Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience
Get ready for a breathtaking journey to the foot of New Zealand’s tallest mountain! This small-group, full-day adventure takes you through some of the South Island’s most iconic and dramatic landscapes — from sparkling lakes and alpine passes to glacier-fed rivers and towering peaks. While at Aoraki/Mount Cook, you'll experience the Ultimate Alpine Experience: a 45-minute scenic flight by ski plane and helicopter, including a glacier landing on the mighty Tasman Glacier. Take in unforgettable aerial views of the Tasman Terminal Lake, Grand Plateau, Hochstetter Icefall, and the cloud-piercing summit of Aoraki/Mt Cook — a true highlight of your South Island journey.
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Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience
What's included in Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Lake WakatipuPass-by Only
Begin your day tracing the stunning shoreline of Lake Wakatipu as we leave Queenstown. Snow-capped peaks and the crystal-clear waters of this glacial lake set a breathtaking tone for the journey ahead
CromwellPass-by Only
Travel through the famed Gibbston wine region and historic Cromwell—famous for its orchards and gold-mining past. Your guide will share stories of the area’s rich heritage as the scenery transitions from alpine to high-country.
Lindis PassPass-by Only
Cross the dramatic Lindis Pass, a high-altitude route with sweeping views of tussock-covered hills. This iconic South Island pass connects Otago with Mackenzie Country and offers excellent photo opportunities
Inclusions
- Ski plane and Helicopter flight - with Glacier landing
- GST (Goods and Services tax)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Snacks
- Water - Bring you own reusable water bottle
- Wifi on Board
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Marmolada Cafe - 7.00am
