Mt Cook Full Day Tour from Queenstown with Ultimate Alpine Flight
Highlights & inclusions
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Embark on an unforgettable day trip from Queenstown to Aoraki Mt Cook National Park, topped off with a breathtaking scenic flight. Travel in comfort through the stunning landscapes of Central Otago and Mackenzie Country, with scenic stops along the way. Gaze at the turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki before arriving at Mt Cook Village, where adventure awaits.
Take to the skies on this ultimate alpine experience, the only tour of its kind to combine a skiplane and helicopter flight. Soar past Aoraki Mt Cook and the Tasman Valley before landing on the Tasman Glacier—step out and soak in the awe-inspiring alpine views! After your flight, enjoy free time to explore Mt Cook Village, including complimentary entry to the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre. As the day winds down, relax on the return journey to Queenstown, taking in the breathtaking landscapes one last time. A perfect adventure for families seeking a mix of thrill, beauty, and discovery!
What you need to know
- Unique 45 minute scenic helicopter and ski plane flight
- Free time in Mt Cook Village
- Complimentary access to Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
- Scenic stops including Cromwell, The Lindis, Omarama and Twizel
- Onboard Wi-Fi
- A stop for lunch is included but the cost of lunch is not included
- This experience departs at 7:30AM from Queenstown, returning at 7:30PM
- As this is a full day tour, please allow 12 hours
- This experience departs from your selected Queenstown hotel, or the main bus stop routes in Queenstown town centre and along Frankton Road
- The tour provider pick ups from select Queenstown hotels and the main bus stop routes in Queenstown town centre and along Frankton Road
- Upon booking, please advise your preferred pick up location
- An extra warm layer of clothing
- Camera
- Sunblock & sunglasses
- Waterproof jacket
- Suitable walking shoes
- As this is a weather-dependent tour, if there is a risk of adverse weather conditions that will impact the operation of the tour, you will be contacted the day prior to your trip to explore alternative options
- The scenic flight is subject to availability
- Individual weights are required for the helicopter company at the time of booking
- The scenic flight is provided by a separate provider who will provide a safety briefing before taking you on a 45 minute scenic helicopter and ski plane flight
- Please allow extra time for check-in and safety briefing
- Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no-shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
