55-Minute Grand Circle Helicopter
Soar through the sky on this 55-minute scenic Helicopter experience through the Mt Cook and Westland National Parks flying over the Fox, Franz Josef and Tasman Glacier, included a glacier landing (10-15 minutes). The ultimate way to see the Southern Alps and a bucket list flight.
Check in closes 45 minutes prior to the flight time.
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Grand Circle
55 Minute Southern Alps Helicopter Tour from Mount Cook
What's included in 55-Minute Grand Circle Helicopter
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Tasman Glacier
A 55 minute flight that flies right around Aoraki Mt Cook and over to the West Coast for stunning views of the Fox, Franz Josef and Tasman Glaciers. Includes a glacier landing for 10-15 minutes for great photos.
Franz Josef Glacier
Stunning views of the Fox, Franz Josef and Tasman glaciers, including a glacier landing
Mount Cook Ski Planes & Helicopters by Inflite
Includes a glacier landing on the Tasman Glacier, NZ's largest glacier. Snow all year round
Inclusions
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Live commentary on board
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Flights may be cancelled due to weather conditions
- Minimum of 4 people per flight applies before the flight will operate
- Departure time will vary daily depending on bookings and weather conditions
- Time of departure will be confirmed 24 hours prior to date of flight
- Check in closes 45 minutes prior to flight time
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The airport is located 3 minutes prior to Aoraki Mount Cook Village on State Highway 80.
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Ticket Redemption
• Advisable to bring: A warm jacket, shoes appropriate to walk in snow, sunglasses, camera • We require you to contact us on the day of your flight to check weather conditions at our airport. Our NZ free phone number is (0800) 800 702 or you can reach us on +64 3 430 8026 All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.
