5 Ski Days in New Zealand to Build a Day Around

1.Ski Plane and Helicopter Glacier Combo Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 271 reviews · 45 min · from $328Our pick

Take a ski plane and helicopter over Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, flying up the Tasman Valley to the Tasman Glacier. Land on the upper snowfields, step into the alpine silence, then return to Mount Cook Airport by the other aircraft. Pilots provide English commentary, with weather-based changes possible.

“Amazing, once in a lifetime experience. Inflite Mt Cook were so easy to deal with & our pilot Ben was awesome - thanks guys.”

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2.45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 107 reviews · from $353

Fly from Mount Cook Airport over the Tasman Valley, braided rivers, lakes, glaciers, and Aoraki Mount Cook. Land on the Tasman Glacier for 10 to 15 quiet minutes, then change from ski plane to helicopter, or the reverse, for a different view home. Flights carry up to 16 people and depend on weather and minimum numbers.

“My family was very impressed, but the wait was a bit long and the people who came later got on first, so it took me 5 hours.”

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3.45-Minute Glacier Highlights Ski Plane Tour from Mount Cook

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $418Top rated

Take a 45-minute ski plane flight from Mount Cook Airport over Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, Tasman Valley, Hochstetter Icefall, and the Tasman Glacier. Your pilot provides live commentary before landing on the glacier snowfield. Pilots including Mark, Dan, and Maurice have been praised for smooth flying and reassuring guidance.

“This experience was one of the highlights of our trip! Our pilot Mark was informative, fun and professional. He made a nervous passenger (myself) feel very safe and comfortable. Highly recommend!”

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4.55 minute Grand Circle Ski Plane

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $482

Take a 55-minute ski plane flight from Mount Cook Airport around Aoraki Mount Cook and across the Southern Alps. See Fox, Franz Josef, and Tasman Glaciers, then land on snow twice when conditions allow. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the plane shuts down on the glacier so you can take in the silence and scenery.

“Unforgettable experience that’s well worth what we paid! We flew higher than I initially anticipated and actually managed to get very close to the summit of Mount Cook.”

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5.Mt Cook: 55-Minute Scenic Flight in Helicopter or Ski Plane

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 6 reviews · 55 min · from $447

Take a 55-minute flight over Aoraki Mount Cook, Mount Tasman, Mount Sefton, Fox Glacier, Franz Josef Glacier, and the Tasman Glacier. Your English-speaking pilot provides commentary as you cross the Southern Alps in a helicopter or ski plane. The small group is limited to six people, and flights may change with weather or passenger weight limits.

“Very helpful Staff, Great Pilot (Angus). Overall a very enjoyable experience.”

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