Queenstown: Sunrise Glacier Scenic Flight
MacKenzie District, Queenstown
New Zealand's only fixed-wing Sunrise Scenic Flight! Watch the sun break this winter from behind Mt. Aspiring, New Zealand’s highest mountain outside the Aoraki/Mount Cook region.
The Mt. Aspiring Sunrise Scenic Flight is a fixed-wing sightseeing flight departing from Queenstown, ideal for early risers seeking unique aerial views.
Highlights
- Experience New Zealand's only fixed-wing Sunrise Scenic Flight.
- See the landscape before the town wakes up.
- View peaks and valleys illuminated by the early morning light.
Description
As New Zealand's only fixed-wing Sunrise Flight Company, we follow a carefully planned route to catch the best sunbreak and views. Watch the sun rise behind Mt. Aspiring, the highest mountain outside the Aoraki/Mt. Cook region.
Enjoy spectacular sights including the Passchendaele Icefall, the Bonar Glacier, and the Olivine Ice Plateau. Fly over landscapes shaped 15,000 years ago, untouched and preserved in time.
Soar above Mt. Aspiring National Park, discovering less visible features like the Barrier Range and the headwaters of the Arawhata River. This flight offers a calm, memorable experience as you witness the start of a new day.
Includes
- Round-trip scenic flight from Queenstown around Mt. Aspiring at sunrise with no landing
- Flight duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Guaranteed window seat
- Parking validation at Queenstown Airport
- $1 donation per passenger to the Kea Conservation Trust
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book early to secure your preferred date. Wear warm clothing and bring a camera to capture the changing light. The best time to fly is during clear mornings for optimal visibility.
