Mt Cook Scenic Flight and Explore, 8 Hours - Queenstown

Experience the grandeur of Aoraki Mt Cook on an epic eight hour day trip from Queenstown with Glenorchy Air. The Mt Cook Fly Explore Fly delivers an incredible blend of scenic flying and alpine exploration, taking you deep into Mount Cook National Park. Begin your adventure with a breathtaking flight across some of New Zealand’s most dramatic landscapes, where glaciers, rugged peaks and vast mountain ranges stretch as far as the eye can see before touching down at Mt Cook Airport.

Your journey starts with a spectacular scenic flight from Queenstown, showcasing unrivalled views of the Southern Alps, the glaciers of the West Coast and the towering 12,218ft summit of Aoraki Mt Cook. Once on the ground in Mt Cook Village, you'll have five hours to explore this remarkable alpine destination. Your Glenorchy Air guide can recommend local highlights, including the iconic Hooker Valley Track, lunch at the Hermitage Mt Cook and more. For those wanting an even closer look at the famous Tasman Glacier. After an unforgettable day immersed in New Zealand’s highest mountain landscapes, rejoin your pilot for the scenic return flight to Queenstown.