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Mt Cook & Hooker Valley Track

From NZD$275

4.9
(341 reviews)

Departs from: Tours from Queenstown

Duration: 12 hours

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Discover the dramatic landscapes of Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park on this small-group, fully guided day tour from Queenstown. Journey through alpine passes, turquoise lakes, and high-country plains to the foot of New Zealand’s tallest mountain, where you’ll have time to explore the iconic Hooker Valley Track and take in breathtaking views of Aoraki/Mt Cook, alpine peaks, and glacial landscapes. This is more than a day trip—it’s a journey through the heart of New Zealand’s Southern Alps, where awe-inspiring natural beauty meets fascinating stories and unforgettable experiences.

Why you’ll love this

Marvel at the towering peaks and pristine beauty of Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park

Take in panoramic views on the Hooker Valley Track

Travel through the stunning Lindis Pass and Kawarau Gorge

Stop at the vivid turquoise Lake Pukaki for incredible photo opportunities

Learn from knowledgeable local guides in a comfortable small-group setting

Please note

As you will be on the hike for the time you are in the park, we advise bringing along a light lunch or purchasing some food when we stop in Omarama.

Itinerary

What’s included

Small group fully guided tour

Comfortable, air-conditioned, luxury transport

Water and snacks provided

Why choose us

Famously passionate tour guides

Our guides share stories, laughs, and Kiwi charm on every journey.

Travel in comfort

Small groups, big comfort. Relax in our modern Mercedes minibuses with style and space.

Award-winning tours

Thousands of five-star reviews and top travel awards - experiences loved worldwide.

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Stories worth sharing

9/13/2026

Fantastic day trip!

Paul was a fantastic tour guide, went above and beyond to make sure we had the best experience! The hooker valley trip was absolutely stunning, and well worth the visit!

Ashlee G

5
9/9/2026

Amazing experience with Cheeky Kiwi Tours!

Amazing experience with Cheeky Kiwi Tours! We had such a wonderful experience with Cheeky Kiwi Tours, but what truly made our trip extra special was our amazing driver and tour guide, Nikki! She was incredibly thoughtful, energetic, knowledgeable, and so patient throughout the entire day. You can genuinely tell that she loves what she does and cares about making sure everyone has the best experience possible. We’ve done several tours during our travels, and Nikki truly stood out. We honestly wish she could have been our guide for every tour we did in New Zealand! 😂🇳🇿 Thank you, Nikki, for making an already beautiful trip even more memorable. Cheeky Kiwi is lucky to have you! Highly recommend! ❤️I’m

Owen

5
9/9/2026

Hooker Valley Track Hike

We went in September so it was late winter/early Spring and unfortunately it rained a lot. The rain turned into snow when we went on the Hooker Valley Track hike, which was freezing cold but also kind of romantic. Our guide Nikki gave us clear instructions on what to expect during the hike and when to turn back in case we can't make it to the Hooker Lake. She was very friendly and helpful. Overall I'm happy with the trip and grateful that this option exists for people who don't drive.

Olivia Z

5
9/3/2026

Superb Aoraki/Mt Cook day tour

We had an amazing time exploring Hooker Valley, thanks to Danny! He’s a fantastic guide—knowledgeable, organized, and a great navigator… The whole experience felt seamless and fun.

nicolealco

5
8/18/2026

Wonderful experience

It’s a very busy day. We had beautiful weather and the scenery was amazing.

kerry m

5
8/9/2026

Great Tour and Guide

Our tour guide Paul was a legend. He was passionate and knowledgable about the tour, the land and the people as he drove us from Queenstown to Mt Cook. He even gave some bonus Māori language lessons. It was a brilliant and fun experience

Felicity M

5
8/4/2026

Highly recommend this tour - a must do

Great tour - really enjoyed learning more about the area and exploring local gems. Lynnette was fantastic

dan

5
8/2/2026

Brian, Sharon and Brosnan

Paul was a great host. We enjoyed the tour. Thank you so much.

Brian Stanley

5
7/19/2026

Shu is the best tour leader

Shu was a great tour leader. I love her and i wish her all the best with her bubba. I think she is amazing tour guide very enthusiastic and very accommodating to everyone picking and dropping us to our hotel. That was the main concern for me because we’re new in the area but she made the trip safe to everyone and gaving us information of the beautiful scenery. Till next time cheeky kiwi. Much love from Brisbane from - Lisa and Ross

Rodelisa S

5
7/19/2026

Shu are amazing guides!

Shu our guides are AMAZING, AND TAKING CARE ALL OF US VERY GOOOD. I love the way she guide us, and bring us to the place on times, and the song on the car & very lovely condition, once again shout out to Shu, you are amazing driver & guides. Thank you so much for this wonderful experience, love from Z

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