Glacier Highlights - Helicopter Scenic flight
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Experience breathtaking helicopter flights over New Zealands Southern Alps
Enjoy silent serenity while flying above Aoraki Mt Cook and national park
See snow capped mountains bright blue glacier lakes and lush greenery
Capture stunning aerial views of dramatic peaks valleys and alpine terrain
Scenic Helicopter Flights Showcase the Beauty of New Zealand’s Southern Alps
Visitors to New Zealand's Southern Alps are being offered an unforgettable aerial experience through scenic helicopter flights over Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park. The tours provide passengers with a unique opportunity to witness some of the country's most spectacular landscapes from above, revealing panoramic views that are rarely accessible from the ground.
From takeoff, travellers are treated to sweeping vistas of snow-capped peaks, shimmering glacier lakes, and vibrant alpine terrain. As the helicopter soars across the rugged mountain landscape, passengers gain a remarkable perspective of the dramatic valleys and towering summits that define the region, making the journey especially appealing to photographers and nature enthusiasts.
One of the highlights of the approximately 45-minute flight is the journey through the Tasman Valley, culminating in a glacier landing. This special stop allows guests to step onto the pristine ice, capture memorable photographs, and experience firsthand the remote beauty of New Zealand's alpine environment.
After exploring the glacier, passengers return to Mount Cook Airport, completing an adventure that blends excitement, natural beauty, and comfort. Combining breathtaking scenery with the thrill of helicopter travel, the scenic flight continues to attract visitors seeking an extraordinary way to experience the grandeur of the Southern Alps.
Scenic Helicopter Flights Showcase the Beauty of New Zealand’s Southern Alps
Visitors to New Zealand's Southern Alps are being offered an unforgettable aerial experience through scenic helicopter flights over Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park. The tours provide passengers with a unique opportunity to witness some of the country's most spectacular landscapes from above, revealing panoramic views that are rarely accessible from the ground.
From takeoff, travellers are treated to sweeping vistas of snow-capped peaks, shimmering glacier lakes, and vibrant alpine terrain. As the helicopter soars across the rugged mountain landscape, passengers gain a remarkable perspective of the dramatic valleys and towering summits that define the region, making the journey especially appealing to photographers and nature enthusiasts.
One of the highlights of the approximately 45-minute flight is the journey through the Tasman Valley, culminating in a glacier landing. This special stop allows guests to step onto the pristine ice, capture memorable photographs, and experience firsthand the remote beauty of New Zealand's alpine environment.
After exploring the glacier, passengers return to Mount Cook Airport, completing an adventure that blends excitement, natural beauty, and comfort. Combining breathtaking scenery with the thrill of helicopter travel, the scenic flight continues to attract visitors seeking an extraordinary way to experience the grandeur of the Southern Alps.
- Helicopter scenic flight
- Experienced pilot
- Gratuities
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I had an absolutely wonderful helicopter experience with Mt Cook Ski Planes & Helicopters (Tasman Taster), and it was hands-down one of the best things I have done in New Zealand! Visited on Dec 1st and the scenic flight over Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park was breathtaking. Soaring above the stunning glaciers, icefalls, and snow-capped peaks felt like being in another world. The highlight was the alpine snow landing, where we stepped out onto pristine snow with incredible panoramic views of the Southern Alps. The pilot was professional, knowledgeable, and shared fascinating insights about the area, making the whole trip even more memorable. The team on the ground was friendly and efficient, and everything ran smoothly.
The staff really cares about safety. We originally booked a Heli Hike, but it was canceled due to weather condition. Fortunately, the weather improved the next day, and we were able to rebook a Helicopter Scenic Flight immediately. The boarding process was very smooth, and the pilot was extremely professional. Best of all were the breathtaking glacier views—this is absolutely a must-do experience.
BEWARE. Each seat is not a window seat on their flights. They do not have a clue of what a scenic flight means. Being stuck in a cramped middle seat with no view is not anyone’s idea of a scenic flight. They cram people in the helicopter and the ski plane like sardines in a can. And two rows of three people each. If you are the lucky one in the middle seat, your scenic view is the heads of the people in front of you. That’s why you spent all this money to come to New Zealand and pay for the helicopter/ski plane scenic tour? Had we known this we would have booked with someone else but by the time we were told to sit in the middle seat at the time of boarding it was too late. And to add insult to injury, the lady helping with boarding was rude. She needs to find a job working with cargo planes given her attitude about loading passengers in a plane. And their response to asking about being in the middle seat is that they will rotate people on the flight back. So basically if not you, then some other unlucky soul would be stuck in the middle seat of a “scenic” flight. There has to be better options. Even if it was the cheapest( which I doubt it is), it’s still not worth the opportunity cost of not really seeing anything after getting on a “scenic” flight except the heads in front of you. See the photos to get an idea of your scenic view in these cramped plane/helicopter
