55-Minute Grand Circle Helicopter

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Grand Circle

2 Adults x $425.77

$851.54

Approx Total

$851.54

55 Minute Southern Alps Helicopter Tour from Mount Cook

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Live commentary on board

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Overview

Soar through the sky on this 55-minute scenic Helicopter experience through the Mt Cook and Westland National Parks flying over the Fox, Franz Josef and Tasman Glacier, included a glacier landing (10-15 minutes). The ultimate way to see the Southern Alps and a bucket list flight. Check in closes 45 minutes prior to the flight time.

Itinerary

Tasman Glacier

A 55 minute flight that flies right around Aoraki Mt Cook and over to the West Coast for stunning views of the Fox, Franz Josef and Tasman Glaciers. Includes a glacier landing for 10-15 minutes for great photos.

55 minutes
Franz Josef Glacier

Stunning views of the Fox, Franz Josef and Tasman glaciers, including a glacier landing

15 minutes
Mount Cook Ski Planes & Helicopters by Inflite

Includes a glacier landing on the Tasman Glacier, NZ's largest glacier. Snow all year round

55 minutes
Aoraki/Mt. Cook

Start at the Aoraki Mt Cook Airport, fly right around Aoraki Mt cook with the flight path flying over the West Coast Glaciers

55 minutes

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Flights may be cancelled due to weather conditions
Minimum of 4 people per flight applies before the flight will operate
Departure time will vary daily depending on bookings and weather conditions
Time of departure will be confirmed 24 hours prior to date of flight
Check in closes 45 minutes prior to flight time

Free Cancellation

April 25100% refund

April 26No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Reviews

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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 31 reviews with 5 stars

A must do experience with a very professional company and pilot

Published on Feb, 2025

Unbelievable experience with great views and commentary by Mark the pilot. The 10 minutes landing high up on the glacier was a bonus experience, incredible views and total silence. Easy to book and you are welcome upon arrival, so a very easy experience. Highly recommend both Inflite and the 55 minute tour.

Recommended!!

Published on Feb, 2025

Definitely worth the price, saw three glaciers and two of the highest mountains in New Zealand. And a short landing on the Tasman glacier and the view is truly amazing.

Flying through the clouds

Published on Nov, 2024

Fantastic way to experience the sheer enormity of mountains up close and personal. The pilot was very knowledgeable and super lovely ..

Bucket List Helicopter Tour over Mount Cook and the Glaciers

Published on Sep, 2024

Bucket list activity for sure on the incredible helicopter tour over the glaciers and Mount Cook! Between the wonderful views during the helicopter ride, to the magnificence all around when we landed on the Tasman Glacier, I was in awe of the sheer splendor before me. It was the perfect group size (8), and Roger (our pilot) did a masterful job of flying the craft, minimizing rocking and buffeting where he could, along with providing fabulous commentary on what we were seeing. He also pointed out the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers, although we couldn’t see them given the low cloud cover. All in all, an incredible experience! I highly recommend this!

Amazing! Extremely Safe! And above all extremely knowledgeable pilot!!! Would do the Grand Cirle all over again

Published on Jul, 2024

The reception was really amazing and courteous. They explained everything extremely well. The pilot made us feel extremely safe and comfortable. The anxiety of getting on a helicopter was all gone before we boarded. Ben, our pilot was extra courteous and made us feel extremely safe throughout. He was also very knowledgeable about the wntire region and its history. Kudos!!!

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