Coronet Peak

Sightseeing cruises

Fly from New Zealand's highest commercial take-off point and enjoy stunning views of the Wakatipu valley and beyond. Let highly experienced pilots guide you through the air and show you what it's like to fly like a bird. No experience is necessary. Take off from the highest commercial take-off point in New Zealand and soar through the air. Enjoy the feeling of freedom as you glide through the air. Admire the stunning views of the Wakatipu valley and beyond. Let your experienced pilot guide you through the air and show you what it's like to fly like a bird.

See how glaciers and the movement of the earth’s crust formed New Zealand's unique mountains and valleys over thousands of years–from the sky! Swoop low over mountain valleys and high above meandering rivers. Plenty of evidence also remains of the rich gold mining history left by Europeans and Chinese gold miners in the late 1800s. Today, many of the local landscapes can be recognized because of their use as film locations. You can even fly over where the Lord of the Rings movies were filmed! The pilots regularly work with film production crews and are happy to share plenty of stories of life on the film set. Finally, for the photo opportunity of a lifetime, alight on a mountaintop with panoramic views of the entire range and its lakes and valleys. These highly experienced, well-known local pilots can’t wait to share with you their extensive knowledge and history of the area while showing you the best of New Zealand's amazing scenery.

Get ready for an exhilarating winter experience with our Snow Touch Adventure at Coronet Peak! Join our exclusive 2.5-hour small bus group service, departing from 43 Camp Street, (The Station Building, corner of Camp and Shotover Street) Queenstown CBD at 12pm and returning at 2:30pm. Immerse yourself in the stunning alpine scenery and create unforgettable memories with your family or friends. Minimum of 5 pax required to run. Pricing: Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Children): NZD 216 Family of 5 (2 Adults + 3 Children): NZD 265 Individual Pricing: Adult: (older than 12 years): NZD 59 Child: NZD 49 Experience Details: Experience winter magic with our Snow Touch activity. Spend approximately one hour in the snow, creating lasting memories: Build a Snowman: Unleash your creativity. Snowball Fun: Enjoy a friendly snowball fight. Make a Snow Angel: Create your own snow angel. Take a ride up the ski lift: Passes bought at base building. Join us for a brief but delightful snowy adventure!

Soar through the skies and feel what it's like to fly like a bird with two wings on your back on a tandem hang gliding flight. Experience the exhilaration of flight as you take-off from a launch site amidst the stunning landscapes of Queenstown. Be guided by professional and certified hang gliding pilots who will ensure your safety and provide expert instruction. Once securely strapped into the lightweight and aerodynamic hang glider, feel the thrill of gliding through the air, witnessing breathtaking panoramic views of Queenstown's majestic mountains, lush forests, and pristine lakes. This unforgettable adventure offers an intimate connection with nature and an unparalleled sense of freedom. Whether you are an adventure enthusiast seeking an adrenaline-pumping experience or a nature lover wanting to witness the beauty of Queenstown from a unique perspective, this hang gliding trip is perfect for you.

After check-in at our SkyTrek desk in the center of Queenstown, you'll be taken to Coronet Peak via a courtesy shuttle, a short 20 minute drive from the center of Queenstown to the end of the Coronet Peak ski-field road. Your pilot will guide you to a chair-lift where you'll both then be taken to the top of Coronet Peak. A short walk in snow to the launch area and your pilot will give you a safety briefing and explain what you'll need to do to become airborne together. Harnesses and helmets will be fitted and checked. After all the safety checks have been completed, the pilot will prepare to launch. Feel the glider inflate behind you and then after a couple of steps with your pilot, you'll become airborne. The pilot will navigate the paraglider over the ski-field and you'll slowly descend to a gentle landing on the valley floor after about 15-20 minutes in the air. Equipment will be packed up and your friendly ground crew will transport you back to Queenstown with the whole experience taking about 2 hours.

Discover Queenstown from above on an extended scenic 30-minute helicopter flight with an alpine landing. Admire the beauty and diverse landscapes of the Wakatipu Basin as you take to the skys. After pickup from your central Queenstown hotel, enjoy the short drive to the helicopter base at the airport. Check-in and meet the friendly crew who will ensure you make the most of your aerial experience. Climb aboard and take flight, flying past the canyons of the Shotover River, the ski slopes of Coronet Peak, and rural retreats and villages that Queenstowners call home. Land high above Queenstown on a craggy mountain precipice. In winter, stand in snow as you take in the striking views. Your experienced pilot will share local insights and point out points of interest. Tour concludes with the return flight to the helicopter base and transfer back to your hotel.

We are the Mercedes V Fleet in Queenstown, New Zealand. We have three 2022 six-seater extended Mercedes V-Class vehicles available to provide personalized services such as airport transfers, Queenstown area tours, business transportation, and wedding car services. Each of our extended Mercedes V-Class vehicles has a trunk that can accommodate 9 full-size suitcases, skis, bicycles, and other large items, meeting your needs for various occasions. Our drivers are professionally trained, have extensive knowledge and understanding of New Zealand's South Island, and are fluent in both Chinese and English.

Cecil Peak, Moonlight Creek, Shotover River, Skippers Canyon… we’re serving up all the crowd favourites with this spectacular round trip. It’s not called the Queenstown Essential for nothing! This round trip takes you over the most iconic, must-see sites in the Queenstown area. Heading down the Frankton Arm, we touch down on Cecil Peak for sweeping views of the lake, town, and surrounding mountains. Back in the helicopter, we continue past Ben Lomond and into Moonlight Creek towards the famous Skippers Canyon. This area is steeped in the rich history of early gold miners – best viewed from above. We follow the winding Shotover River canyon back home for one last landing before swinging past Coronet Peak before landing back at base. Iconic sites – tick! If you are looking for a shorter experience, check out our Remarkables Scenic experience or view all experiences.