Mt Cook & Ultimate Alpine Experience Small Group Tour Package from Queenstown

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12 hours

Queenstown

Basic Information

Magpie ID: SNZDPI

Category: Tours & Sightseeing

Trip difficultly: Easy

Currency: NZD

Language: English

TimeZone: (GMT+12:00) Auckland

Booking Cutoff: minutes before travel date (midnight)

Highlights

Scenic drive through Kawarau Gorge, Cromwell, and Lindis Pass
Fly in a Helicopter and Ski Plane
Activities like the Kea Point Track, or visit the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre.
Visit High a Country Salmon Farm
Scenic drive through Kawarau Gorge, Cromwell, and Lindis Pass
Fly in a Helicopter and Ski Plane
Activities like the Kea Point Track, or visit the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre.
Visit High a Country Salmon Farm

Included

Bus
Snacks and water provided during the tour
Fly in Helicopter And Ski Plane
Visit High Country Salmon Farm

Excluded

tickets to other locations

Summary Description

This small-group, fully-guided day trip offers the ultimate Mt Cook and Aoraki National Park experience, combining scenic flights in both a helicopter and a ski plane, including a thrilling glacier landing on the Tasman Glacier.

Description

Depart from Queenstown: Begin the journey with a scenic drive through Kawarau Gorge, Cromwell, and Lindis Pass, making stops for photos and sightseeing along the way.

Fly in a Helicopter and Ski Plane: Experience a thrilling scenic flight over the Aoraki/Mt Cook region, including a glacier landing on the Tasman Glacier.

Explore Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park: Enjoy free time to take part in activities like the Kea Point Track, or visit the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre.

Taste Local Delights: Visit High Country Salmon to feed the fish and sample fresh salmon, and stop at Jacksons Orchard (seasonal) for fruit or real fruit ice cream.

Return to Queenstown: Relax on the journey back to Queenstown, reflecting on the unforgettable experiences and scenic views.

Start / End Location

Start Location: City Center Queenstown, Eichardts Building, Level/1 Marine Parade, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

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End Location: City Center Queenstown, Eichardts Building, Level/1 Marine Parade, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

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Points of interest

Aoraki / Mount Cook, Aoraki / Mount Cook, Canterbury Region 7999, New Zealand

Pricing

		NET RATE
PRICING
Adult	18-95 years	Available on request
Child	5-18 years	Available on request

		RETAIL PRICE	NET RATE
PRICING
Adult	18-95 years	$779.00	Available on request
Child	5-18 years	$728.00	Available on request

		NET RATE
PRICING
Adult	18-95 years	Available on request
Child	5-18 years	Available on request

Know before you book

Weather-dependent: Flights and glacier landing may be altered or cancelled based on conditions.
Moderate fitness required for optional walking tracks.
Cancellation policies vary — check with the tour provider

Know before you go

Arrive early for departure — allow extra time for hotel transfers or check-in.
Dress in layers; bring a waterproof jacket and warm clothing for glacier conditions.
Sunglasses and sunscreen recommended — strong alpine sun and glare off ice
Pack light — bring essentials only due to limited space in the aircraft.

Cancellation

Cancellation Policy: standard
Cancellation Cut-off: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund