Discover the treasures of the Fiordland wilderness on a breathtaking 40 minute scenic helicopter from Te Anau that can best be described as mountain magic! Departing from the lakeside helicopter pad on Te Anau, buckle up for a mesmerising journey soaring high over the Main Divide.
Admire the ever-changing scenery of beech forest, maunga (mountains) and bright blue alpine lakes in this beautiful corner of South West New Zealand. The helicopter flight will also make a special alpine landing at Mount Kidd for an incredible photographic opportunity overlooking a tranquil lake. Make sure to add this flight to your Te Anau bucket list on your next visit.
Inclusions
- 40 minute scenic helicopter flight
- One landing
Highlights
- High alpine landing at Mount Kidd
- Spectacular views out across the most remote areas of Fiordland
- Soar high above the Kepler Mountains and view the Kepler Track from the air
Time
- This flight is available Monday to Sunday.
Duration
- This experience is 40 minutes in duration.
Location
- This experience takes place in Fiordland, NZ.
Departure Location
- This experience is located at Southern Lakes Helicopters, 79 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau.
What To Bring
- Sturdy shoes, pants, and a light jacket
- Wearing warm layers is a good idea since it can be a little colder up in the mountains at our landing location but nice and warm inside the helicopter
Additional Information
- There are no age restrictions however, any children under four will travel for free on parents lap and safety belts are provided
- Children over four legally require their own seat
- Full names and weights of all passengers prior to boarding the aircraft are required
- Minimum numbers do apply - two persons per flight - subject to aircraft availability
- You can watch the aircraft take off however space in office is limited
- The pilots make a weather call each morning. Passengers are welcome to call the office for an update
- Most of the flights are wheelchair accessible
- The number of passengers and weight will determine the most the suitable aircraft
Cancellation Policy
- Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements