Aoraki/Mount Cook 'the cloud piercer', our highest peak dominates the Southern Alps mountain range that divides New Zealand's South Island into east and west. The Mt Cook National Park's towering mountains, vast glaciers and remote snowfields inspired Sir Edmund Hillary, before his quest of Mt Everest.

This flight takes you past the Hochstetter Icefall on Aoraki/Mt Cook and the upper Tasman Glacier before a thrilling alpine landing in the snow. You'll fly home through the remote Burnett Mountains with the expansive and arid Mackenzie Basin below you.

Mount Cook: Mountains High 40-Minute Helicopter Flight

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.

Mount Cook Alpine Explorer Helicopter Flight with Alpine Landing

What better way to start your Alps to Ocean adventure than with a scenic flight through the Southern Alps to gain the perfect overview of the area!

This Aoraki / Mount Cook scenic flight includes a helicopter flight along the entire length of the mighty Tasman Glacier. All our helicopter tours include a commentary from the pilot. They are passionate about their backyard and will show you the hidden treasures of the national park that only a local expert can.

Fly the full length of the Haupapa/Tasman Glacier before landing to get a sense of its scale and grandeur.

Once airborne again, we transfer you and your bike across the Tasman River to Rotten Tommy, the starting point of your cycle journey.

If you would like to book just an A2O transfer, call our Aoraki Mount Cook office for trip and flight advice to make the most of your Aoraki adventure.

Full-day Tours in Aoraki Mount Cook Mount Cook Village

Mount Cook: Mountains High 40-Minute Helicopter Flight

Mount Cook Alpine Explorer Helicopter Flight with Alpine Landing

Alps To Ocean Bike Transfer and Tasman Glacier Explorer flight