Mt Cook & Tasman Glacier lookout Small Group Tour from Queenstown
Mt Cook & Tasman Glacier lookout Small Group Tour from Queenstown
Mt Cook & Tasman Glacier lookout Small Group Tour from Queenstown
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Discover the breathtaking beauty of Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park on this unforgettable small-group adventure from Queenstown. Travel through spectacular South Island landscapes as your knowledgeable guide shares stories and insights along the way.
Journey through dramatic alpine scenery including the rugged Kawarau Gorge and the sweeping views of Lindis Pass, with scenic stops at iconic locations such as the vibrant turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki. You may also visit local favourites like High Country Salmon and seasonal fruit stalls.
At Mt Cook National Park, enjoy free time to explore this remarkable alpine environment. Walk to the Tasman Glacier lookout for panoramic views of New Zealand’s largest glacier, glacial lakes, and towering peaks.
NOTE: The Hooker Valley Track is currently closed beyond Müller Lookout while the Department of Conservation replaces one of the bridges. This section still offers beautiful views, with the full track expected to reopen in Autumn 2026.
Itinerary
Queenstown(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeYour tour starts in the stunning city of Queenstown. As we drive out of the city your guide will not only set the scene for your adventurous day but also point out and guide you past some of the area’s top highlights.Kawarau Suspension Bridge(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeDeparting Queenstown we then make our way through the impressive Kawarau Gorge passing stunning views, the Kawarau Suspension Bridge and the famous Roaring Meg Lookout. Time and light permitting, we will stop for that first great shot of the tour.Cromwell(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeExiting the Kawarau Gorge we enter the fruit and wine growing region of Cromwell. Passing huge fields of vines, we cross Lake Dunstan and follow this beautiful lake towards Lindis Pass.Lindis Pass
10 minsAdmission Ticket FreeClimbing in altitude, Lindis Pass has amazing views down through the valleys. Being one of only three alpine roads through the otherwise impassable Southern Alps, we stop at the famous lookout at the top of the pass for an essential photo.Omarama
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeWhile driving through the endless plains of the Mackenzie district we will spot several of the famous Merino breed of sheep before stopping at the quaint township of Omarama. While in Omarama we have time for a break or even to try the best creamy chicken pie in NZ (in our opinion)!Lake Pukaki
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeTurning west we begin to enter the Aoraki National Park and Lake Pukaki begins to emerge in front of us. Lake Pukaki is one of the bluest lakes you will ever see and is stunningly framed by the backdrop of Aoraki/Mt Cook and the Southern Alps. We stop for some amazing photos and to just marvel at the sight that we are beholding. It’s not hard to see why many Lord of the Rings scene were filmed nearby.Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)
3 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeYou will have approximately 2.5 - 3 hours of free time. Take a scenic walk to the Tasman Glacier viewpoint, where you’ll witness the vast scale of New Zealand’s longest glacier. The trail offers incredible views of the ice-covered valley, Tasman Lake, and surrounding mountains.High Country Salmon
10 minsAdmission Ticket FreeFarewelling Aoraki/Mt Cook Village and making our way back to Queenstown we stop in at High Country Salmon, a local salmon farm, where you can feed the fish and taste some of the freshest salmon in New Zealand.Jackson Orchards
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeDuring summer months when the sun is still up and as we get close to Queenstown, we often stop at Jacksons Orchard to try or buy some delicious local fruit or real fruit ice cream.Queenstown(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeSadly the tour must come to an end as we re-enter Queenstown and say our goodbyes.
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