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The Helicopter Line - Aoraki / Mount Cook & The Glaciers

55 minutes

The Helicopter Line - Aoraki / Mount Cook & The Glaciers

Overview

Explore Aotearoa’s most dramatic alpine landscapes on this premier flight over Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park. From lift-off, take in sweeping views of Tasman Glacier Lake before following the icy ribbon of the Tasman Glacier, New Zealand’s longest, toward the heart of the Southern Alps.

Touch down on a pristine snowfield surrounded by towering peaks, where you’ll stand beneath the gaze of Aoraki / Mount Cook, the country’s tallest mountain. Then cross the Main Divide to the wild West Coast for incredible aerial views of Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers, and, on clear days, glimpses stretching all the way to the Tasman Sea. The return leg brings you face-to-face with the summit ridge of Aoraki / Mount Cook, a finale you’ll never forget.

Highlights

  • Scenic helicopter flight over Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park
  • Snow landing with panoramic alpine views
  • See Tasman, Franz Josef, and Fox Glaciers from above
  • Informative pilot commentary throughout
  • Complimentary transfers from Mount Cook Village on request

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    About

    Duration: Approx. 55 minutes (allow 1.5 hour including check-in and briefing)
    Departs From: The Helicopter Line Base, Glentanner Park, Mount Cook National Park or Hotel pick-ups confirmed at checkout.
    What to Bring: Warm layered clothing, sturdy shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a camera (on a strap).
    Inclusions: Scenic helicopter flight, Snow landing, Informative commentary
    Weather: Experiences are weather dependent and may be rescheduled if conditions change.
    Check-In: If self driving please arrive at the above base location 45 mins before departure.

    Weather check with The Helicopter Line is required 24 hrs prior to departure & 1hr prior to departure for a final weather check. Contact details will be in the booking confirmation email with check-in closing 30 mins prior to departure

    Complimentary transportation is available at from Aoraki / Mount Cook Village (1.15 hr prior to scheduled flight time) . Please notify at booking stage

    What to Leave Behind: Bags, Selfie sticks and I-pads are not permitted on our aircraft, Loose clothing and scarves & Dangerous goods.

    If you have any questions before booking, whether it’s about tour details, availability, or inclusions our TrvlAtlas Support Team is here to help - support@trvlatlas.com

    Once your booking is confirmed, you’ll receive your operator’s direct contact details in your confirmation email. They’re your best point of contact for on-the-day updates, such as meeting points, weather changes, or last-minute questions.

    For booking changes, cancellations, or payment queries, please reach out to TrvlAtlas Support at support@trvlatlas.com - we’ll coordinate everything directly with your operator to ensure a smooth experience.

    Flight details
    Flight routes, landings and timings may vary depending on weather conditions and the pilot’s discretion. All flight times are approximate and include any planned landings.

    Passenger numbers
    Minimum passenger numbers apply for all flights. Where possible, bookings will be coordinated to meet these requirements.

    Children must be accompanied with paying adult.

    Infants under 15kgs are required to sit on an adults knee. Infants over 15kgs will require their own seat.

    Each helicopter can hold up to 6 passengers or a maximum combined weight of 480kg.

        Conservation contribution
        Pricing includes applicable concession fees, which support conservation and sustainable management of the environments you’ll be flying through.

        Weather conditions
        All flights are subject to suitable weather. If your flight is cancelled due to weather, you’ll have the option to reschedule for another date or receive a full refund.

        Booking tip
        We recommend booking helicopter flights earlier in your trip and allowing some flexibility for weather, this gives you the best chance of flying and ensures you don’t miss out.

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        About The Host

        The Helicopter Line

        The Helicopter Line

        Soar above New Zealand’s most spectacular landscapes, from alpine peaks and glaciers to remote valleys and wild coastline. Each flight reveals a side of Aotearoa few ever see, where towering mountains meet ancient fiords and untamed wilderness stretches to the horizon.  Operated by trusted local aviation specialists, every journey combines world-class safety with genuine Kiwi hospitality. Expect breathtaking perspectives, expert pilots, and moments that stay with you long after you’ve touched down.

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        Things to keep in mind

        Each experience on TrvlAtlas is hosted by one of our trusted local operators. Because every operator’s conditions differ slightly, this tour follows the cancellation policy set by The Helicopter Line

        The Helicopter Line – Cancellation Policy
        • Cancellations made 24 hours or more before departure receive a full refund.
        • Cancellations made within 24 hours of departure are non-refundable.
        • No-shows or late arrivals are charged in full.
        • If the operator cancels due to weather, safety or operational reasons, you may reschedule or receive a full refund.

        To request a change or cancellation, please contact TrvlAtlas Support at support@trvlatlas.com. We’ll coordinate directly with the operator on your behalf in line with their policy.

        By booking, you agree to both TrvlAtlas’ platform terms and the operator’s safety & risk disclaimer as outlined in the Special Terms & Conditions tab on the tour page and in your booking confirmation email.

          This experience is listed on TrvlAtlas, a curated travel platform that connects travellers with trusted local operators. TrvlAtlas acts as the booking agent for this experience, while the operator delivers the tour and manages its own safety, cancellation, and participation terms.

          This experience is operated by The Helicopter Line, a licensed and safety-accredited provider. Please review the key participation and safety requirements before booking:

          The Helicopter Line is committed to taking all practical and lawful steps to keep our guests and staff safe. Complying with strict New Zealand Civil Aviation rules and guidelines.

          The Helicopter Line operates scenic flight activity that takes place within an environment involving aircraft and over water/mountainous terrain, where there are elements of risk involved. The primary risks being (but not limited to) equipment failure, human error, changing weather conditions, unavoidable external occurrences and potential aircraft hazards.

          The Helicopter Line takes all reasonable, practicable and lawful steps such as complying with strict New Zealand Civil Aviation Rules to ensure your safety whilst on your experience with us.

          All activity inherently involves risks and potential hazards, and we cannot anticipate or eliminate all risks, however together we can manage and mitigate risk. Often, we are operating in unmodified and uncontrolled terrain and a balanced and conservative approach is taken to accommodate changing conditions. Our risk management includes monitoring of natural hazards including potential atmospheric, land or water related occurrences. (Landslides, earthquakes, tsunami, volcanic, storms, flooding, avalanche, rock, or ice fall). We provide information to participants before and during the activity to ensure their participation suits their ability and objectives and is as safe as practicable with any potential changes identified prior or during the trip.

          It is important clients acknowledge there are risks, understand safety information and briefings before and during their activity and follow the instructions set out by our experienced and trained teams. Prevention of accidents and incidents is key in all our operations, and this is achieved when we all approach activities with care, control, and responsibility.

          The Helicopter Line is committed to ensuring the highest level of safety of all staff, visitors, contractors, and others who may interact with any part of our activities. This is achieved through developing and maintaining a culture where safety is our paramount consideration in everything we do. We actively promote safety objectives, not only in the operation of our assets and equipment, but also through maintenance practices, the management of passengers and the training and competency assessment of all staff to a very high standard.

          Our teams of experienced and capable managers and skilled staff have specialist knowledge relevant to each of our aviation, marine and adventure operations. We have implemented Safety Management Systems approved by the relevant regulators. Should other providers be contracted to deliver services, we check to ensure operators are regulated and audited for Health and Safety compliance to a high standard.

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