Mount Cook Return Scenic Flights from Queenstown with Glacier Boat Tour
Fitness level moderate
Intensity level moderate
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Highlights & inclusions
Fly up the spine of the South Island
Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Wanaka
Marvel at the aerial views of Mt. Cook
Experienced Glacier Explorers guides
Embark on a 30-minute alpine walk
Take a ride on glacial boat tour
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$965.08AUD
Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to experience
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What you can expect
Fly from Queenstown to the Eastern side of the Mount Cook on this unique Queenstown trip where you'll experience the Tasman Terminal Lake from the water.
Dates in Queenstown (so we can work around weather windows)
If you weigh 140kg (310lbs) or more, please visit our office before your flight. This allows us to verify that the aircraft seatbelts will fit comfortably for your safety and comfort during the flight. Generally, we have found that individuals around 140kg meet the requirements in most cases.
If you cannot visit us in person, please measure the seatbelt length across your lap while seated, from your right hip to your left hip. The estimated length is 120cm, similar to standard aircraft seatbelts. If you believe your measurements exceed this length, please inform us.
Inclusions
Round trip scenic flight from Queenstown to Mt. Cook Airport with landing
30-minute alpine walk and approximately 1 hour boat tour on the Tasman Terminal Lake with our partners Glacier Explorers
Complimentary transfers to and from Queenstown Airport available
Your guaranteed window seat
$1 donation per passenger to the Kea Conservation Trust
Highlights
Fly up the spine of the South Island, enjoying panoramic views of Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea on one side and Lake Pukaki, arguably New Zealand’s most beautiful lake
Marvel at the most awe-inspiring aerial views of the summit ridge of Mt. Cook and the Tasman Glacier
Team up with your Glacier Explorers guides, departing from the Hermitage Hotel
Bus to the Tasman Valley and embark on a 30-minute alpine walk through the moraine and National Park
Take a ride on New Zealand’s only glacial boat tour
Seasons
Glacier Explorers operated from the start of September to the end of May. The glacier lake freezes over winter. The start of each season is subject to the lake thawing
Time
This experience departs at 9am
Please call experience provider 1 hour before your scheduled flight time on the day of your flight for your weather check
If you are self driving, your check in time is 30 minutes prior to departure
Duration
The duration of this experience is approximately 6 hours.
Departure Location
This experience departs from Queenstown Airport Main terminal building, 1 Sir Henry Wigley Drive.
What To Bring
Any essential medication
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Camera – make sure it’s fully charged
Warm clothing layers – including a decent jacket
Sensible footwear is essential
Bottle of water
A daypack
Snacks/Lunch
Additional Information
There is no food included, you are welcome to bring your own lunch with you. You will also have some time after your Tasman Glacier Explorers trip to grab a bite to eat at the Hermitage Hotel Cafe, with Mt. Cook as your view.
Our flights are weather-dependent. Pilots will make a weather check 1 hour before each scheduled departure. If we cannot fly due to adverse weather conditions, we will attempt to reschedule depending on the passenger's schedule and flight availability
You will need to be able to walk 1.5km (1 mile) in 25 minutes. This is an alpine walk through the Mt. Cook National Park to the boat departure point
The minimum age for children on this trip is 4 years old. Each child aged 4-9 years inclusive must be accompanied by an adult (i.e. 1:1 ratio)
If over 140kgs please experience provider
This experience is not wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
Booking Information
Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements