Scenic Helicopter Flight from Lake Tekapo with Alpine Landing

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  • Explore the magnificent views around the Mackenzie Country by helicopter with 3 options to choose from
  • Seeing the turquoise blue water of beautiful Lake Tekapo and the local rivers that fed into the lake
  • All flights include an Alpine Landing, choose the 45 or 60 minute flight for a snow landing
  • Get right up close to the mighty Aoraki / Mount Cook at over 3724 meters with amazing views of our highest peaks and longest glaciers on the 45 or 60 minute flight
  • Go further on the 60 minute flight as you will then traverse over the Southern Alps and take in views of the Franz and Fox glaciers

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Mackenzie Explorer (30mins)

Mount Cook Alpine Grandeur (45 mins)

Mount Cook Franz and Fox Magic (60mins)

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You can select up to 6 for this package
US$ 240.59

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What to expect

Choose from 3 helicopter flight options from Lake Tekapo airport.

30 min Helicopter Experience:

  • Lake Tekapo’s turquoise waters
  • Lake Tekapo village, Mount John Observatory
  • Merino sheep farms (Mt Hay, Glenmore, Godley Peaks)
  • Alpine landing at 5,500 feet (snow landing in winter)
  • Panoramic views of lakes and mountains
  • In-flight commentary by a professional pilot

45 min Helicopter Experience:

  • All of the above
  • Stunning valleys: Forks, Cass, Jollie
  • Braided rivers: Cass and Forks
  • Murchison and Tasman glaciers
  • Snow landing at 7,700 feet
  • Panoramic views of Aoraki/Mount Cook and the Southern Alps

60 min Helicopter Experience:

  • All of the above
  • Fly close to Aoraki/Mount Cook and across the Southern Alps
  • Franz Josef and Fox glaciers
  • The west coast of NZ
Scenic Helicopter Flight from Lake Tekapo with Alpine Landing
Scenic Helicopter Flight from Lake Tekapo with Alpine Landing
Scenic Helicopter Flight from Lake Tekapo with Alpine Landing
Scenic Helicopter Flight from Lake Tekapo with Alpine Landing
Scenic Helicopter Flight from Lake Tekapo with Alpine Landing
Scenic Helicopter Flight from Lake Tekapo with Alpine Landing
Scenic Helicopter Flight from Lake Tekapo with Alpine Landing
Scenic Helicopter Flight from Lake Tekapo with Alpine Landing
Scenic Helicopter Flight from Lake Tekapo with Alpine Landing
Scenic Helicopter Flight from Lake Tekapo with Alpine Landing
Scenic Helicopter Flight from Lake Tekapo with Alpine Landing
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Review for: Mount Cook Alpine Grandeur (45 mins)

I was worried that I would not be able to ride the helicopter because it continued to rain during the trip, but fortunately I was able to ride for about 15-20 minutes. They kindly contacted me by email and phone. Even when we met in person, he was so kind, and he kept explaining things during the tour. The scenery outside the window was really spectacular❤️ Although the weather was cloudy and the short flight was regrettable, he said he would give me a partial refund and it was a very enjoyable trip :) It was nice to be with you on the first flight Captain!

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Review for: Mackenzie Explorer (30mins)

This is an experience of touring Cook Strait and the Southern Alps, as well as Fox, Franz Josef, and Tasman Glaciers. The helicopter landing on the snow was not possible due to the weather conditions at the landing site, so we took a light aircraft tour as an alternative. The scenery was so beautiful that I highly recommend doing it at least once. The safe flight and the rich explanation of the terrain and landscape are the highlights. My child loved it very much.

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Review for: Mount Cook Franz and Fox Magic (60mins)

Very professional pilot, felt safe and relaxed during the whole journey. Yes it’s a bit pricey but after you see the view it’s all worth it. the landing on top of the snowy hill was smooth as well!

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Review for: Mount Cook Alpine Grandeur (45 mins)

Amazing landscape and helpful staff. We were a group of 2, not meeting the min no. of passengers. But the staff helped to combine the flight appointment with the other party of 3 to make it possible. We appreciated it. Captain Tim was experienced sharing the Glaciers with us and took good care of us during the journey. The trip was unforgettable.

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Review for: Mount Cook Alpine Grandeur (45 mins)

Our first experience was amazing! Because the weather was bad that day, they helped us and two other people reschedule for a day earlier.

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Very smooth, overall feeling is very pleasant

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Review for: Mount Cook Alpine Grandeur (45 mins)

Smooth, lovely flight with excellent views and commentary from pilot Justin! Beautiful colors from the tributaries leading into the lake.

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Review for: Mackenzie Explorer (30mins)

great pilot, polite staffs. we had to wait for 1.5 hrs for the weather - which is totally understandable + considering it snowed heavily the day before.

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Review for: Mount Cook Alpine Grandeur (45 mins)

We had planned to hike the Mount Cook Glacier, but it was cancelled due to bad weather. Tekapo immediately rescheduled the trip to accommodate this activity and it was confirmed very quickly. There is less snow in early autumn, but you can still see magnificent scenery. This is the only place to see snow-capped mountains in this season, so it is still worth it.

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Review for: Mount Cook Alpine Grandeur (45 mins)

Due to technical issues, I couldn't ride the helicopter, so I took a light plane. I definitely recommend experiencing it. The snowy mountains you see from afar are amazing... they're amazing.

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