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Air Safaris Explore New Zealand's
most spectacular alpine scenery! See Mt Cook, Lake Tekapo, glaciers and more.

Air Safaris is an award-winning company, flying for over 50 years in the Aoraki Mt Cook and Westland National Parks. The pioneering family started with just one aircraft and still own and operate the business, now one of New Zealand’s largest scenic flight airlines. WHY FLY WITH AIR SAFARIS?

• Experience New Zealand’s incredible scenery, including Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo.
• Flights depart from Lake Tekapo, Glentanner Park/Mt Cook or Franz Josef.
• Safe, modern aircraft with experienced local alpine pilots.
• Fixed wing and helicopter flights.
• Every seat is a window seat for unparalleled views.
• Go further & see more – epic mountains, glaciers, alpine valleys, glacial lakes, and
braided rivers.
• Informative and entertaining commentary with multi-language brochure supplied.
• Private charter flights include Milford Sound, Queenstown, West Coast,
Christchurch or Dunedin.
• Family-owned business with friendly, personal service since 1970! SCENIC FLIGHT OPTIONS:

The Grand Traverse: The magnificent “flight of a lifetime!” Experience breath-taking scenery up close from your own window seat, including Aoraki Mt Cook, glaciers, braided rivers, and glacial lakes. 50-minute scenic plane flight from lake Tekapo or Franz Josef (West Coast). Aoraki Mt Cook Franz & Fox Magic: A amazing 60-minute helicopter flight from Lake Tekapo with incredible scenery and alpine snow landing. See Aoraki Mt Cook, New Zealand’s longest glacier, beautiful glacial lakes, and braided rivers. Mount Cook Alpine Grandeur: An awesome 45-minute helicopter flight from Lake Tekapo with an alpine snow landing. Explore incredible valleys and glaciers of the Southern Alps, and see mighty Aoraki Mt Cook. Mackenzie Explorer: One of the most popular helicopter flights! Enjoy a stunning 30-minute flight from Lake Tekapo then experience a snow or alpine landing. Milford Sound Excursion: Experience an epic flight direct to Milford Sound or via Aoraki Mt Cook. Enjoy incredible scenery then relax in beautiful Milford Sound before flying back. 2.5 hour return flight from Lake Tekapo or Franz Josef (West Coast). Weddings & Engagements: Enjoy the privacy of an exclusive helicopter flight with a gorgeous alpine landing high above Lake Tekapo. Wedding and engagement packages can be tailored for you, making that special day even more magical!

We’ve been loving these calm and clear conditions the past wee while. Here’s a few shots we’ve snapped on our recent fli...
19/10/2026

We’ve been loving these calm and clear conditions the past wee while. Here’s a few shots we’ve snapped on our recent flights ✈️

If you’ve been thinking about booking a flight with us, this is your sign 👀 Head to our website to book your seat!

A flight to remember ✨We love hearing what our guests have to say! 🩵✈️Flown with us before? We’d love for you to share y...
12/10/2026

A flight to remember ✨

We love hearing what our guests have to say! 🩵✈️

Flown with us before? We’d love for you to share your experience with us on Google🌟

04/10/2026

Our favourite kind of days☀️✈️

A few shots showing just how large the most recent calving event on Tasman Lake was 🧊🧊Ice breaking away from the glacier...
02/10/2026

A few shots showing just how large the most recent calving event on Tasman Lake was 🧊🧊

Ice breaking away from the glacier face and making it’s way into the lake, captured from above on our Grand Traverse Flight ✈️

Smiles all around after yesterday’s snow cleared and the sun finally came out☀️❄️
27/09/2026

Smiles all around after yesterday’s snow cleared and the sun finally came out☀️❄️

Ever wondered what makes the West Coast so green? 🌿Franz Josef sits amongst some of New Zealand’s most temperate rainfor...
17/09/2026

Ever wondered what makes the West Coast so green? 🌿

Franz Josef sits amongst some of New Zealand’s most temperate rainforest, where native trees, ferns and moss-covered forest floor thrive in the region’s famously wet climate.

From above, you can see just how close the rainforest, mountains and glaciers are, with the landscape changing in just a short distance✈️🏔️

Some new additions to our shop ✈️Check out these new custom aircraft models, made right here in New Zealand by Abstract ...
14/09/2026

Some new additions to our shop ✈️

Check out these new custom aircraft models, made right here in New Zealand by Abstract Design. A fun little way to take a piece of Air Safaris home with you!

A big thanks to the team at Abstract Design for bringing these awesome designs to life!

Check them out, along with the rest of our merchandise range, on our new online shop ✈️

Head to the link in our bio to shop!

Not just your average window seat 🏔️✈️
04/09/2026

Not just your average window seat 🏔️✈️

Meet the Air Safaris Team, Lake Tekapo💙✈From the desk to the runway, we’re all here to make your flight unforgettable. W...
01/09/2026

Meet the Air Safaris Team, Lake Tekapo💙✈

From the desk to the runway, we’re all here to make your flight unforgettable. Whether you're booking your ticket, boarding the plane, or flying over the Southern Alps, this is the crew making it happen.

Address

State Highway 8, Lake Tekapo Airport
Lake Tekapo
7945

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday 8:30am - 5pm
Sunday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+6436806880

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