Highlights
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Discover the epic scale of the Southern Alps and Fiordland National Park on the way to Milford Sound / Piopiotahi.
- Fly over secluded alpine lakes, sky-high waterfalls, lush pristine rainforest, ancient glaciers and rugged peaks making two spectacular alpine landings.
What's included
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Scenic helicopter flight.
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Two alpine landings.
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Hotel pickup and drop off.
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Informative pilot commentary.
Overview
Take in the epic scale of the Southern Alps and The Divide on the way to Milford Sound / Piopiotahi. Fly over secluded alpine lakes, sky-high waterfalls, lush pristine rainforest, ancient glaciers and rugged peaks and the thrill of two remote alpine landings.
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Get ready! Here’s what you should know
Duration
- 1.5 hour total trip duration including two alpine landings.
Departure Locations
- Departs and returns from The Helicopter Line Base, Lucas Place, Queenstown, New Zealand.
Departure Times and check in
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Check In closes 30 minutes prior to departure time.
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Please call 0800 500 575, 24-hours prior to departure for a weather check and to reconfirm your booking.
Weather
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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.
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We recommend booking your flights early in your trip with flexibility for weather changes. We don’t want you to miss out.
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Additional information
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Confirmation will be received within 48-hours of booking, subject to availability.
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Flights, landings and routes may vary due to weather and the pilot’s discretion. Flight times are approximate and include your landing.
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Minimum passenger numbers apply for flights. Bookings will be coordinated to achieve this where possible.
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Prices include concession fees contributing toward conservation and sustainability management.
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Drones, iPads or selfie sticks are not allowed on board for safety.
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What to bring
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Warm clothing.
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Sturdy covered shoes (snow on your toes is not nice!)
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Sunglasses and sunscreen.
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Your phone/camera, and a sense of adventure!
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Cancellation policy
- Should inclement weather prevent a flight at the booked location, the same prepaid voucher will be accepted at any of The Helicopter Line aviation bases for a flight of similar duration and price. If you are unable to re-schedule the flight then a full refund will be provided.
- Should you fail to check-in on time, or notify us of changes less than 24-hours prior to departure, your credit card will be debited with the total amount of the booked activity.
Pricing
Adult (15yrs & over) $1,095.00
Child (4 - 14yrs) $766.00
Infant (0 - 3yrs) $547.00
- Children must accompany a paying adult.
- Infants (Under 4 years and under 15kgs) are required to sit on an adults knee. Infants over 15kgs will require their own seat.
- Minimum numbers apply for flights. Bookings will be coordinated to achieve this where possible.
- Each helicopter can hold up to 6 passengers or a maximum combined weight of 480kg.
- For bookings on the day, please call the office to confirm availability.
- Prices valid until 30th September 2024.
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