Mount Cook Alpine Explorer Helicopter Flight with Alpine Landing

Overview

Available languages

English

35 minutes

Mobile ticket

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.

Admission Not Applicable

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.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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

Options

Mount Cook Alpine Explorer Helicopter Flight

Reviews

4.00

21 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Bad
Navigate05787645910,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
Pathetic 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
5.00
We 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
5.00
Professional 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
5.00
Whilst 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
1.00
My 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
5.00
Truly 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
5.00
It is awesome. Prepare to be wowed by the stunning nature in Mt Cook Park & the Tasman valley glaciers
Exhilarating with spectacular views
Debra O,,Nov 11, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
This ride was just perfect. The pilot Greg gave us much history of the area and pointed out areas of interest. Then, when we landed on the top of the mountain in the snow field, it was exhilarating. He took pictures and before we even took off the pictures were available in a beautiful card for us to purchase at the end of the Journey, it was worth every penny
Heli booking nz mt cook
Susanna k,,Sep 16, 2024
- Review from Viator
2.00
I booked heli flight in mt cook in late evening to next morning 9.00. I went airport office 8.30 like should be, they said i was the only one who booked that flight so i can't go. I asked why they called me yearlier that is cancelled that reason and i drove there in vain. They said office just opened so there was nobody at work at morning before 8.30. in any case, the weather was bad, but I would have liked to know when I booked the trip in the evening that no one else was coming so that I wouldn't have driven to the place in vain
No snow landing
Jenny K,,Feb 26, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00
Third time lucky Gorgeous day great flight - but I flew with my friend from Australia and booked this for a “snow landing” since he never seen snow - not a happening thing at this time of year - this should have been explained as we could’ve paid less just for a scenic flight which is all we got really