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The 6 Best Ski Days in New Zealand

6 tours  ·  from $35 a head

The 6 best ski days you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Mount Cook: Ski Plane and Helicopter Glacier Combo Flight - From Mount Cook Aerodrome to the Tasman Valley
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Mount Cook: Ski Plane and Helicopter Glacier Combo Flight

1.Ski Plane and Helicopter Glacier Combo Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 271 reviews · 45 min · from $328Our pick

Fly by ski plane and helicopter over Mount Cook, land on the Tasman Glacier, and see New Zealand’s high alpine world from above.

“We didn’t get to do the Ultimate Combo due to strong winds both days, nevertheless the staff managed to reschedule us a Glacier landing. It was amazing!”

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45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour - Leaving Mount Cook Airport for the Tasman Valley
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45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour

2.45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 107 reviews · from $353

Fly over Aoraki Mount Cook, land on the Tasman Glacier, and switch between a ski plane and helicopter on this rare 45-minute flight.

“I did not do the combo as it did not have enough people so it was a 45 minute helicopter and glacier experience. The pilot was great, the views were amazing and it was a beautiful sunny day. I would definitely recommend.”

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45-Minute Glacier Highlights Ski Plane Tour from Mount Cook - From Mount Cook Airport to the Southern Alps
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45-Minute Glacier Highlights Ski Plane Tour from Mount Cook

55 minute Grand Circle Ski Plane - Crossing the Main Divide to Fox and Franz Josef
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55 minute Grand Circle Ski Plane

4.55 minute Grand Circle Ski Plane

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $482

Circle Aoraki Mount Cook by ski plane, cross the Southern Alps, land on glaciers, and see Fox, Franz Josef, and Tasman Glaciers from above.

“Unforgettable experience that’s well worth what we paid! We flew higher than I initially anticipated and actually managed to get very close to the summit of Mount Cook.”

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Shuttle Park n Ride to Whakapapa Ski fields - The ride through Tongariro National Park
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Shuttle Park n Ride to Whakapapa Ski fields

5.Shuttle Park n Ride to Whakapapa Ski fields

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $34Best value

Ride a warm, gear-friendly shuttle from National Park Village to Whakapapa Ski Fields, with local stories, mountain views, and a return trip.

“Excellent shuttle service to Whakapapa Ski Field! Very reliable and easy to communicate with—they respond immediately if you need to modify your booking. They also take great care of your belongings left in the van or bus. Highly recommend!”

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Mt Cook: 55-Minute Scenic Flight in Helicopter or Ski Plane - The Route Across the Main Divide
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Mt Cook: 55-Minute Scenic Flight in Helicopter or Ski Plane

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