Mt Cook & Heli Hike Small Group Tour

From NZD$1210

4.8
(64 reviews)

Departs from: Queenstown

Duration: 13 hours

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Experience the ultimate alpine adventure on this small group day trip from Queenstown to Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park. Journey through some of New Zealand’s most breathtaking landscapes before taking to the skies and landing on the Tasman Glacier for a guided heli hike. With two scenic helicopter flights, awe-inspiring views, and a full guided tour through the Southern Alps, this is an unforgettable experience that combines adventure, beauty, and Kiwi storytelling in one incredible day.

Notice

If you plan to embark on the Heli Hike or any other trek during your Mount Cook tour, it's advisable to bring along a light lunch or grab some food when we stop in Omarama.

Why you’ll love this

Enjoy a fully guided scenic drive from Queenstown to Mt Cook through iconic alpine landscapes

Take part in a once-in-a-lifetime heli hike on the Tasman Glacier

Fly by helicopter over Aoraki/Mt Cook and the Southern Alps

Marvel at turquoise Lake Pukaki and other South Island highlights

Travel in a small group with expert guides and luxury comfort

What to bring

Warm upper-body clothing (preferably 3-4 layers)

Leggings or light trousers (jeans not recommended)

Waterproof jacket (provided if you don't have one)

Sunglasses and sunscreen

Phone and camera (please make sure large cameras are on a strap)

Itinerary

What’s included

Tasman Glacier Heli Hike with two scenic helicopter flights

All glacier equipment provided including boots, crampons or snowshoes, and waterproof jacket if required

Small group guided tour from Queenstown

Expert guides and commentary

Modern, comfortable transport with water and snacks provided

Why choose us

Famously passionate tour guides

Our guides share stories, laughs, and Kiwi charm on every journey.

Travel in comfort

Small groups, big comfort. Relax in our modern Mercedes minibuses with style and space.

Award-winning tours

Thousands of five-star reviews and top travel awards - experiences loved worldwide.

Kiwi owned. Kiwi operated

Proudly local and passionate about sharing authentic New Zealand with every traveller.

Stories worth sharing

11/1/2025

Great Helicoper Tour

Sure and Cerry is so talented guide. I have a good time thank you. Beautiful snow view, delicious salmon are hightkight.

วรินทร์ ส

5
5/21/2025

EPICNESS

An awesome tour with so many cool experiences! The highlight was definitely the heli hike on tasman glacier of Mt Cook. Our guide Lynette was a superstar! So friendly, knowledgeable, lovely and great stories. Would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone who wants to do a bit of everything

Taryn H

5
2/21/2025

Must do while in Queenstown

Xavier was an awesome tour guide. The ride and whole experience was very smooth, and the heli hike at Mt Cook was the highlight of our trip. Definitely recommend!

Rebecca P

5
2/6/2025

Wow, Wow, Wow

What an experience, the weather was not in our favour in the morning, but the team kept saying let’s be optimistic! Glad we didn’t cancel one of the best things we have ever done! The hiking team were brilliant!!!

Robert L

5
1/14/2025

Awesome glacier heli-hike

The heli-hike on Tasman Glacier was excellent beyond imagination. Our highlight was going down into a temporary ice cave

Clive B

5
1/3/2025

A special day!

Amazing experience of this day tour to Mount Cook with a funny and knowledgeable guide (Michel). The guide of the Mount Cook hike (Flavia) was able to offer a high-quality tour of the glacier.

Carlotta M

5
11/25/2024

Wonderful experience and guide

Well coordinated tour with wonderful, caring driver guide Colin. Highlights were the helicopter to and from the glacier and glacier hike with informative and friendly team leader. Had opportunities to taste very good locally created foods and take beautiful photos.

Oscar M

5
11/24/2024

Absolutely amazing, the very best experience. Well worth the money, very well organised.

Dayton was an amazing driver and informative guide for all things in the South Island. The heli hike we booked (Mt Cook) was cancelled due to inclement weather but we were offered a smaller heli hike which was amazing. We landed on Mt Hutton which looks towards Mt Cook. It was an amazing experience and I recommend it highly. Thankyou so much for making our NZ trip amazing!!

Kelly O

5
9/10/2024

My first time seeing snow!

Although the weather was not suitable for the flight, I could see snow on Mt Cook! It’s really cool! Our guide was so nice and helpful!

FarAway54741217004

5
8/5/2024

Best experience

The heli hike tour is definitely once in a life time experience for me. The helicopter ride and a hike on Mt Cook was like a dream. The guide Lynatte is one of the sweetest person I have met in NZ. She is so knowledgeable and shared so many fun facts and history with us. She has a lovely cheerful personality. Love her!

Cruiser10642115837

5
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