

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 and Franz Josef Glaciers. Track north along the Tasman Sea before recrossing the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps to the Tasman Glacier.

Enjoy the stunning views of the Mt Cook National Park as you track south down the Tasman. Fly through the Grand Plateau and the Hochsteter Icefall as you pass under the east face of Aoraki Mt Cook before descending over the Tasman Terminal Lake.

Terms and Conditions:

Ski Plane – minimum 2 adults
Helicopter – minimum 4 adults

CHILDREN & INFANTS:

• Infants 3 years old and under and free but must sit on a parents knee (seatbelt extension provided)
• Children 4 years old and over are child price and must have their own seat
• Ages 13 years and older require an adult priced ticket

Highlights:

Your adventure starts with a scenic flight into the Tasman Glacier, with views of Aoraki Mount Cook, Mount Tasman and the surrounding snow-capped mountains that form the Southern Alps. Years of experience and exploration of the glacier by your guide has resulted in extensive local knowledge allowing you to explore the hidden gems of the Tasman Glacier.

Experience Counts

Leaders in aviation tourism, Mt Cook Ski Planes and Helicopters by INFLITE and glacier guiding professionals Fox Glacier Guiding have combined to deliver these fantastic experiences as Mt Cook Glacier Guiding.
 
Mt Cook Glacier Guiding offer you the highest level of safety and all of our guides are certified to guide you on the glacier through the internationally recognised New Zealand Mountain Guides Association.

Details:

Your Snow-Shoeing party will picked up from the glacier by Mount Cook Ski Planes and Helicopters for another captivating scenic flight and your safe return to the Mount Cook Airport.
Available :  all year round
Duration:  3 hours (approximately)
Cost includes: Two scenic flights, guide, quality leather boots, socks, gators, snow shoes, harness (if required), walking poles, jacket and over-trousers, gloves
Availability: All Year Round;

To book or make enquiries please visit our Mt Cook Guides partners at: www.mtcookguides.co.nz/book-now

Highlights:

Your adventure starts with a scenic flight into the Tasman Glacier, with views of Aoraki Mount Cook, Mount Tasman and the surrounding snow-capped mountains that form the Southern Alps. Years of experience and exploration of the glacier by your guide has resulted in extensive local knowledge allowing you to explore the hidden gems of the Tasman Glacier.

Experience Counts

Leaders in aviation tourism, Mt Cook Ski Planes and Helicopters by INFLITE and glacier guiding professionals Fox Glacier Guiding have combined to deliver these fantastic experiences as Mt Cook Glacier Guiding.
 
Mt Cook Glacier Guiding offer you the highest level of safety and all of our guides are certified to guide you on the glacier through the internationally recognised New Zealand Mountain Guides Association.

Details:

Your hiking party will picked up from the glacier by Mount Cook Ski Planes and Helicopters for another captivating scenic flight and your safe return to the Mount Cook Airport.
Available :  all year round
Duration:  3 hours (approximately)
Cost includes: Two scenic flights, guide, quality leather boots, socks, gators, snow shoes, harness (if required), walking poles, jacket and over-trousers, gloves
Availability: Seasonal - 1 Sept - 31 May
 
To book or make enquiries please visit our Mt Cook Guides partners at: www.mtcookguides.co.nz/book-now

Highlights:

Your adventure starts with a scenic flight into the Tasman Glacier, with views of Aoraki Mount Cook, Mount Tasman and the surrounding snow-capped mountains that form the Southern Alps. Years of experience and exploration of the glacier by your guide has resulted in extensive local knowledge allowing you to explore the hidden gems of the Tasman Glacier.

Experience Counts

Leaders in aviation tourism, Mt Cook Ski Planes and Helicopters by INFLITE and glacier guiding professionals Fox Glacier Guiding have combined to deliver these fantastic experiences as Mt Cook Glacier Guiding.
 
Mt Cook Glacier Guiding offer you the highest level of safety and all of our guides are certified to guide you on the glacier through the internationally recognised New Zealand Mountain Guides Association.

Details:

Your Ice Climbing party will picked up from the glacier by Mount Cook Ski Planes and Helicopters for another captivating scenic flight and your safe return to the Mount Cook Airport.

Price: $765.00
Available:  all year round
Duration:  8 hours (approximately)
Child Age: Minimum age is 13 years (An adult must accompany young people 13-16 years)
Cost includes: 2 scenic flights, guide, specialised mountaineering boots, climbing boots, socks, gators, crampons, ice axes, technical gear, walking poles, jacket and over-trousers, gloves, special backpacks
 
To book or make enquiries please visit our Mt Cook Guides partners at: www.mtcookguides.co.nz/book-now

Highlights:

• Multiple scenic helicopter flights
• Tons of run options with length ranging from 5 – 12 km and vertical drop from 850 – 1275 m
• Picnic lunch
• Professional mountain guide services

Description:

With your professional guide, you will fly deep into the glaciated mountains of Mt Cook National Park. Ski runs ranging from 5 – 12 km in length and vertical drops from 850 – 1275 m.

Enjoy the scenic wonders of the Aoraki Mt Cook National park and the Southern Alps as you are transported in our twin engine helicopter to some of New Zealand’s most spectacular and remote ski runs. Here in the mountainous terrain you will find no line-ups and no crowds just fresh powder and mountain air. Book your ski vacation with us today.

Day hire of skis, boots and poles available at $60 per person (there is the option to add this to your booking on Step 2 of the booking process)

Terms and conditions:

• Subject to weather and availability.
• Minimum of 4 people required to go ahead.

Highlights:

• Beautiful views right from take off
• Tasman Terminal Lake
• Mt Cook and Mt Tasman
• Hochstetter Icefall
• Grand Plateau and Plateau Hut
• Ski Plane landing in the snowfields
• Picnic on the glacier
• Snow/ice all year round

description:

Our scenic flights have just gotten better! Indulge in the silent serenity of the Southern Alps with a private exclusive ski plane flight with glacier landing and a private picnic. You will enjoy the scenic beauty of Mount Cook and the national park surrounding it from take-off to landing. The snow-capped mountains, the bright blue of the glacier lake and the lush greens of the vegetation are just a few of the magnificent sights you will experience as you fly through the Southern Alps.

After you enjoy the beauty of the park from the air we will land the aircraft on one of the many glaciers that can be found in the mountains. While landed on the glacier our pilot will set up a private picnic on the snow for you to enjoy while you take in the breath taking views around you. After you have had your fill of food and mountain air your private ski plane will fly you towards Mount Cook to enjoy a better view of the highest peak in New Zealand.  After this incredible 90 minute journey you will return to the Mount Cook airport.

We can't wait to share this experience with you.

Description:

Explore the valleys and peaks of Aoraki Mt Cook National Park. Fly over the Tasman Terminal Lake before landing on the beautiful ice of the Aoraki Mt Cook National Park. With exceptional views of Aoraki Mt Cook and the surrounding snow capped mountain ranges right from take off, you will be captivated throughout the entire flight.

Enjoy the comfort, safety and performance of our Squirrel Helicopters. Our pilots offer informative and interesting commentary throughout the flight to ensure you receive the best possible experience. 

Experience duration is approximately 25 minutes

CHILDREN & INFANTS:

Infants 3 years old and under and free but must sit on a parents knee (seatbelt extension provided)
Children 4 years old and over are child price and must have their own seat
Ages 13 years and older require an adult priced ticket

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Experience spectacular views from above in a ski plane and a 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

Includes glacier / snow landing.
Experience duration is approximately 45 minutes

Departs from Mount Cook Airport

DESCRIPTION: 

Fly in a skiplane and a helicopter on the same day for an unforgettable experience of Aoraki/Mount Cook. Enjoy a scenic adventure that includes a glacier snow landing.

From take-off to landing, you will enjoy spectacular views! Fly up the Tasman Valley over the breathtaking blue glacier lake. See the Hochstetter Icefall and the cloud-piercing Aoraki/Mount Cook before landing on the upper snowfields of the Tasman Glacier. Take time to enjoy this unique alpine environment before swapping aircraft and returning to Mount Cook Airport.

These mountains are covered in snow and ice all year round, and the aircraft fully shuts down on landing. You'll also see Tasman Terminal Lake, Grand Plateau, Plateau Hut, as well as the full length of the Tasman Glacier.

Terms and Conditions:

Subject to Availability
Child prices are for ages 4 - 12 years

CHILDREN & INFANTS:

• Infants 3 years old and under and free but must sit on a parents knee (seatbelt extension provided)
• Children 4 years old and over are child price and must have their own seat
• Ages 13 years and older require an adult priced ticket

Highlights:

• Beautiful views right from take off
• Tasman Terminal Lake
• Mt Cook
• Mt Tasman
• Hochstetter Icefall
• Grand Plateau and Plateau Hut
• Landing in the mid Tasman Glacier snowfields
• Snow / ice all year round

Includes glacier / snow landing
Experience duration is approximately 35 minutes

Experience the flight of a lifetime. Departing from Mount Cook Airport

CHILDREN & INFANTS:

• Infants 3 years old and under and free but must sit on a parents knee (seatbelt extension provided)
• Children 4 years old and over are child price and must have their own seat
• Ages 13 years and older require an adult priced ticket

Terms and Conditions:

Ski Plane – Minimum 2 adults
Helicopter – Minimum 4 adults
Child prices are for ages 4 - 12 years

Description:

Experience everything Mt Cook National Park has to offer.  Be captivated by the rugged mountain terrain, and ever changing glacial landscape of the Southern Alps. Fly over the Tasman Terminal Lake and discover the stunning ice formations of the Hochstetter Icefall as you fly beneath the east face of Aoraki Mt Cook. Land in the upper reaches of the Tasman Glacier and enjoy the natural quiet of the magnificent Southern Alps.

Choose between flying in on either a Ski Plane or Helicopter.
Departs from Mt Cook Airport.

Experience duration is approximately 45 minutes

CHILDREN & INFANTS:

• Infants 3 years old and under and free but must sit on a parents knee (seatbelt extension provided)
• Children 4 years old and over are child price and must have their own seat
• Ages 13 years and older require an adult priced ticket

Highlights:

• Beautiful views right from take off
• Tasman Terminal Lake
• Mt Cook, Mt Tasman and Mt Sefton
• Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers
• Stunning views of the West Coast of New Zealand
• Full length of the Tasman Glacier
• Hochstetter Icefall, Grand Plateau and Plateau Hut
• Snow/ice all year round

Description:

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 and Franz Josef Glaciers. Track north along the Tasman Sea before recrossing the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps to the Tasman Glacier.

Enjoy the stunning views of the Mt Cook National Park as you track south down the Tasman. Fly through the Grand Plateau and the Hochsteter Icefall as you pass under the east face of Aoraki Mt Cook before descending over the Tasman Terminal Lake.

Terms and Conditions:

Ski Plane – minimum 2 adults
Helicopter – minimum 4 adults

CHILDREN & INFANTS:

• Infants 3 years old and under and free but must sit on a parents knee (seatbelt extension provided)
• Children 4 years old and over are child price and must have their own seat
• Ages 13 years and older require an adult priced ticket

A VERY special FLIGHT CIRCUMNAVIGATING MT COOK.

This flight leaves from the Mt Cook Airport, a 5 minute drive from the Mt Cook village. If you are coming up to Mt Cook and are enjoying all that the surrounding area has to offer, then this flight is for you.

This is a 30 minute flight that encompasses all the main geographic features in the Aoraki Mt Cook National Park by circumnavigating Mt Cook, our highest peak at 12,349 ft.  Mt Cook is the centre of the national park and this circular flight takes in all the iconic geographic features that this region of NZ has to offer.  

You will see the longest glacier in NZ, the Tasman, on the eastern side of the main divide, we will then cross the main divide to the West Coast and take in the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers.  We will circle back onto the eastern side of the southern alps into the Hooker Valley before returning back into the Tasman valley to land back where we started.  

This is a fantastic flight that condenses the best of NZ's scenery into an unforgettable experience. We look forward to showing you!

CHILDREN & INFANTS:

• Infants 3 years old and under and free but must sit on a parents knee (seatbelt extension provided)
• Children 4 years old and over are child price and must have their own seat
• Ages 13 years and older require an adult priced ticket

A special service running during January and February only.

This flight leaves from the Glentanner airport which is a 20 minute drive up State Highway 80 along the western edge of Lake Pukaki. If you are chasing a great value flight, and don't mind driving a few minutes to catch it, then this flight is for you.

This is a 40 minute flight that encompasses all the main geographic features in the Aoraki Mt Cook National Park by circumnavigating Mt Cook, our highest peak at 12,349 ft.  Mt Cook is the centre of the national park and this circular flight takes in all the iconic geographic features that this region of NZ has to offer.  

You will see the longest glacier in NZ, the Tasman, on the eastern side of the main divide, we will then cross the main divide to the West Coast and take in the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers.  We will circle back onto the eastern side of the southern alps into the Hooker Valley before returning back into the Tasman valley to land back where we started.  

This is a fantastic flight that condenses the best of NZ's scenery into an unforgettable experience. We look forward to showing you!

A special service running during January and February only.

This flight leaves from Pukaki Airport which is located on State highway 8, just 5 minutes from the township of Twizel. We will pick you up at Pukaki Airport, fly you up Lake Pukaki, and then show you everything on offer in the Mt Cook National park. We then return via the Ben Ohau mountain range back to Twizel.

If you are travelling on a tight schedule, and will not be heading to the Mt Cook village, then this flight is for you.

This is a 60 minute flight that encompasses all the main geographic features in the Aoraki Mt Cook National Park by circumnavigating Mt Cook, our highest peak at 12,349 ft.  Mt Cook is the centre of the national park and this circular flight takes in all the iconic geographic features that this region of NZ has to offer.  

You will see the longest glacier in NZ, the Tasman, on the eastern side of the main divide, we will then cross the main divide to the West Coast and take in the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers.  We will circle back onto the eastern side of the southern alps into the Hooker Valley before returning back into the Tasman valley to land back where we started.  

This is a fantastic flight that condenses the best of NZ's scenery into an unforgettable experience. We look forward to showing you!