Magical views of Queenstown, land amongst the Southern Alps, and sweep the length of spectacular glaciers.

Duration

Approximately 3 hours total trip duration including your landings.

About

As you lift from Queenstown, experience the magical views of the Whakatipu Basin, stretching out over the famous Earnslaw Burn and Lake McKerrow. As you take in the grandeur of the Southern Alps on your way into Milford Sound / Piopiotahi, land amongst ancient ice flows of the glaciers.

Seal colonies and glacial valleys await you as you sweep the length of the glacier/snow in your private helicopter. View Lake Quill, the source of Sutherland Falls and the stunning Mackinnon Pass as you fly through the world-famous Arthur Valley on your journey back to Queenstown.

Highlights

• Scenic helicopter flight.
• Overflight of Milford Sound / Piopiotahi.
• 3 Landings including a glacier/ snow landing, alpine lake and West Coast beach.

What’s included

• Private Helicopter.
• Informative pilot commentary.
• Complimentary transfers from your Queenstown accommodation

More Info

Get ready! Here’s what you should know

Departure Locations
Departs and returns from The Helicopter Line Base, Lucas Place, Queenstown, New Zealand.

Departure Times and check in
Check In closes 30 minutes prior to departure time.

Combined weights of all passengers can be no more than 480kg. Within that, 2 passengers must not exceed a combined weight of 153kg in order to occupy the front two seats.

Actual weights will be recorded prior to the departure of your flight. This quote is conditional upon the information and weight estimates provided by you.

Please call 0800 500 575, 24-hours prior to departure for a weather check and to reconfirm your booking.

Weather
Your flight is subject to favourable weather conditions; if cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.

We recommend booking your flights early in your trip with flexibility for weather changes. We don’t want you to miss out.

Additional information

Flights, landings and routes may vary due to weather and the pilot’s discretion. Flight times are approximate and include your landing.

Prices include concession fees contributing toward conservation and sustainability management.

Drones, iPads and selfie sticks are not allowed on board for safety.

What to bring

• Warm clothing.
• Sturdy covered shoes.
• Sunglasses and sunscreen.
• Your phone/camera, and a sense of adventure.