Glenorchy Air offers the widest range of fixed-wing flight experience packages in Queenstown; flying to multiple different bucket list destinations across the South Island and offering a range of extensive add-ons and itineraries, it starts with our very own backyard.
Queenstown | Tāhuna, our home, is a place of beauty; a landscape like no other with mountains rising out of the lake's shore; casting shadows over the town in the evening and as the sun sets revealing a pink hue that takes your breath away. Often like us, you probably find yourself looking out across the lake staring out at the vast body of water in front of you wondering how this town can get any more picturesque. Join us and discover our backyard like you've never seen before. See the peaks, valleys and your home. Explore areas you didn't know existed as our pilots take you to their favourite places across the region. Truly appreciate Queenstown's beauty from our windows as we share what we do every day.
Mt. Cook | Aorakiis the highest mountain in New Zealand, towering above the Southern Alps at 3,724 metres. Mt. Cook is home to the Tasman Glacier, which has NZ's longest ski runs at 8-10 kilometres. We have options for you to ski, snowboard or hike the mighty glacier. From above, you'll marvel at the milky blue alpine lakes that are glacially-fed, dotted high in the mountains. Get taken back to the ice age with Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier and take in the remote wilderness of Mt. Aspiring. We have multiple trip options to suit everyone's schedule and activities to check off that bucket list! Your friendly and knowledgeable pilot will provide commentary during your flight, pointing out hidden lakes and formations and the history of the areas you're flying over.
Stewart Island | Rakiura is the third island of New Zealand and furthest south. Meaning "glowing skies", a reference to the southern lights, aurora australis, which can sometimes be seen from the island. Over 85% of Stewart Island is Rakiura National Park, making it a paradise for birdwatching and hiking the over 280 kms of walking tracks. Stewart Island is home to the brown kiwi/Tokoeka, outnumbering humans 50 to 1 and the only place to see them in their natural habitat in all of New Zealand. There are lots of great activities to do, from short walks along the coastline or amongst the rainforests and wetlands to visiting the predator-free sanctuary of Ulva Island with Rakiura Charters & Water Taxis. We can help you put together your itinerary for a fantastic day on Stewart Island, complete with famous fish & chips from the Kai Kart.
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Queenstown | Tahuna
Earnslaw Burn & Glaciers
Embrace the chance to discover some of New Zealand’s most spectacular scenery from the air
Fly over Skippers Canyon and over the Richardson Mountains
Take in the incredible glaciers of Mount Earnslaw, standing 2,819 metres (9,248 feet) high
Enjoy panoramic views of Glenorchy township, the stunning braided rivers of the Rees-Dart Valley on your way back to Queenstown
The perfect flight if you are short on time and want to take in our stunning backyard from above
Experience it all from your window seat!
Mt. Aspiring & Glaciers
Secretly, this is our pilot’s favourite flight…and you’ll see why!
The perfect flight if you are short on time, but want to take in the breathtaking scenery right on our doorstep
Watch Mt. Aspiring transform as you orbit around it, taking in the spectacular views of Passchendaele Icefall, the Bonar Glaicer, and the Olivine Ice Plateau
Discover nature untouched as you fly over Mt. Aspiring National Park and see its hidden gems such as the Barrier Range and the head of the Arawhata River
Fly over filming locations from The Lord of the Rings, Mission Impossible Fallout, The Hobbit, Wolverine, and Narnia Prince Caspian
Experience it all from your window seat!
Sunrise Mt. Aspiring & Glaciers (Winter Only)
As Queenstown’s Original Sunrise Flight Company we know just the path to take for the best sunbreak and views
Watch the sun break from behind Mt. Aspiring, New Zealand’s highest mountain outside the Aoraki/Mt. Cook Region
Take in the spectacular view of the Passchendaele Icefall, the Bonar Glacier, and the Olivine Ice Plateau
Travel above places frozen in time that still look as they did 15,000 years ago
Discover nature untouched as you fly over Mt. Aspiring National Park and see its hidden gems such as the Barrier Range and the head of the Arawhata River
Experience the overwhelming sense of calm that comes with watching the start of a new day and walk away with memories that will last a lifetime
Experience it all from your window seat!
Breakfast voucher for Airspresso included to complete your experience
Aoraki Mt. Cook
Fly | Explore | Fly
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 4 hours on the ground exploring
Head into Mt. Cook Village and enjoy lunch at The Hermitage Hotel or check out the Sir Edmund Hillary Centre
Venture out and walk the Hooker Valley Track
Add on a helicopter or ski plane glacier landing with our partners Mt. Cook Ski Planes and Helicopters by INFLITE on the Tasman Glacier, New Zealand’s largest glacier
Follow a different flight path on your return flight to Queenstown, taking in the tussock-drenched Lindis Pass
Fly | Heli Hike | Fly
Our Fly | Heli Hike | Fly follow the same flight path as all other Mt. Cook flights.
Land in Mt. Cook National Park at Aoraki/Mt. Cook Airport on the picturesque outskirts of Mt. Cook Village
Team up with your guiding professional from Mt. Cook Glacier Guiding for your heli hiking adventure
Fly by helicopter to a drop off point on a remote part of the glacier
Explore ice formations on New Zealand’s largest glacier
Our Fly | Tasman Glacier Explorers | Fly follow the same flight path as all other Mt. Cook flights.
Land in Mt. Cook National Park at Aoraki/Mt. Cook Airport on the picturesque outskirts of Mt. Cook Village
Team up with your Glacier Explorers guides, departing from the Hermitage Hotel
Bus to the Tasman Valley and embark on a 30-minute alpine walk through the moraine and National Park
Fly | Ski the Tasman | Fly
Our ski the Tasman flight offers a more direct flight into Mt. Cook National park & does not include Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers
Land in Mt. Cook National Park at Aoraki/Mt. Cook Airport on the picturesque outskirts of Mt. Cook Village
Team up with Mount Cook Ski Planes and Helicopters by INFLITE and take their ski plane with your experienced guide, landing on the Tasman Glacier
Carve your way down the 1,000 metre descent on this one-of-a-kind slope, navigating an 8-10km run, not once, but twice!
After your first run, your ski plane will be waiting to take you back up where you’ll break for lunch before your second run
Take a different line and start from a different landing spot for each run
Easy to Moderate (blue runs) and the pace is relaxed as you experience your into into backcountry/heli skiing
Your adventure will take you to incredible seracs and ice caves
Turn this experience into a world-exclusive package and upgrade to one flight in a ski plane for one run and a helicopter flight for your other!
Rakiura | Stewart Island
Fly | Explore | Fly
Depart over the Remarkables, track along the Oreti River across New Zealand’s vast southern farmland before reaching the stunning Southern Coast
Fly over Foveaux Strait passing Dog Island and Ruapuki Island before landing on Ryan’s Creek Airstrip on the hill overlooking the Oban township
We can curate a day suited to you! From an adventure-packed itinerary to spending a leiserly day birdwatching or walking
Take a guided tour of Paterson Inlet with full commentary from a local skipper with Rakiura Charters + Water Taxis, with the option for a combined Whalers Base History Tour and Marine Farm Tour
Ride a water taxi out to predator-free Ulva Island and walk along the pristine coastline
Embark on a land-based tour with Aurora Cab Company and enjoy a 1.5 hour personal tour of Stewart Island
Enjoy fresh fish and chips from the Kai Kart or local eatery
Sit back and relax on your flight back to Queenstown after enjoying the real ‘island life’ adventures
If you’re unsure what add-ons you’d like to embark on, pleaseContact Usand we’ll be happy to curate a fantastic day for you!
Experience it all from your window seat!
Departure Times
Flight Experience
Departure time
Weather check time
Pick up time
Return time
Earnslaw Burn & Glaciers
2pm
1pm
1:10pm
2:45pm
Mt. Aspiring & Glaciers
2pm
1pm
1:10pm
3:15pm
Sunrise Mt. Aspiring & Glaciers (winter only)
Sunrise (varies between 6:45am & 8am)
Inital weather check evening before, followed by check 45mins before
Self drive only Check in 20 minutes before departure
1hr 15 minutes after departure (varies between 8am & 9:15am)
Some of these experiences do require additional items (See below):
Ski the Tasman: Ski/snowboard gear will be needed for this trip, you can rent this if needed
Heli Hike: We recommend comfortable clothes (not denim) outerwear is provided.
Stewart Island: Bring your togs and a towel if you want to go for a swim
Company Info
Glenorchy Airis a family-owned and operated scenic flight company based at Queenstown Airport on the stunning South Island of New Zealand. Experience awe-inspiring, personalised flights to Milford Sound, Mt. Cook, Mt. Aspiring, Stewart Island and beyond. We have many flight options to suit your time, budget and level of adventure. All of our modern fixed-wing aircraft have expansive windows, allowing every passenger unobstructed views of the stunning locations we fly over. With Glenorchy Air, your window seat awaits.
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