Mount Cook: Scenic Helicopter Flight with Alpine Landing

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Mount Cook: Scenic Helicopter Flight with Alpine Landing
Top rated
4.7708335 out of 5 stars
4.8
4.7708335 out of 5 stars
336 reviews

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.

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Duration 25 minutes
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Live tour guide
English
Small group
Limited to 6 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Anthony – Australia

If you are on the fence about whether to do this or not - DO IT! Totally worth it. We were very lucky with clear weather and the views were incredible.

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Penelope –

The pilot was helpful, had safety and welfare at the top of his list. Informative, respectful and friendly. An amazing experience the weather was perfect, front row seat, couldn't of asked for any better. Thank you so much 😊

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Highlights

  • Experience spectacular views from above in your helicopter
  • Enjoy stunning views of the Tasman Valley and a glacier lake
  • Learn about the area from your experienced pilot
  • Enjoy a unique alpine landing amongst the majestic mountains

Full description

**For Guaranteed snow landings all year round, please book our 45-minute Ultimate Alpine Combo**

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.*

Includes

  • 25-minute scenic flight with alpine landing
  • Pilot guide with commentary

Not suitable for

  • People over 254 lbs (115 kg)

Meeting point

Mount Cook Aerodrome, Mount Cook Rd, Mount Cook 7999, New Zealand.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Sunglasses
  • Closed-toe shoes

Not allowed

  • Bags

Know before you go

  • 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

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 336 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Anthony – AustraliaApril 15, 2025 – Verified booking
If you are on the fence about whether to do this or not - DO IT! Totally worth it. We were very lucky with clear weather and the views were incredible.
P
Penelope – March 29, 2025 – Verified booking
The pilot was helpful, had safety and welfare at the top of his list. Informative, respectful and friendly. An amazing experience the weather was perfect, front row seat, couldn't of asked for any better. Thank you so much 😊
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Lawrence – United StatesMarch 18, 2025 – Verified booking
It was an awesome experience seeing the mountains and glaciers up close!

Product ID: 216693

Activity provider:INFLITE Mt Cook Ski Planes & Helicopters

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