50-Minute Glacier Explorer Flight from Queenstown
Overview
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50 minutes
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Head west over the Queenstown basin and Paradise Valley and into Mt Aspiring National Park. Enjoy an exhilarating flight past spectacular mountains and blue-green ice falls before landing on one of the many glaciers within the Forbes Mountains. There’s time for photos in the snow before heading back towards Queenstown past hidden alpine lakes and the rich gold mining history of Skippers Canyon.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infants will be charged at the child rate (0-3 years old sit on adults lap)
Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers must supply accurate weights upon booking.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Landing and facility fees
Headsets to hear the pilot clearly
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Mount Aspiring National Park
Enjoy a landing on top of a snowy glacier .
Options
Glacier Explorer - Early Bird
Pickup included
50-Minute Glacier Explorer Flight from Queenstown
Pickup included
Reviews
126 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Exceptional experience ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Tee N,
Sep 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was probably one of the best things I've done in my life! The staff were wonderful and our pilot Kurt was fantastic. Great commentary throughout, smooth flight and great photographer for us once we landed on Clarke Glacier. Our 9am flight was cancelled, but we were able to get on a 2pm flight which gave us the most beautiful blue skies that made the experience breathe taking. I'd highly recommend this experience to anyone
10/10 experience
Hind A,
Jul 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00Absolutely lovely. Definitely would recommend The pilot was a great guy, took photos of us, and was very cool.
Absolutely unreal...
Raquel S,
Jul 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Absolutely unreal experience!! Definitely worth it! Pilot was very knowledgeable about the area. Stopping on the mountain was just incredible!
50-Minute Glacier Explorer
Leonor R,
Jun 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Totally amazing ! Awesome experience landing on a Glacier. Our pilot, was professional & courteous… highly recommend this adventure!!
Unforgettable experience
Sean M,
May 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00A thoroughly unforgettable experience! Incredible views from start to finish. Within 15 mins we were up in the mountains and glaciers. A professional company, highly recommended
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