Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Mount Cook February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Mount Cook Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Cook.dx2390)[Hotels in Mount Cook](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Cook-Hotels.d2390.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Mount Cook](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Mount-Cook.d2390.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Mount Cook Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Mount-Cook.d2390.Car-Hire-Guide)[Mount Cook Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Cook.d2390.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Mount Cook ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Mount Cook Types of activities [Mount Cook travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Cook.dx2390) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2390/aad18e3f-97c5-4f0a-921c-6e8bd9bb204a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2390/aad18e3f-97c5-4f0a-921c-6e8bd9bb204a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hooker Valley Track,Mount Cook, New Zealand.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2390/95330591-b0b4-42a4-ad55-b587d6d7421e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mount Cook, the highest mountain of the New Zealand alps, south Island, Shutterstock ID 1169394706, Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2390/cd127136-3182-425c-9fe5-5d0869cd772e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A long road leading to a large snow capped mountain on a sunny day, Shutterstock ID 573203764, Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2390/ede7ecf0-982e-4d3b-ae06-a5d156d479fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Mount Cook Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Mount Cook has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Mount Cook, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Mount Cook with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Mount Cook Mount Cook is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Mount Cook, and make it a breeze to explore Mount Cook and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Mount Cook to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Mount Cook, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Mount Cook. #### Mount Cook attractions Mount Cook has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Mount Cook to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Mount Cook. Looking for things to do in Mount Cook can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Mount Cook | Number of things to do | 73 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Centre Ticket with Optional Backstage P...](/things-to-do/skip-the-line-franz-josef-wildlife-centre-ticket-with-optional-backstage-pass.a1395132.activity-details): £29 | | Top 5 things to do | [Franz Josef Nature Tour](/things-to-do/franz-josef-glacier-2-hour-tour.a3245162.activity-details)[Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Centre Ticket with Optional Backstage P...](/things-to-do/skip-the-line-franz-josef-wildlife-centre-ticket-with-optional-backstage-pass.a1395132.activity-details)[45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour](/things-to-do/45-minute-mount-cook-ski-plane-and-helicopter-combo-tour.a1301592.activity-details)[Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike](/things-to-do/franz-josef-glacier-heli-hike.a45267910.activity-details)[Franz Josef: Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight](/things-to-do/fox-and-franz-twin-glacier-helicopter-flight-from-franz-josef.a48910292.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Franz Josef Nature Tour](/things-to-do/franz-josef-glacier-2-hour-tour.a3245162.activity-details)[Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Centre Ticket with Optional Backstage P...](/things-to-do/skip-the-line-franz-josef-wildlife-centre-ticket-with-optional-backstage-pass.a1395132.activity-details)[Ultimate Discovery: 3 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 45min](/things-to-do/ultimate-discovery-3-glaciers-with-snow-landing.a2647611.activity-details)[Franz Josef: Franz Josef Glacier Lookout Guided Walk](/things-to-do/franz-josef-franz-josef-glacier-lookout-guided-walk.a44510979.activity-details)[Franz Josef Town: Off- Road Adventure Quad Bike Tour](/things-to-do/franz-josef-town-off-road-adventure-quad-bike-tour.a51232822.activity-details) | | With kids | [Franz Josef Nature Tour](/things-to-do/franz-josef-glacier-2-hour-tour.a3245162.activity-details)[Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Centre Ticket with Optional Backstage P...](/things-to-do/skip-the-line-franz-josef-wildlife-centre-ticket-with-optional-backstage-pass.a1395132.activity-details)[45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour](/things-to-do/45-minute-mount-cook-ski-plane-and-helicopter-combo-tour.a1301592.activity-details)[Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike](/things-to-do/franz-josef-glacier-heli-hike.a45267910.activity-details)[Franz Josef: Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight](/things-to-do/fox-and-franz-twin-glacier-helicopter-flight-from-franz-josef.a48910292.activity-details) | ## What to do in Mount Cook --- ### Popular places to visit ![0_BXP60263h](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113038/3e3abce0-d6e8-4fe9-b9c7-d926d0fc5741.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aoraki / Mount Cook Explore the great outdoors at Aoraki / Mount Cook and enjoy the stunning glacier views during your trip to Mount Cook. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aoraki-Mount-Cook-Mount-Cook.d6113038.Attraction) ![Mount Cook National Park showing landscape views, snow and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139475/4b5a83bc-d589-472c-8d92-974d102efde5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Cook National Park Ski on a glacier, enjoy hot springs and tackle the peak where Sir Edmund Hillary trained for Everest in this spectacular part of New Zealand. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Cook-National-Park-Mount-Cook.d6139475.Attraction) ![Mount Cook National Park featuring mountains, a river or creek and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610225/5d85fe19-cce9-4931-9748-5c9b47cd95c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hooker Valley Track You can take time to visit Hooker Valley Track during your travels to Mount Cook. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hooker-Valley-Track-Mount-Cook.d553248621532610225.Attraction) ![Sunrise at Tasman Glacial Lake. Just a short 15 minute drive from the hostel! One of the most beautiful things I have ever seen! #BvS100k](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2390/ef637f6a-e5fe-4031-a345-8d02690118df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tasman Glacier Enjoy the mountain views and explore Tasman Glacier, a lovely green space in Mount Cook. Discover the spas in this walkable area or seek out its hiking trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tasman-Glacier-Mount-Cook.d553248635939591357.Attraction) ![take a helicopter to hike or climb a beautiful glacier](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181325/094e9f77-e526-4d76-bec3-8ffbc1b73114.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mueller Glacier Explore the great outdoors at Mueller Glacier, a lovely green space in Mount Cook. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mueller-Glacier-Mount-Cook.d637918336979918848.Attraction) #### Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center After visiting Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mount Cook Village. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aoraki-Mount-Cook-Visitor-Center-Mount-Cook.d6295237.Attraction) #### Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre during your trip to Mount Cook Village. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sir-Edmund-Hillary-Alpine-Centre-Mount-Cook.d6295234.Attraction) #### Kea Point Walk You can take time to visit Kea Point Walk during your travels to Mount Cook Village. Discover the mountain views in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kea-Point-Walk-Mount-Cook.d553248621532610210.Attraction) #### Murchison Glacier Explore the great outdoors at Murchison Glacier, a lovely green space in Mount Cook. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Murchison-Glacier-Mount-Cook.d637917510439583744.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Mount Cook ![NZ Mt Cook Valley tasman pan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7524/d211fc5a-0961-424f-a44d-178ba49bfe9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Glentanner ![Sealy Tarns Track view, Aoraki, Mount Cook, New Zealand, NZ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139476/be6d48fa-58b0-4c80-b198-3266ee4ed705.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mount Cook Village ![Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, Shutterstock ID 288251813, Purchase Order: SP-1779, Order Number: SP-1779 Destination campaign with AMEX, Client/Licensee: Expedia.com, Other: Eunice Seo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351337/c839af62-16e5-4881-a127-f8c415bf5844.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Westland Tai Poutini National Park ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mount Cook worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Mount Cook? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Mount Cook? ### Is three days enough to stay in Mount Cook? ### What are some activities to do in Mount Cook with kids? > - [Franz Josef Nature Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/franz-josef-glacier-2-hour-tour.a3245162.activity-details) > - [Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Centre Ticket with Optional Backstage P...](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/skip-the-line-franz-josef-wildlife-centre-ticket-with-optional-backstage-pass.a1395132.activity-details) > - [45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/45-minute-mount-cook-ski-plane-and-helicopter-combo-tour.a1301592.activity-details) > - [Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/franz-josef-glacier-heli-hike.a45267910.activity-details) > - [Franz Josef: Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/fox-and-franz-twin-glacier-helicopter-flight-from-franz-josef.a48910292.activity-details) ### What to do in Mount Cook for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Mount Cook? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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