Private Tour
Mount Cook Tour: Finish at Queenstown, Christchurch or Dunedin
Overview
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Discover Aoraki Mount Cook on a scenic private journey for up to 3–4 people. Your day begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Queenstown, Christchurch, or Dunedin.
For Queenstown Pickup: Pass by Kawarau Suspension Bridge, Roaring Meg & Cromwell. Stop at Lindis Pass, and High Country Salmon.
For Christchurch Pickup: Pass through Geraldine and Fairlie, stop at Fairlie Bakehouse, and visit Lake Tekapo.
For Dunedin Pickup: Travel via Waitaki River and Omarama, with stops at Oamaru and High Country Salmon.
Enjoy panoramic stops at Lake Pukaki and a scenic drive to Mount Cook. Take in stunning views, walk the Hooker Valley Track with its swing bridges and Hooker Lake, spot alpine kea, or engage in Tasman Glacier View Walks. Visit the Mount Cook Visitor Centre to learn about the area’s history.
Choose to finish at Queenstown, Christchurch, Dunedin or end journey at Mount Cook. Total road time will be approximately 8.5 hours.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Packaged snacks & chocolates
Use of charging cables & emergency rain gear
Guide-Driver exclusively for your group
Packaged water bottles
Food & Drinks
Travel Insurance
Anything not described in the inclusions
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Lake Tekapo
For Christchurch pickups only: Visit the renowned ‘Church of the Good Shepherd’ and take in its picturesque setting against the backdrop of Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps. Enjoy a brief, leisurely walk along the shores of Lake Tekapo.
Lake Pukaki
As we approach Lake Pukaki, enjoy stops at panoramic lookout points. Visit Lake Pukaki, a stunning glacier-fed alpine lake known for its mesmerizing turquoise waters. Marvel at the beauty of this natural wonder as you take in the panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, including the majestic Aoraki/Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest peak.
Options
Dunedin to Queenstown
Duration: 13 hours: Pick at Dunedin & drop at Queenstown. Main Attractions: Lake Pukaki(30mins) & Mt Cook(3 hours).
Dunedin to Queenstown: You'll be picked up in Dunedin and dropped off in Queenstown after visiting Mt Cook.
Starting point:
Dunedin, New Zealand
Pickup included
Pickup&Dropoff at Christchurch
Duration: 13 hours: Pickup and dropoff at Christchurch. Main Attractions: Lake Tekapo (30 mins), Lake Pukaki (25 mins) & Mt Cook (3 hours).
Pickup&Dropoff at Christchurch: You'll be picked up & dropped off in Christchurch after visiting Mt Cook.
Starting point:
Christchurch, New Zealand
Pickup included
Queenstown to Dunedin
Duration: 13 hours: Pickup at Queenstown & dropoff at Dunedin. Main Attractions: Lake Pukaki(30mins) & Mt Cook(3 hours).
Queenstown to Dunedin: You'll be picked up in Queenstown and dropped off in Dunedin after visiting Mt Cook.
Starting point:
Queenstown, New Zealand
Pickup included
Pickup & Dropoff at Queenstown
Duration: 12 hours: Pickup and drop-off at Queenstown City. Main Attractions: Lake Pukaki (30 mins) & Mt Cook (3 hours).
Pickup & Dropoff at Queenstown: You'll be picked up & dropped off in Queenstown after visiting Mt Cook.
Starting point:
Queenstown, New Zealand
Pickup included
Christchurch To Queenstown
Duration: 13 hours: Pick at Christchurch & drop at Queenstown. Main Attractions: Lake Tekapo (30 mins), Lake Pukaki(25 mins) & Mt Cook(3 hours).
Christchurch To Queenstown: You'll be picked up in Christchurch and dropped off in Queenstown after visiting Mt Cook.
Starting point:
Christchurch, New Zealand
Pickup included
Pickup & Dropoff at Dunedin
Duration: 13 hours: Pickup and drop-off at Dunedin City. Main Attractions: Lake Pukaki (30 mins) & Mt Cook (3 hours).
Pickup & Dropoff at Dunedin: You'll be picked up & dropped off in Dunedin after visiting Mt Cook.
Starting point:
Dunedin, New Zealand
Pickup included
Dunedin to Christchurch
Duration: 13 hours: Pick at Dunedin & drop at Christchurch. Main Attractions: Lake Pukaki(30mins) & Mt Cook(3 hours).
Dunedin to Christchurch: You'll be picked up in Dunedin and dropped off in Christchurch after visiting Mt Cook.
Starting point:
Dunedin, New Zealand
Pickup included
Christchurch to Dunedin
Duration: 13 hours: Pick at Christchurch & drop at Dunedin. Main Attractions: Lake Tekapo (30 mins), Lake Pukaki(25 mins) & Mt Cook(3 hours).
Christchurch to Dunedin: You'll be picked up in Christchurch and dropped off in Dunedin after visiting Mt Cook.
Starting point:
Christchurch, New Zealand
Pickup included
Queenstown to Christchurch
Duration: 13 hours: Pickup at Queenstown & drop at Christchurch. Main Attractions: Lake Pukaki(30mins) & Mt Cook(3 hrs).
Queenstown to Christchurch: You'll be picked up in Queenstown and dropped off in Christchurch after visiting Mt Cook.
Starting point:
Queenstown, New Zealand
Pickup included
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very nice experience with Rango!
Sherpa46613902910,
Jul 3, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00We join one day private tour to Mount Cook and Lake Tekapo. Rango is a very kind and helpful tour guide. He prepared everything so well and the car was also tidy and comfortable!!! He gave us a wonderful experience in Queenstown!! Thank you very much! best tour guide ever!! from Hong Kong
Stunning Views and Breathtaking Turquoise water
theosZ945VL,
Jul 25, 2024
- Tripadvisor
5.00I recently took a day trip with my friends to Mt Cook, and it was an incredible experience. The drive there offers stunning views, especially of the turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki. Once at Mt Cook, we enjoyed a scenic walk on Hooker Valley Track, which is great for all ages. Our guide provided a bunch of snacks which was great as we had it at Glacier Lake surrounded by breathtaking views of glaciers. The car was comfortable and organized. Our guide RV took beautiful pictures of us. Highly recommend! Just a small tip to travelers that wear comfortable shoes if you are keen for hike and layer of clothes due to weather.
Private tour experience was excellent
lisawZ42HR,
Mar 13, 2024
- Tripadvisor
5.00Private tour experience was wonderful! It's always fantastic when a knowledgeable guide can enhance your trip and take care of you throughout the journey.
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