Best of · MOUNTAIN HELICOPTER FLIGHTS IN QUEENSTOWN
Four-seat aircraft and one weather window a day mean the good mountain helicopter flights in Queenstown go early. Below: the 5 to book ahead, what each includes and how they differ.
Take a 25-minute helicopter flight from Queenstown with hotel pickup, live commentary, and an alpine landing chosen by your pilot. See Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown, and the surrounding mountains from above. Snow is likely in winter, while summer landings reveal rugged high-country ground.
“Great opportunity to take on! Loved our pilot pete he was very helpful.”
Fly from Queenstown over Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables in a six-passenger helicopter, with pilot commentary and a roughly 10-minute alpine landing. Pilots such as Bill, Jono, Jezza, and Jazza have earned praise for smooth flying and friendly local insight. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
“What a fantastic experience. Our scenic flight, including the glacier landing, was by far the highlight of our 4 day stay in Queenstown. Our AS350 Squirrel pilot Pete was extremely professional, and a master of his craft. The surreal feeling, and surprisingly calm environment up there on the Glacier was something we'll never forget. I recommend this tour to everyone who has a passion for the wow factor, you won't be able to wipe the smile off your face for days.”
Fly with Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters from Queenstown to Milford Sound, cruise beneath cliffs and waterfalls, then return over Fiordland for an alpine or glacier landing. Pilots such as Luke, Jeremy, Michael, and Andrew provide live English commentary. Weather can change the route.
“This trip was more than we could’ve ever imagined. Any fears I had quickly disappeared the minute we got into the helicopter. Our Pilot Michael was so amazing and made the flight so much fun, along with the great people with us that we had just met. The glacier landings (we were lucky to have two) were unforgettable. Best day ever!!!!”
Take a 20-minute helicopter flight above Queenstown, with an alpine landing on the Remarkables Spur at about 5,000 feet. Your English-speaking pilot points out glaciers, gold-mining sites, film locations, lakes, and valleys. Pickup from selected hotels is available, and flight paths depend on weather.
“The flight was smooth and amazing. Jack was very friendly and polite. He also made sure we enjoy the flight . He also flewed the flight very smoothly”
Take a 35-minute helicopter flight with Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters over Queenstown, Skippers Canyon, and the Whakatipu Basin. Your pilot explains the area’s geology and gold-mining past before landing on a remote alpine peak. Snow may cover the landing site in winter, but the route and landing depend on weather.
“Awesome experience, exciting, rewarding. Great people with heaps of friendly information.”
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