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25-Minute Helicopter flight including an alpine landing

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**For Guaranteed snow landings all year round, please book our Mt Cook: Ski Plane & Helicopter Glacier flight**

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. 75% of the year, however due to seasonality, snow landings cannot be guaranteed all year round.

What's Included

  • Live commentary on board
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
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Meeting Location

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Mount Cook Road
Canterbury 7999, New Zealand

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Tasman Glacier (pass by)

Explore the valleys and peaks of Aoraki Mt Cook National Park. Fly over the iceberg dotted Tasman Terminal Lake before landing on the beautiful Brass Peak or Liebig Dome, within the Aoraki Mt Cook National Park - viewing the surrounding snow-capped mountain ranges right from take off, you'll be captivated throughout the entire flight!Enjoy the comfort, safety and performance of AS350 Squirrel helicopters. Our pilots offer informative and interesting commentary throughout the flight to ensure you receive the best possible experience.Don’t miss this stunning and unique experience. Join this tour for a special experience that will leave you with memories you will cherish for life - as well as some incredible photo opportunities looking over Aoraki Mt Cook National Park!Check in closes 45 minutes prior to the flight time
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Mount Cook Ski Planes & Helicopters by Inflite

Depart the Aoraki Mt Cook Airport and fly over the Tasman braided rivers, landing on top of a mountain top looking directly at Aoraki Mt Cook and the Tasman Valley. The landing on the mountain top is approximately 10-15 minutes long.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Flights may be cancelled due to weather conditions
  • Minimum number of 4 people per flight applies before the flight will operate

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 25-Minute Helicopter flight including an alpine landing?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-22551P8

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 25-Minute Helicopter flight including an alpine landing?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Live commentary on board.
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly.
The following is NOT included:
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the 25-Minute Helicopter flight including an alpine landing is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 25-Minute Helicopter flight including an alpine landing will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • Live commentary on board
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Flights may be cancelled due to weather conditions
  • Minimum number of 4 people per flight applies before the flight will operate
  • CHECK IN CLOSES 30 MINUTES PRIOR
  • If you do not have your own transport please contact the company directly
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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