Tour Inclusions
- 30 minute guided helicopter flight from Queenstown on the Grand Circuit
- Landing on the Remarkables Ranges (stand in snow during winter)
- Views of Shotover River, Corinet Peak, The Remarkables, Wakatipu Basin, Skippers Canyon & Lord of the Rings country
- Informative commentary during the flight
- Professionally trained pilot with specific experience flying in New Zealand's alpine environment
- Hotel pickup and drop off
Departures
| All year round | Every half hour between 8:00AM & 5:00PM |
| Frequency | Daily |
| Total Duration | 30 Minutes |
| From | Queenstown Airport, Lucas Place. Alternatively a Shuttle bus from your centrally located Queenstown accommodation that can be nominated at time of booking. |
| Return To | Flight concludes at original point of departure |
Booking Confirmation:
- Confirmation E-Voucher will be sent to you within 24 hours of booking, subject to availability
- E-Voucher contains operator details, times and local contact telephone numbers
- This tour must be booked at least 72 hours in advance of travel
This popular Grand Circuit of Queenstown is the premier scenic helicopter flight. Marvel at the outstanding landforms and stunning beauty of the Wakatipu basin. The untamed Shotover River is revealed in rugged Skippers Canyon. See spectacular film locations from Lord of the Rings.
The helicopter flight includes a landing on the Remarkables Mountains. At 1538 meters above Queenstown there will be snow in the winter, but all year round it displays fantastic panoramic views. In the winter stand in snow whilst breathing the freshest mountain air at the same time as soaking up the stunning scenery spread out below you.
Your professional pilot will point out locations from the Lord of the Rings and other films as well as explain the landscape, its geography, and its history.
The Helicopters are predominately European AS355 Twin Engine Squirrels (seats 06 passengers plus pilot). These are ideal for scenic flights, with an open plan cabin making for excellent views for all passengers. The Helicopter Line has the highest levels of Civil Aviation Authority certification for scenic helicopter operations, this involves regular monitoring and audit of all aspects of the operations.
- Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated
- Children must be accompanied by a fare paying adult
- Food and drinks are excluded
- All flights operate subject to suitable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
- It is recommended that warm clothing and suitable footwear be worn on this tour due to cold temperatures
- The Operator reserves the right to alter prices, departure times and flight routes or arrange alternative helicopter services
- All flights require a minimum number of 3 passengers for departures. Bookings will be accepted for numbers less than the required minimum number on the basis that bookings will be co-ordinated to achieve minimum numbers
- Fleet predominantly of twin-engine helicopters. Professionally trained pilots with specific experience flying in New Zealand’s alpine environment. All aircraft are maintained and pilots licensed to New Zealand Civil Aviation requirements
