Highlights
- 45min scenic ski plane flight
- Enjoy a glacier landing high up in the Tasman Valley
- Views of Aoraki Mt Cook
- Fly within the Aoraki Mt Cook National Park
Description
Imagine the serenity of soaring high over the Aoraki Mt Cook National park in a ski plane, heading up the Tasman Valley with views over the Hochstetter Icefall to the majestic summit of New Zealand’s highest peak Aoraki Mt Cook.
Even before you depart from Glentanner Airport the views up the valley are stunning, boarding your ski plane and taking off brings you to the centre of the snow-capped mountains, bright blue glacier lakes and lush green vegetation of the lower slopes.
Once you have travelled up the Tasman Valley your pilot will find a safe landing spot on the glacier and set you down on the snow below the summit of Aaraki Mt Cook to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the snow in this alpine environment.
Your knowledgeable pilot/guide will be able to point out well known landmarks, glaciers and possibly even a few of our infamous Kea’s, New Zealand’s only alpine parrot. An inquisitive, cheeky native bird that will entertain you while stealing anything it can get it’s beak on.
The photographic opportunities on this scenic flight are endless, creating an incredible journey you will fondly remember.
Trip Includes
- Scenic flight in a Ski Plane
- Snow landing
- Informative commentary
- Mt Cook Village transfers if required
Duration
- Allow two hours for the full experience
- Three departures thoughout the day
- Operates daily all year
Departures
- Regular departures available
Other Information
- We suggest booking a morning flight as if often offers the best flying conditions
- If weather conditions require us to cancel or postone your trip, you can reschedule or contact us for a full refund
- Please dress warmly and wear suitable shoes for in the snow
What should you bring:
- Sunglasses
- Closed/covered shoes
- Warm clothing - it's usually around 10 degrees on the glacier so wear a couple of layers
- Camera for those Instagram worthy shots but please no drones or selfie sticks
- A big smile!
Normal Retail Prices
- Adult: NZD$499.00
- Child: NZD$349.00
All prices shown in NZD$.
