Mount Cook Alpine Explorer Helicopter Flight with Alpine Landing
Overview
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35 minutes
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Aoraki / Mount Cook was named the cloud piercer by Máori. You’ll see for yourself on this flight over the Ben Ohau mountain range and peaks of the Southern Alps that surround this storied mountain. Your helicopter will manoeuvre you to an alpine vantage point where it’s safe for an alpine landing and time to take it all in.
*Snow landings are not guaranteed and are subject to season.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult, Children under 15kgs are required to sit on a parents lap.
It is recommended that warm clothing and suitable footwear be worn on this tour due to cold temperatures.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Soar above the Ben Ohau Mountain Range and the peaks of the Southern Alps. Step outside and take in the views from an alpine snow landing. New Zealand's highest mountain seen from a truly magnificent viewpoint.
Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)
Experience an alpine landing in the Mount Cook National Park where you will take in the stunning landscapes, vast valleys, towering peaks and weaving rivers from a viewpoint making you feel like you are on top of the world.
What‘s Included
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Allow 35-minute total trip duration including alpine landing.
Pilot guide & commentary
Alpine landing (snow subject to season) approx. 10 minutes
Scenic helicopter flight
Items of a personal nature
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Mount Cook Alpine Explorer Helicopter Flight
Reviews
24 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great customer service, friendly people, safe and delightful experience.
dont969,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our initial helicopter hike was canceled due to high winds. Everyone was so helpful and rescheduling us on a similar adventure two additional times. Theywere quick to provide our refunds and explained our options. Once we finally got to do our adventure up to the glacier, everyone was wonderful. The pilot was great and the experience was fantastic. We will definitely recommend using this same company two friends that will be coming over here
Super accommodating
E6090RYcassiea,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great customer service and amazing first helicopter ride! We were originally booked on a heli hike but had to switch multiple times due to weather. But the employees were really accommodating and rescheduled us for another time that worked. After 3 reschedules we finally got to take a ride in one of their newest helicopters and it ended up being a private ride! We even got to take home a photo. Thanks so much for making this experience happen for us!
Amazing experience
GeM833,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was great. We were lucky with the weather and just 4 guests instead of 6 in the helicopter. Because the helicopter company is quite close to Mt Cook you have plenty of time to cirkel the summits and gletsjers.
Bad
Navigate05787645910,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Pathetic experience! Our ride got delayed on the first day and got rescheduled for the next day. We waited for 4 hours and same was cancelled again due to operational issues and weather conditions.
A fun short flight
Amos1959,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took the short flight, and it was as expected. The pilot was very nice, and the crew on the dispatch was the same. Good the get the feeling of the place.
Recommended
jokea762,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Professional organization. Staff are friendly and helpful. The helicopter ride was fantastic. The pilot explains during the flight. We had plenty of time to take pictures on the snowfield. Highly recommended.
Just Brilliant
shollyoa,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Whilst there was a mix up with our booking the girls sorted it out without fuss. The resulting flight experience was even more enjoyable than expected. Just brilliant.
Bad customer service and lack of communication
damienn409,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00My kids were so excited for this first-time experience, but the delay and poor customer service turned it into the worst experience we’ve ever had. We booked for a family of four with a 9 am start and were told to call one hour prior to confirm. At 8 am I was assured the flight was going ahead and asked to be at the meeting point by 8:30. The weather was fine—sunny despite the previous night’s snow. However, on arrival we were told the flight was delayed and asked to stay on standby. This dragged on until 11 am, with no clear communication. During this time we saw other helicopter flights depart and land with passengers. Each time we checked at reception, we were given a different explanation. While delays can happen, what made this unacceptable was: a) being given conflicting reasons each time we asked, and b) watching other flights go ahead, which made us feel like second-class customers.
Must Do!
kensK2593UN,Apr 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Truly an amazing flight--a must do if you're touring NZ and want to really appreciate the beauty. The pilot was exceptionally professional and knowledgeable about the land.
Fun
Maura O,Dec 23, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00It is awesome. Prepare to be wowed by the stunning nature in Mt Cook Park & the Tasman valley glaciers
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