The Hermitage

Ski Plane & Helicopter Scenic Flights

Experience a touch of adventure with Mount Cook Ski Planes & Helicopters - the only company licensed to land in Aoraki Mount Cook National Park on the Tasman Glacier. The Tasman Glacier is the largest glacier in New Zealand and the closest scenic glacier landing site to Aoraki Mount Cook.

You choose how you would like to experience this spectacular scenery from a fleet of aircraft including; PC6 Pilatus Porter Ski Planes, Cessna 185 Ski Planes or B2 Squirrel Helicopters. Highly experienced mountain pilots are waiting to share with you their wealth of knowledge of this truly unique alpine mountain environment. Mount Cook Ski Planes and Helicopters offer flights that include a Glacier landing, or non-landing flights.

 

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Ski Planes

Take off with Mount Cook Ski Planes & Helicopters for a scenic flight over the Southern Alps. Land on the Tasman Glacier, play in the pristine snow and marvel at the amazing ice formations you only see from this altitude!

 

Flight Details Adult Child
Mini Tasman
See the best of Aoraki Mount Cook National Park including the magnificent Tasman Glacier and Hochstetter Icefall. This flight does not land on the glacier.
Duration: Approx 25 min
$255.00
$210.00
Alpine Wonderland
A spectacular overview of both Aoraki Mount Cook and Westland National Parks, including the Fox, Franz Josef and Tasman Glaciers. The best choice for those not wanting to land on the glacier.
Duration: Approx 45 min
$345.00
$255.00
Glacier Highlights
Your flight with Mount Cook Ski Planes begins in Aoraki Mount Cook National Park. Fly the full length of the Tasman Glacier, passing Aoraki Mount Cook before landing on the Neve' of the Glacier. Once airborne again, the flight home features the spectacular Hochstetter Icefall. This flight is available via Ski Plane or Helicopter.
Duration: Approx 40 min
$375.00
$275.00
Grand Circle
The premier flight! Fly the full length of the Tasman Glacier, crossing the main divide of the Southern Alps to view the pristine Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers. Your return flight through this alpine region takes in the majestic Aoraki Mount Cook. Your Glacier snow landing will be on one of 3 spectacular Glaciers. This flight is available via Ski Plane or Helicopter.
Duration: 55 min
$495.00
$375.00
All prices are in NZD and include GST (currently 12.5%)
Weather Conditions:
Mount Cook Ski Planes and Helicopters operates at altitude in an alpine environment. Temperatures at landing sites may be significantly lower than experienced on departure from the airport, even during summer months. Please ensure that you have an extra warm layer of clothing and suitable footwear.
Cancellation Policy:
Within 48 hours of departure - loss of 25% of the total price