Best of · MOUNT COOK HELICOPTER TOURS
A helicopter is the expensive line on most itineraries. These 5 mount cook helicopter tours earn it, priced per seat and timed honestly, so you can decide in a couple of minutes.
You’ll fly from Mount Cook Aerodrome through the Tasman Valley, past a blue glacier lake, then land in the Southern Alps for mountain views and photos. Your English-speaking pilot provides commentary throughout. Snow landings happen most of the year, but summer conditions can change that.
“It was an awesome experience seeing the mountains and glaciers up close!”
You’ll fly over Aoraki Mount Cook National Park by ski plane and helicopter, with a snow landing on the Tasman Glacier. The route and aircraft order may change with weather. English-speaking pilots, free parking, and flexible rescheduling are included.
“It was brilliant! The wind was picking up so was a bit hit and miss as to whether it would go ahead, but the team were great at keeping me informed (shoutout to Tina for being amazing and making sure I was able to get a slot!) Can’t recommend enough!”
From Mount Cook Airport, you’ll fly over Tasman Glacier Lake, land on the ice, and spend two hours hiking among crevasses and ice formations. Guides such as Kerry, Scott, Maddie, and Jess have earned high praise for clear safety advice and glacier knowledge. Equipment is provided, but bring warm layers and sturdy shoes.
“excellent day. the helicopter ride and the glacier hike itself was amazing. both the pilot and the glacier guide as well as all the staff at the airport were amazing. would recommend this activity”
From Glentanner, fly for about 55 minutes over Aoraki Mount Cook, Tasman Glacier, Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier. Your pilot provides commentary, and the flight includes an alpine snow landing where you can step out for mountain views. Groups are limited to six people.
“The ground staff provided excellent services by explaining details of our trip and safety procedures. Greg, both our pilot and guide, carried us safely over top of the mountains as well as throughout the trip! We are pleased to say that the whole trip was memorable caused it was managed by capable hands.”
Fly from Aoraki/Mount Cook over Tasman Glacier Lake, cross the Southern Alps, and see Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers from above. You will land on a glacier for photos and snow time. The English-speaking pilot provides commentary, and check-in is at Glacier Helicopters on Bowen Drive.
“Once-in-a-lifetime experience. The views were so spectacular I thought I was in heaven. The ride was smooth. The pilot was knowledgeable and friendly - when we stopped on the glacier he took great photos of us. I am afraid of heights and was on fence about the entire experience - but I am so glad I did it. It was a highlight of the trip.”
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