New Zealand · HELICOPTER FLIGHTS IN THE MACKENZIE
15 helicopter flights in the Mackenzie laid out with the price, the running time and the kind of traveller each one actually suits. Top of the list first.
Review of Mount Cook’s 25-minute helicopter flight, alpine landing, glacier views, pricing, weather limits, and practical booking tips.
“It was an amazing experience and worth the money that we paid. We really enjoyed the view.”
Fly by ski plane and helicopter over Aoraki Mount Cook, land on the Tasman Glacier, and judge the weather, views, and value.
“Very beautiful up there at the tip of the mountain Pictures are just awesome memories from up top”
Walk on Tasman Glacier, explore blue ice caves, and fly beneath Aoraki/Mount Cook on a small-group heli-hike from $537.
“The receptions and the staff were nice to us and provided a very clear introduction and briefing to us prior to the beginning of the events. They have all sorts of equipment that we could borrow, including Rain coats, backpacks, etc. My guides, Hunter and Kirby, are friendly and professional.”
Fly from Mount Cook Airport to the Tasman Glacier for a guided two-hour heli hike among ice caves, peaks, and Southern Alps scenery.
“It was our first helicopter ride and it was an amazing and unforgettable experience. We felt really safe during the hike. Max, the guide was fun and caring. The hike as such could have been longer tho.”
Review the 55-minute Mount Cook helicopter flight, including glacier views, snow landing, price, weather risks, and practical booking advice.
“The ground staff provided excellent services by explaining details of our trip and safety procedures. Greg, both our pilot and guide, carried us safely over top of the mountains as well as throughout the trip! We are pleased to say that the whole trip was memorable caused it was managed by capable hands.”
Review of Mount Cook’s 45-minute ski plane and helicopter tour, including glacier landing, costs, weather limits, aircraft swap, and booking tips.
“Amazing!! Highly recommend! The plane wasn’t running due to the wind, but the company gave us the next best option (heli only) which was valued more than what we paid!”
Review of Air Safaris’ 50-minute flight from Lake Tekapo over Mount Cook, Tasman, Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers, with practical booking advice.
“Very friendly and professional staff. Communications were excellent and they very helpfully arranged a transfer from the centre of town to the airfield. Matthew the pilot gave a great commentary as we flew over the glaciers and mountains. the flight was smooth and we felt very safe! Would highly recommend as a brilliant way to see the area from a different perspective.”
Review of the Tasman Glacier Heli-hike near Mount Cook, with helicopter views, guided ice walks, gear, pricing, weather tips, and practical advice.
“It was a great experience and the guide was very friendly.The jackets and shoes were perfect. If you go to Mount Cook this is a must do experience.”
Review of Mount Cook’s 45-minute helicopter tour, with a Tasman Glacier landing, mountain views, practical tips, price advice, and weather details.
“This was a bucket list item price for us. We were so thankful that we had this opportunity. Everything about the experience was top-notch. Suggestion is to book a couple of days for the area just in case there is bad weather on the day that you have booked. It saved us from a disappointment. Once you have flown in a helicopter and landed on a glacier and stepped on it, no one can ever take that away from you.”
Review of Mount Cook’s 40-minute helicopter flight, including the Tasman Glacier snow landing, views, price, weather, and practical tips.
“Fantastic. Well worth it. If you haven't been in a helicopter before that adds to the excitement.”
Fly over Lake Pukaki, hike the Glentanner High Country, and visit a restored field station on this four-hour New Zealand adventure.
“We had a wonderful time on the heli-hike. The beautiful views were a combination of snow-capped mountains and bright blue lake. Glentanner is in a perfect location with views that you won't find anywhere else. The guide, Brian, gave uRead more”
Fly over Aoraki Mount Cook, Tasman Terminal Lake, and alpine peaks, with a 10 to 15 minute mountain landing in a 25-minute helicopter tour.
“A wonderful ride through majestic scenery! We had never experienced anything like this before and hardly knew what to expect. We loved it! Very good value. We would do it again!”
Review of the 25-minute Mount Cook helicopter flight with alpine landing, mountain views, practical tips, price, weather, and booking advice.
“Amazing flight and views of the mountain range and the surrounding lakes! Me and my Grandma had front row seats, all staff were very helpful and assisted us with getting in and out due to my Grandmas mobility issues and a broken wrist!”
Fly over Mount Cook, the Tasman Glacier, and Liebig Range, then land in the snow on this 30-minute helicopter adventure.
“Sam our pilot was awesome. he gave us details of each of the glaciers and patiently answered our questions.”
Review of the 55-minute Grand Circle Helicopter over Mt Cook and three glaciers, with a Tasman Glacier landing, practical tips, and value advice.
“Our helicopter trip was a blast. Some great scenery and smooth flying from our pilot. Being able to land on the glacier and getting closer to the mountain peaks was a totally unique experience. Highly recommend.”
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