Highlights
- Lift off from Queenstown for a helicopter adventure that fills your window with peaks and canyon walls in minutes instead of hours.
- Step aboard your helicopter for a 30-minute scenic flight, lifting quickly off the ground so almost every moment is spent in the air.
- Soar along the Southern Alps, then through historic Skippers Canyon as mountain and canyon scenery spreads out below your helicopter.
- Land on an alpine or snow site, season permitting, step into silence as your pilot's commentary brings everything into focus.
Your Experience
Lift off on a 30-minute Southern Alps helicopter flight with a season-dependent alpine landing and views over historic Skippers Canyon.
Getting started
Check in for your 30-minute helicopter flight and meet your experienced pilot before boarding. After a brief overview of the route and conditions, you fasten your seatbelt and prepare for takeoff. Once everyone is settled, the helicopter lifts away from Queenstown, heading toward the Southern Alps.
What to expect
Southern Alps flight and alpine landing
This experience centers on an aerial journey over the Southern Alps, combined with an alpine or snow landing that depends on the season and conditions.
Features
- During the 30-minute helicopter flight, you travel out over the Southern Alps, giving you time to see the scale of the mountain ranges that frame the region. The duration allows for both flying and time on the ground during the landing.
- Views of the Southern Alps and Skippers Canyon unfold beneath you, including the historic Skippers Canyon carved by the Shotover River. From the air, you can observe the deep ravines and rugged terrain that define this landscape.
- An alpine or snow landing, season dependent, is included as part of the flight. After touching down at an alpine or snow location, you step out to experience the high-altitude environment before reboarding for the return leg.
- Commentary from your experienced pilot is provided throughout the flight, highlighting key features of the Southern Alps and pointing out Skippers Canyon as you fly. Their insights help you understand the route, the historic character of Skippers Canyon, and the scenery you are viewing.
Inclusions
- 30-minute helicopter flight
- Commentary from your experienced pilot
- Alpine or snow landing (season dependent)
- Stunning views of the Southern Alps and Skippers Canyon
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.