Ski/Snowboard the Tasman - Mt Cook Ski Planes

This incredible day combines the breathtaking views of flying over the Southern Alps and the Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park with the once-in-a-lifetime experience of actually skiing or snowboarding on the famous Tasman Glacier, New Zealand’s longest glacier.

These trips are open to skiers and boarders, and side adventures include visits to the ice caves and natural ice features during your ride down the glacier.

The runs are wide and long (8-10km per run!) and are similar to blue runs; perfect for a family adventure and introduction to the back country.

Minimum age of 10 years is required for children.

Flight transfers, ski guide and safety equipment are all included on the trips. Lunches and ski gear can be ordered at additional cost with advance notice.

A great winter adventure awaits on the Tasman!

Flight Information

This experience uses a ski plane flight from the Aoraki Mt Cook Airport and transfers for your 2 ski run experience - the only company operating ski planes in NZ and celebrating over 65 years of aviation.

The planes have retractable skids on the aircraft enabling them to land and take off from the snow and runways here - a unique and special experience.

The flight path takes you over the Tasman braided rivers that feed from the Tasman Terminal Lake, past mighty Aoraki, and following the Tasman Glacier to land ready for your ski runs.

The planes can take up to 7 passengers at a time.

Transfers from Queenstown

Mt Cook Ski Planes are able to organise transport from Queenstown and Wanaka for you and your group. Choose from a range of options – including self-drive, guided road transport, or fly for the ultimate in luxury and maximise your time.