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MOUNT COOK SIGHTSEEING
AND ATTRACTIONS
 

MOUNT COOK SKIPLANES
THE SOUTHERN ALPS ... backbone of mainland New Zealand. A majestic mountain range combining snow fed rivers, yawning ravines, soaring peaks and towering rock faces, carved over thousands of years by mighty glaciers.  Nestled at the base of New Zealand's tallest peak is Mount Cook Village, the departure point for our world famous Ski Plane flights.

GLACIER HIGHLIGHTS
Code MONSSPA1

Approx 40 minutes.
Spectacular scenery and majestic mountains that are almost close enough to touch. Land on a glacier and absorb the tranquillity and silence of this pristine alpine environment. 

> Child 3 years & under fly Free of Charge

THE GRAND CIRCLE
Code MONSSPA2

Approx 55 minutes.
Panoramic views of the stunning Alps. See Aoraki - Mount Cook close-up. Fly over the Main Divide and view the West Coast glaciers. Included is the unique thrill of a Ski Plane landing and a stroll high on a glacier in complete silence. 

> Child 3 years & under fly Free of Charge

THE HELICOPTER LINE, MOUNT COOK

The Helicopter Line is New Zealand's leading helicopter company, operating with a fleet of modern jet helicopters based at Mount Cook, Franz Josef Glacier, Fox Glacier and Queenstown.  The scenic flights from these icon locations will take your breath away as you discover that the stunning views of New Zealand's National Parks, glaciers, mountains and lakes are always best from above!

Mountains High
Code MONSHLC2

Our premier flight over this amazing alpine region with vast snowfields, glaciers and New Zealand’s highest mountain peaks.  Highlights include: circumnavigate Mt Cook –traverse the Southern Alps – snow landing with incredible views of Mt Cook – Panoramic views of Fox, Franz Josef and Tasman Glaciers. Flight away approximately 45 minutes. 

> Child must be accompanied by fare paying adult

Alpine Explorer
Code MONSHLC3

Experience this magnificent alpine environment with a flight that includes a snow landing on the Richardson Glacier.  Highlights include: cruise over the Ben Ohau Mountains – high alpine flight to wilderness areas – superb views out to Mt Cook and glaciers – snow landing on the Richardson Glacier for photos.  Flight away approximately 30 minutes.

> Child must be accompanied by fare paying adult