Glacier Discoverer

Inclusions

• 40 minute scenic helicopter flight
• Snow landing
• Informative pilot commentary
• Complimentary transportation provided from Aoraki / Mount Cook Village to the Aoraki / Mount Cook Airport

Exclusions

• Food & drink

Highlights

• Stunning scenic helicopter flight
• Snow landing in Mount Cook National Park on a glacier
• Fly over the Tasman Glacier
• See the amazing Hochstetter Icefall
• Informative pilot commentary
• Take in the expansive vistas of the Burnett Mountains and Mackenzie Basin

Time

• Flights available every 60 minutes
• Check-in closes 30 mins before departure
• Please ensure you are at the Aoraki / Mount Cook Base on time - we don't want to leave without you!

Duration

• 40 mins
• All flights include either an alpine or snow landing (weather dependent)

Departure Location

• We are located at Glacier Helicopters - 81 Bowen Drive, Aoraki / Mount Cook Village
• We have parking available close to our base in Aoraki / Mount Cook Village
• Please note: In summer there is limited parking and if you ask your accommodation to leave your car with them, they will usually happily oblige

What To Bring

• Warm clothing
• Sturdy covered shoes (you'll be around the snow!)
• Sunglasses and sunscreen
• Your phone/camera

Additional Information

• Your flight is subject to favourable weather conditions; if cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
• We recommend booking your flights early in your trip with flexibility for weather changes. We don’t want you to miss out.
• Flights, landings and routes may vary due to weather and the pilot's discretion. Flight times are approximate and include your landing.
• Minimum passenger numbers apply for flights. Bookings will be coordinated to achieve this where possible.
• Prices include concession fees contributing toward conservation and sustainability management.
• Drones, iPads and selfie sticks are not allowed on board for safety.
• To view our Risk and Safety Disclosure, please click here

Cancellation Policy

• Should inclement weather prevent a flight at the booked location, prepaid vouchers will be accepted at any Glacier Helicopter bases for a flight of similar duration and price.
• Customers wanting to make changes to dates or time of departure are required to contact the relevant operating base at least 24hrs prior to departure.
• No refund will be given for no-shows or changes made less than 24 hours prior to departure.

Booking Information

• Customer is required to redeem voucher by calling our team to create and confirm booking
• Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
• Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
• Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
• Offers and inclusions are subject to change without notice
• We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 48 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
• For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
• The operator reserves the right to update their rates without notice