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Glenorchy Air – Phenomenal – Mt Cook – Fly/Glacier Explorers/Fly

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Mt. Cook – Fly | Glacier Explorers | Fly: Soar over the Southern Alps, land in Mt. Cook National Park, and experience New Zealand’s only glacial boat tour on the Tasman Glacier. A full-day adventure with phenomenal alpine views and unforgettable scenery!

The experience

Phenomenal – Mt Cook – Fly/Glacier Explorers/Fly – New Zealand’s only glacial boat tour.

Experience New Zealand’s only glacial boat tour combined with a scenic flight over the Southern Alps on this full-day adventure. Departing from Queenstown at 9:00am, you’ll enjoy a 2-hour round-trip flight with guaranteed window seats, flying along the spine of the South Island and taking in panoramic views of Lake Wanaka, Lake Hawea, Lake Pukaki, the Franz and Fox Glaciers, and the Tasman Glacier within Aoraki Mt. Cook National Park. Upon landing at Mt. Cook Airport on the outskirts of Mt. Cook Village, you’ll be transferred to the Hermitage Hotel and join Glacier Explorers guides for a 30-minute alpine walk through the Tasman Valley moraine. Then, embark on a 1-hour glacial boat tour across Tasman Terminal Lake, cruising past towering ice walls, icebergs, and lateral moraines. After the boat tour, there is time to enjoy a snack at the Hermitage Hotel Cafe with Mt. Cook as your backdrop before returning to Queenstown on a different flight path via the Lindis Pass, offering more spectacular scenery. This experience is available for children aged 4 and above and adults. The tour includes scenic flights, alpine walk, glacial boat tour, guaranteed window seats, a $1 donation per passenger to the Kea Conservation Trust, and complimentary transfers to and from Queenstown Airport.

Trip Highlights:

Fly along the spine of the South Island with panoramic views of Lake Wanaka, Lake Hawea, and Lake Pukaki
Marvel at the Franz and Fox Glaciers and the Tasman Glacier within Aoraki Mt. Cook National Park
Land at Mt. Cook Airport and transfer to the Hermitage Hotel
Take a 30-minute alpine walk through the Tasman Valley moraine with Glacier Explorers guides
Enjoy a 1-hour glacial boat tour on Tasman Terminal Lake, cruising past ice walls, icebergs, and lateral moraines
Optional snack at the Hermitage Hotel Cafe with Mt. Cook as your backdrop
Return flight to Queenstown following a different scenic route via the Lindis Pass
Guaranteed window seat, $1 donation per passenger to the Kea Conservation Trust, and complimentary transfers to/from Queenstown Airport
Availability is from October to April

Supplier : Glenorchy Air

The highlights

Discover the grandeur of New Zealand’s South Island with panoramic flights, glacier views, and a unique boat tour, all culminating in a scenic return through the Lindis Pass.

Embark on a visual feast of New Zealand’s natural wonders—majestic glaciers, serene lakes, and stunning alpine scenery—combined with a thrilling glacial boat tour and a picturesque flight home.

Fly over New Zealand's dramatic landscapes, including stunning lakes and glaciers, enjoy an exhilarating glacier boat tour, and savor the scenic beauty of the Lindis Pass on your return flight.

Capture the essence of New Zealand’s South Island with breathtaking aerial views of lakes and glaciers, an unforgettable glacial boat tour, and a picturesque flight through the Lindis Pass.

Marvel at the stunning contrasts of New Zealand’s landscapes—soaring over serene lakes, majestic glaciers, and cruising through ice formations, followed by a scenic return flight over lush highlands.

The details

Duration
Duration: Full Day
TIME OF TOUR: 9 AM
Activity Duration : 2 HRS
Flight Time : 2 HRS

Check In
Check In closes 30 minutes prior to departure time.

Location: Queenstown Airport, Terminal Building Sir Henry Wigley Drive, Frankton, Queenstown 9300

Transport
Central Queenstown Pick Up.

Additional Inclusions
N/A

The restrictions

Physical
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.

Accessibility
We can assist passengers with limited mobility who are able to walk slightly and can help them navigate the aircraft steps. However, accommodating individuals in wheelchairs presents unique challenges, and we may not be able to facilitate those flights. We encourage you to contact us to discuss your specific circumstances for personalized advice.

Pregnancy & Babies
Not suitable for pregnant women.

Children
The minimum age for children on this trip is 4 years old.

The common questions

Can I bring a camera?

Cameras are recommended, but carried at your own risk.

What should I wear?

Dress for the weather – comfortable clothes, closed toe shoes are a must.

Are there safety lockers?

Bring a small bag to keep your belongings with you.

What if the weather is bad?

Weather checks are made 1 HR before your departure time.

What is the cancellation policy?

Our standard cancellation policy of written notice 48 hours prior for full refund applies for this activity. For more information please refer to our terms and conditions.