Mt Cook & Tasman Glacier Lookout Small Group Day Trip from Queenstown
by Cheeky Kiwi Travel
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.NZ$550Overview
Visitors remember the views of Aoraki/Mt Cook and the Tasman Glacier viewpoint walk, the highlight of this full-day small group tour lasting about 12 hours. The trip begins in Queenstown, where the guide introduces the route and points out key landmarks while leaving the city. The journey continues through Kawarau Gorge, passing the Kawarau Suspension Bridge and Roaring Meg Lookout, with a chance to stop for photos if time and light allow. The route then enters Cromwell's fruit and wine region, crossing Lake Dunstan, before climbing Lindis Pass. At the top, the group stops for about 10 minutes to see panoramic valley views from one of the few alpine roads through the Southern Alps. The tour next pauses in Omarama for 30 minutes, where guests can rest or try local chicken pie. Moving west, the tour reaches Lake Pukaki, known for its blue waters set against Aoraki/Mt Cook and the Southern Alps, allowing a short stop to take photos. At Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, guests have three hours of free time to walk the Hooker Valley Track as far as the current closure at Müller Lookout or enjoy the mountain views. The full Hooker Valley Track beyond that point is closed until Autumn 2026 due to bridge repairs. On the return to Queenstown, the tour stops 10 minutes at High Country Salmon farm where visitors can feed fish and sample fresh salmon. During summer evenings, there is an additional 15-minute stop at Jackson Orchards to taste or buy local fruit and ice cream. The tour finishes back in Queenstown after a full day. This fully guided small group tour includes scenic stops, water, and snacks. Walks during the tour are self-guided, and lunch is not included but can be purchased along the way. The tour operates in all weather conditions and involves a significant amount of walking over uneven ground.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Queenstown
The tour departs from Queenstown. The guide introduces the day’s route and points out notable sights as the group leaves the city.
Kawarau Bungy Centre by AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand
Traveling through Kawarau Gorge, the tour passes the Kawarau Suspension Bridge and Roaring Meg Lookout. Time and light permitting, a stop is made for photos.
Cromwell
The journey enters Cromwell’s fruit and wine region, crossing Lake Dunstan before heading towards Lindis Pass.
Lindis Pass
The tour stops for about 10 minutes at the lookout atop Lindis Pass, one of three alpine roads through the Southern Alps, offering valley views.
10 min
Omarama
A 30-minute break occurs in the township of Omarama, passing through the Mackenzie plains and spotting Merino sheep. Guests may try local chicken pie.
30 min
Lake Pukaki
The group stops for about 5 minutes at Lake Pukaki to view its blue waters framed by Aoraki/Mt Cook and the Southern Alps.
5 min
Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)
Visitors have three hours of free time to walk the Hooker Valley Track up to Müller Lookout or enjoy views of New Zealand’s highest peak. The full track beyond Müller Lookout is closed until Autumn 2026.
180 min
High Country Salmon
On the return trip, a 10-minute stop at High Country Salmon farm allows guests to feed fish and sample fresh salmon.
10 min
Jackson Orchards
In summer months, a 15-minute stop is made at Jackson Orchards near Queenstown to taste or purchase local fruit and fruit ice cream.
15 min
Queenstown
The tour concludes upon return to Queenstown.
Meeting point
PICKUP TIME: 6:30 AM - - If your accommodation is yet to be confirmed, we ask that you select The Station - Home of Adventure for now. You can update this later.
End point
PICKUP TIME: 6:30 AM. Please meet your guide at The Station Home of Adventure / Marmolada Cafe
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Mt Cook & Tasman Glacier Lookout Small Group Day Trip from Queenstown
by Cheeky Kiwi Travel
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.NZ$550Overview
Visitors remember the views of Aoraki/Mt Cook and the Tasman Glacier viewpoint walk, the highlight of this full-day small group tour lasting about 12 hours. The trip begins in Queenstown, where the guide introduces the route and points out key landmarks while leaving the city. The journey continues through Kawarau Gorge, passing the Kawarau Suspension Bridge and Roaring Meg Lookout, with a chance to stop for photos if time and light allow. The route then enters Cromwell's fruit and wine region, crossing Lake Dunstan, before climbing Lindis Pass. At the top, the group stops for about 10 minutes to see panoramic valley views from one of the few alpine roads through the Southern Alps. The tour next pauses in Omarama for 30 minutes, where guests can rest or try local chicken pie. Moving west, the tour reaches Lake Pukaki, known for its blue waters set against Aoraki/Mt Cook and the Southern Alps, allowing a short stop to take photos. At Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, guests have three hours of free time to walk the Hooker Valley Track as far as the current closure at Müller Lookout or enjoy the mountain views. The full Hooker Valley Track beyond that point is closed until Autumn 2026 due to bridge repairs. On the return to Queenstown, the tour stops 10 minutes at High Country Salmon farm where visitors can feed fish and sample fresh salmon. During summer evenings, there is an additional 15-minute stop at Jackson Orchards to taste or buy local fruit and ice cream. The tour finishes back in Queenstown after a full day. This fully guided small group tour includes scenic stops, water, and snacks. Walks during the tour are self-guided, and lunch is not included but can be purchased along the way. The tour operates in all weather conditions and involves a significant amount of walking over uneven ground.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Queenstown
The tour departs from Queenstown. The guide introduces the day’s route and points out notable sights as the group leaves the city.
Kawarau Bungy Centre by AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand
Traveling through Kawarau Gorge, the tour passes the Kawarau Suspension Bridge and Roaring Meg Lookout. Time and light permitting, a stop is made for photos.
Cromwell
The journey enters Cromwell’s fruit and wine region, crossing Lake Dunstan before heading towards Lindis Pass.
Lindis Pass
The tour stops for about 10 minutes at the lookout atop Lindis Pass, one of three alpine roads through the Southern Alps, offering valley views.
10 min
Omarama
A 30-minute break occurs in the township of Omarama, passing through the Mackenzie plains and spotting Merino sheep. Guests may try local chicken pie.
30 min
Lake Pukaki
The group stops for about 5 minutes at Lake Pukaki to view its blue waters framed by Aoraki/Mt Cook and the Southern Alps.
5 min
Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)
Visitors have three hours of free time to walk the Hooker Valley Track up to Müller Lookout or enjoy views of New Zealand’s highest peak. The full track beyond Müller Lookout is closed until Autumn 2026.
180 min
High Country Salmon
On the return trip, a 10-minute stop at High Country Salmon farm allows guests to feed fish and sample fresh salmon.
10 min
Jackson Orchards
In summer months, a 15-minute stop is made at Jackson Orchards near Queenstown to taste or purchase local fruit and fruit ice cream.
15 min
Queenstown
The tour concludes upon return to Queenstown.
Meeting point
PICKUP TIME: 6:30 AM - - If your accommodation is yet to be confirmed, we ask that you select The Station - Home of Adventure for now. You can update this later.
End point
PICKUP TIME: 6:30 AM. Please meet your guide at The Station Home of Adventure / Marmolada Cafe
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.