Mt Cook Day Tour with Optional Extras

South Island

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

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Scenic drive along Lake Pukaki towards Aoraki/Mount Cook

Experiences

Family-friendly Tours

Small Group Tours

Day Tours

South Island

Start: Queenstown

Duration: 1 day

Travel Time: 12 hours

Details

Explore Aoraki/Mt Cook in Comfort and Style

This fully-guided small-group tour offers a personalised way to discover Aoraki/Mt Cook, with plenty of time to enjoy its natural beauty. Travelling in a modern minibus, you’ll enjoy comfort, safety, and engaging stories from experienced guides. Along the way, you’ll visit scenic highlights like Kawarau Gorge, Lindis Pass, and the turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki.

Once at Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park, you’ll have three hours of free time to tailor the experience to your interests. You may choose to hike the Hooker Valley Track, join a heli-hike on the Tasman Glacier, or take a scenic flight for a bird’s-eye view of the mountains. If you prefer a slower pace, there are plenty of peaceful spots to relax and admire the alpine scenery.

Group of friends at a lookout point in Lindis Pass with golden hills in the background

Scenic road winding along Lake Pukaki with Mount Cook and the Southern Alps in the background

Statue of Sir Edmund Hillary in Mount Cook Village with snow-covered mountains behind

Guests dining outdoors at the Hermitage Hotel with stunning views of Mount Cook

Helicopter with passengers landing in deep snow near Mount Cook

Group heli-hiking on the Tasman Glacier near Mount Cook in New Zealand

Two hikers walking through deep snow below towering ice cliffs on a Mount Cook glacier tour

Traveller with arms raised at a viewpoint overlooking Tasman Glacier Lake with floating icebergs

Native kea parrot standing on snow near Mount Cook in New Zealand

Snow-covered DOC signs marking tracks in Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park

Smiling hiker with poles standing next to a glacier crevasse during a guided tour in Mount Cook National Park

Tour group preparing for a snow landing experience near Mount Cook by ski plane

Tourists at Tasman Glacier terminal lake surrounded by floating icebergs

Omarama township sign and sheep statue with mountains in the background

Tray of fresh salmon sashimi served at a salmon farm in Twizel, New Zealand

Inclusions

Small Group
Fully Guided Tour
Water available & snacks provided

Age Information

Adult: 15 years +
Children: 4-14 years
Infants: Under 4 years

Cancellations & Refunds

Outside 24 hours before travel: Full refund**
Within 24 hours before travel: No refund

Note: **Refund excludes credit card or payment fees if applicable, which are non-refundable.

Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.*

Itinerary

Queenstown – Your tour begins in the scenic city of Queenstown. As we depart, your guide will introduce the highlights of the day and point out key attractions along the way.
Kawarau Suspension Bridge – We make our way through the stunning Kawarau Gorge, passing the Kawarau Suspension Bridge and Roaring Meg Lookout. Time permitting, we’ll stop for your first photo opportunity of the day.
Cromwell – After leaving the gorge, we enter the wine and fruit-growing region of Cromwell. We’ll follow the picturesque Lake Dunstan as we head towards Lindis Pass.
Lindis Pass – Climbing through the breathtaking Lindis Pass, we’ll stop at the famous lookout to capture panoramic views of the valleys below, an essential photo stop on the tour.
Omarama – Driving through the vast plains of the Mackenzie District, we may spot Merino sheep before reaching Omarama. Here, we’ll take a break, and you can try what we think is New Zealand’s best creamy chicken pie.
Lake Pukaki – Heading towards Aoraki National Park, we’ll stop at the stunning Lake Pukaki, known for its crystal-blue waters framed by the Southern Alps and Aoraki/Mt Cook. It’s a perfect spot for some amazing photos.
Mt Cook Information Centre – Upon arriving at Mt Cook Village, you’ll get a chance to take in the views of Aoraki/Mt Cook, New Zealand’s tallest mountain. The mountain is easily admired from the village at just 750m above sea level.
Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park – You’ll have 3 hours of free time in the national park to enjoy walking or hiking trails or opt for an extra activity. We recommend the Hooker Valley* hike, a heli hike on the Tasman Glacier, or a scenic flight. Whatever you choose, we’ll ensure you’re picked up and well taken care of.
High Country Salmon – On our return journey, we’ll stop at High Country Salmon, where you can feed the fish and enjoy some of the freshest salmon in New Zealand.
Jacksons Orchard – In the summer, we’ll often stop at Jacksons Orchard near Queenstown to sample or purchase fresh local fruit or real fruit ice cream.
Queenstown – The tour concludes as we arrive back in Queenstown, where we’ll say our farewells after an unforgettable day.