Mt. Cook Fly Explore Fly ex Queenstown by Glenorchy Air
Overview
Fly up the spine of the South Island, enjoying panoramic views of Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea on one side and Lake Pukaki, arguably New Zealand’s most beautiful lake, on the other.
Marvel at the most awe-inspiring aerial views of the summit ridge of Mt. Cook and the Tasman Glacier.
Experience unparalleled aerial views of the Franz and Fox Glaciers on the West Coast and the Tasman Glacier within Aoraki Mt. Cook National Park
Land in Mt. Cook National Park at Aoraki/Mt. Cook Airport on the picturesque outskirts of Mt. Cook Village.
Spend up to 5 hours on the ground exploring Mt. Cook Village, with lunch at The Hermitage Hotel or enjoy walking Hooker Valley Track.
Follow a different flight path on your return flight to Queenstown, taking in the tussock-drenched Lindis Pass.
Experience it all from your window seat!
What's Included
- Child/booster seats available on request, baby earmuffs also provided
- Your knowledgeable, highly skilled local pilot will provide interesting and informative commentary
- Departures from Queenstown Airport
- This is not a Glacier landing our aircraft land at Mt. Cook Airport
- Lunch - available to purchase in Mt. Cook Village should you wish
Meeting Location
Frankton
Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)
5 hours Admission Ticket Free
Hooker Valley Track
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum numbers required to operate this flight
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-20935P12
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Child/booster seats available on request, baby earmuffs also provided.
- Your knowledgeable, highly skilled local pilot will provide interesting and informative commentary.
- Departures from Queenstown Airport.
- This is not a Glacier landing our aircraft land at Mt. Cook Airport.
- Lunch - available to purchase in Mt. Cook Village should you wish.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Mt. Cook Fly Explore Fly ex Queenstown by Glenorchy Air is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Mt. Cook Fly Explore Fly ex Queenstown by Glenorchy Air will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Child/booster seats available on request, baby earmuffs also provided
- Your knowledgeable, highly skilled local pilot will provide interesting and informative commentary
- Departures from Queenstown Airport
- This is not a Glacier landing our aircraft land at Mt. Cook Airport
- Lunch - available to purchase in Mt. Cook Village should you wish
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum numbers required to operate this flight
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
