Mt Cook Small Group Scenic Day Tour from Queenstown
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About the Activity
Explore the Mt Cook area on this one day, fully guided small group tour from Queenstown with free time to participate in the best activities. Highlights: • Mt Cook & Aoraki National Park • Lake Pukaki • Kawarau Gorge, Lindis Pass, the Southern Alps • High Country Salmon (time dependant ) • Free time for activities & walks While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, we at Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it is our small groups, our guides, the journey and the little details that set our tours well apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember. You also have time to enjoy extra activities of your choice, unlike many other tours. On tours are led by our passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing stories and rich background knowledge and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.13 hours
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Water available & snacks provided
Small Group and Fully Guided Tour
Transport to Hooker Valley Track
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Lunch - opportunities to purchase along the way.
Guided tour of Hooker Valley Track - this is to be self guided
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Queenstown(Pass By)
Queenstown, New ZealandYour 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 areas top highlights.View LocationKawarau Suspension Bridge(Pass By)
Kawarau Bridge, Gibbston, New ZealandDeparting Queenstown we then make our way through the stunning 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.View Location1
Cromwell
Cromwell, New ZealandExiting 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. 5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Lindis Pass
Omarama, New ZealandPass through Lindis Pass, one of only three alpine roads through the otherwise impassable Southern Alps we stop at the famous lookout. 15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Omarama Sheep Statue
State Highway 8 and Chains Hill Highway, Omarama, New ZealandWhile 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)!30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Lake Pukaki
, New Zealand, 7999Turning 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 and we will point them out for you. 15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)
New ZealandWhile in the national park you have 2.5 - 3 hours free time to enjoy free walks/hikes or one of the extra optional activities. Some of our recommendations include: The Hooker Valley hike – thought to be one of New Zealand’s most beautiful hikes. Heli Hike - this adventure on the Tasman Glacier is the ultimate way to enjoy the area. Scenic flights – see the region from the air and land on the Tasman Glacier. Which ever activity from these you decide to do we will pick you up and drop you off where you need to go and make sure you are well looked after. 3 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
High Country Salmon
2602 Twizel-Omarama Road, Twizel, New Zealand, 7999Farewelling 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.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
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PICKUP TIME 6:30 AM. If your accommodation is not yet booked, please select this location.
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PICKUP TIME 6:30 AM. If your accommodation is not yet booked, please select this location.
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Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- - Pick-ups are available only from the hotels listed. If your location isn’t listed, please select the nearest option. - Pick-ups start up to 20 minutes before the tour time. Be ready and waiting outside by this time to avoid missing your pick-up. -Not all locations are serviced daily—pick-up points are pre-determined for each tour. If your pick-up location changes, please notify us in advance. - Guides may arrive up to 10 minutes late due to multiple stops but cannot wait for late passengers. We recommend being ready 5–10 minutes early. PICKUP TIMES: Kamana Lakehouse 6:15am Mercure 6:16am Heritage Hotel 6:17am Rydges Lakeland Resort 6:20am Hotel St Moritz 6:21am QT Queenstown 6:22am Crowne Plaza 6:23am Pinewood Lodge 6:24am Queenstown Park Boutique 6:25am Flaming Kiwi Backpackers 6:26am Novotel 6:27am Nomads Hostel 6:28am Sofitel Hotel & Spa 6:30am The Station Home of Adventure 6:30am LyLo Queenstown 6:30am Aspen Lodge 6:31am Heartland Hotel 6:32am Holiday Inn Express 6:33am Ramada Queenstown Central 6:34am Copthorne Hotel & Resort Lakefront 6:35am Millennium Hotel 6:36am Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Lakeview 6:37am Swiss Belsuites Pounamu 6:38am Oaks Shores Resort 6:39am The Rees 6:40am Holiday Inn Frankton Road (bus stop on Frankton Road) 6:41am Sherwood Hotel (Bus stop on Frankton Road) 6:42am Frankton Terminus (near Queenstown Airport) 6:44am Wyndham Garden 6:45am Sudima 5 Mile 6:46am
- Travelers will be picked up 15 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A moderate amount of walking is involved.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Children aged 7 years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. If you don't have a car seat one can be provided (with 24 hours’ notice) for NZ$20 per seat
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketHotel pick ups start 20 minutes before the tour time. Please check your pick up time in tour information to ensure you do not miss your pickup. You will be picked up in a 12 or 7 seater minibus with Cheeky Kiwi Travel sign-writing on it.Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Pacific/Auckland time to receive 100% refund.
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