Highlights
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Marvel at the Hochstetter Icefall on Aoraki/ Mount Cook.
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Be thrilled by an alpine landing in the snow.
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Experience the remoteness of the Burnett Mountains and the expansive Mackenzie Basin below you.
What's included
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Scenic helicopter flight.
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Snow landing.
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Informative pilot commentary.
Overview
This flight takes you past the Hochstetter Icefall on Aoraki/Mt Cook and the upper Tasman Glacier before a thrilling alpine landing in the snow. You’ll fly home through the remote Burnett Mountains with the expansive and arid Mackenzie Basin below you.
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Get ready! Here’s what you should know
Duration
- 40 minute total trip duration including snow landing.
Departure Locations
- Departs from and returns to The Helicopter Line Base, Glentanner Park, Mount Cook National Park.
Departure Times and check in
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Check In closes 30 minutes prior to departure time.
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Please call 0800 650 651, 24-hours prior to departure for a weather check and to reconfirm your booking.
Weather
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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.
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We recommend booking your flights early in your trip with flexibility for weather changes. We don’t want you to miss out!
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Additional information
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Confirmation will be received within 48-hours of booking, subject to availability.
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Flights, landings and routes may vary due to weather and at the pilot’s discretion. Flight times are approximate and include your landing.
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Minimum passenger numbers apply for flights. Bookings will be coordinated to achieve this where possible.
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The price includes landing and concession fees as our flights land in conservation areas and special locations.
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iPads or selfie sticks are not allowed on board for safety.
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What to bring
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Warm clothing.
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Sturdy covered shoes (snow on your toes is not nice!)
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Sunglasses and sunscreen.
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Your phone/camera, and a sense of adventure!
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Cancellation policy
- Booking online does not charge your credit card. Credit card details are only required to guarantee your booking.
- Should you fail to check-in on time, or notify us of changes less than 24-hours prior to departure, your credit card will be debited with the total amount of the booked activity.
Pricing
Adult (15yrs & over) $490.00
Child (4 - 14yrs) $343.00
Infant (0 - 3yrs) $245.00
- Children must accompany a paying adult.
- Infants (Under 4 years and under 15kgs) are required to sit on an adults knee. Infants over 15kgs will require their own seat.
- Current prices are valid from 1st Oct 2019 - 30th Sep 2020.
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