New Zealand Scenic Flights
FLY DC3 NEW ZEALAND - AucklandLocation: Auckland - Hauraki Gulf The elegant 30-seat DC-3 provides a nostalgic way to fly. Every Saturday and Sunday, the DC-3 is a familiar sight and sound in the skies above Auckland, operating scheduled 30-minute scenic flights from Ardmore Airfield. Both day and overnight charters are available Monday-Sunday. (Wine tours, air shows, concerts, sports and more). See our Web site for more detailed flight information...(more)
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FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER GUIDES - Franz Josef, South WestlandLocation: West Coast - Franz Josef Glacier Franz Josef Glacier Guides is an internationally unique guiding operation that takes pride in providing the most incredible glacier experience. The skill and experience of their professional guides, combined with crampons, allow you to travel comfortably through some of the most majestic and challenging landscapes imaginable...(more)
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WINGS OVER WHALES - KaikouraLocation: Canterbury The best way to experience Kaikoura's mighty Sperm whale, playful Dusky Dolphins, and majestic scenery is from above! Whale watching by aeroplane offers the unique perspective of viewing the entire whale as he breathes on the ocean's surface. You will have your own window seat and the opportunity to clearly view and photograph Kaikoura's marine wildlife during your 30-minute flight...(more) |
THE HELICOPTER LINE - Fox & Franz Josef GlaciersLocation: West Coast The best way to experience the dramatic glacier terrain of the West Coast is a scenic flight. The Helicopter Line provides both scenic flights and the Franz Josef Heli Hike. The Heli Hike discovers up close the phenomenon of glaciers. Combine two awesome scenic helicopter flights with a unique guided walk...(more)
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HELICOPTERS NELSONLocation: Marlborough Helicopters Nelson specialise in creating luxury, tailored and unique helicopter tours in and around the “top of the south”. We offer helicopter charter services and customised tours to some of the country’s most stunning remote locations – there is no better view of New Zealand than from the skies...(more) |
TAUPO'S FLOAT PLANE - TaupoLocation: Lake Taupo Step aboard Taupo's float plane for a wonderful experience in one of New Zealand's most attractive regions. We offer a number of options and packages available for your complete enjoyment. We have a highly experienced flight crew for your comfort and total confidence. See the best of Taupo in a unique way...(more) |
HELISERVICES.NZ FOX AND FRANZ - Fox and Franz Glacier, South IslandLocation: West Coast - Franz Josef Glacier We specialise in year round snow landings and flight-seeing within National Parks. Based in Fox and Franz Josef Galcier. Experienced helicopter company providing visitors with diverse range of South Island scenic helicopter flights and private charters in some of most spectacular alpine and coastal regions of New Zealand. Operator of choice for hunters, climbers and ski-groups to access the backcountry...(more)
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AWARUA GUIDES - South West New ZealandLocation: Wanaka We offer guided, tailor-made adventures, accessing a variety of Fiordland's pristine wilderness and surf destinations in remote South West New Zealand...(more) |
ASPIRING HELICOPTERS - WanakaLocation: South Island Enjoy a bespoke style personalised helicopter experience exploring Mt Aspiring National Park or Fiordland with our knowledgeable local pilots. Set foot on an ancient glacier, relish a birds-eye view of Milford Sound, or take in the grandeur of Mt Aspiring and the Southern Alps surrounding Lake Wanaka on one of our scenic flights. Commercial and charter rates available...(more)
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HANMER SPRINGS ATTRACTIONS - Hanmer SpringsLocation: Canterbury Hanmer Springs Attractions is a one-stop adventure shop, situated on the main road into Hanmer Springs overlooking the river and ferry bridge. In fact something for everybody: Bungy jumping, Jetboating, River rafting, Quad biking, Canoes, Kids quads, Paintball, Claybird shooting - All combined with a cafe offering light refreshments and a souvenir gift shop overlooking river...(more) |
GLACIER SOUTHERN LAKES HELICOPTERS - QueenstownLocation: Wanaka - Mt Aspiring Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters offer daily scenic flights over the iconic landscapes of Queenstown, Fiordland and Mt Aspiring National Parks (Middle-Earth) with our experienced local pilots and pristine 6 seater helicopters. Alpine or snow landings are part of all our flights or you can discover the uniqueness of a glacier landing on our Milford Sound experiences...(more)
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CHRISTCHURCH HELICOPTERS - Christchurch AirportLocation: Christchurch Airport Christchurch Helicopters will help you do something adventurous as you look for a new experience. Fly with us for beautiful 360° views of Christchurch and Banks Peninsula, arrive in style at a winery and indulge in a delicious lunch, or land on top of a snowy mountain peak. With so many possibilities we have something for everyone...(more)
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SIBERIA WILDERNESS ADVENTURE - MakaroraLocation: West Coast This amazing half-day wilderness experience combinines a spectacular helicopter flight, valley walk and jet boat ride. Enjoy aerial views of towering ice carved mountains and glaciers. Land in the remote Siberia Valley and take a relaxing three-hour walk on a well marked track. Rendezvous for a fast paced river jet safari through icy blue waters...(more)
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WANAKA HELICOPTERS - WanakaLocation: Wanaka Airport On the doorstep of the World Heritage Mount Aspiring and Fiordland National Parks & within view of the spectacular Southern Alps, Wanaka Helicopters can offer scenic flights that encompass more epic landscapes than anywhere else in New Zealand. Scenic flights to Lake Wanaka, Mount Aspiring, Isobel Glacier, Milford Sound and Mount Cook, personalised charter trips also available...(more)
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VOLCANIC AIR - RotoruaLocation: Rotorua Whether flying over or landing on our unique volcanoes there is a combination to suit everyone's taste, timeframe and budget. Conveniently located downtown Rotorua City lakefront "Volcanic Air" offer scenic flights and tours in both Helicopters and Float Planes. Tours include Mount Tarawera (volcano), our vibrant geothermal reserves and the stunning Rotorua lakes district from the air and the ground...(more)
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HELI GLENORCHY - Queenstown & GlenorchyLocation: Fiordland Based in Glenorchy, NZ - the real "Middle Earth", a 45min drive from Queenstown, Heli Glenorchy offer spectacular scenic helicopter flights to Milford Sound, Fiordland, and Queenstown region. For an even more exclusive skiing experience, why not try a day of heli-skiing in untouched alpine terrain. Heli Glenorchy offers boutique heli-skiing in the spectacular mountains surrounding Queenstown, Wanaka and Glenorchy...(more)
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BUSH & BEACH - Waitakere, AucklandLocation: Coromandel - Hahei Auckland's best day tours take you from the bustle of the city straight out into the real New Zealand. Daily guided tours to the lush rainforest and black sand beaches of the rugged west coast, Coromandel Peninsula and untamed Great Barrier Island give you the trip of a lifetime and create unforgettable memories of unique, wild, untamed New Zealand...(more)
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PELORUS AIR - Marlborough SoundsLocation: Marlborough - Marlborough Sounds From our base in Picton, Pelorus Air offer a variety of Scenic Flight options for 2-15 people. We provide easy access from Wellington, Paraparaumu and Nelson - to some of the far reaches of the area. In the Marlborough Sounds we service airstrips in Port Gore, Nopera, D'Urville Island, Elie Bay and Northwest Bay...(more)
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BAY HELIWORK - HastingsLocation: Hawkes Bay - Havelock North Bay Heliwork provide helicopter flights in the Hawke's Bay region. With us, you can enjoy the picturesque Hawke's Bay coastline or a helicopter ride over the stunning Kaweka and Kaimanawa Ranges, around Mt Ruapehu and Tongariro National Park. Pick ups available from Napier Airport, our base in Hastings, or a heli-friendly location that suits your needs. Heli Fishing...(more)
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TASMAN GLACIER HELI HIKE - Mt CookLocation: Canterbury - Mt Cook The largest of several glaciers which flow south and east towards the Mackenzie Basin from the Southern Alps is Tasman Glacier. At 27 kilometres (17 mi) in length, Tasman Glacier is New Zealand’s longest glacier. Witness the beauty of the Tasman Glacier Lake and the stunning ice formations from the helicopter. Available Oct–April...(more)
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HANMER SPRINGS ADVENTURE CENTRE - CanterburyLocation: Canterbury Book your adventure activities at the Hanmer Springs Adventure Centre. For the best fun you can have in two hours, try our Quad Bike Tours. Just browse through our site to see the fantastic choice of outdoor activities available in the area! Summer or winter, you'll find plenty to do, whatever your age or taste...(more)
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SKY DIVE BAY OF ISLANDS - Paihia, NorthlandLocation: Waitangi Welcome to Skydive Bay of Islands, New Zealand's number one destination for skydiving at the beach. Cruise up to 20,000ft and soak up scenery of all 144 islands that make up the Bay of Islands. The spectacular views of clear turquoise water, long stretches of pristine golden beaches and lush countryside are guaranteed to take your breath away...(more)
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KIWI BALLOON COMPANY - HamiltonLocation: Waikato - Hamilton Kiwi Balloon Company offers flights that take place daily from one of Hamilton's Lakes. The scenery and stillness will take your breath away! Fly over the city, farmlands and the mighty Waikato River in the only commercial balloon in the North Island. On a lovely clear day you can see the mountains of Ruapehu, Pirongia, Te Aroha, and Taranaki...(more)
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SOUTHERN ALPS AIR - WanakaLocation: Wanaka - Wanaka Town The experienced pilots from Southern Alps Air provide scenic flights through New Zealand's most breathtaking landscapes. Areas you will see on our flights can include glaciers, National Parks, Mt Aspiring, Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers, Mt Cook, and Milford Sound. We provide a friendly and professional service on your chosen flight, so enjoy a personalized commentary and the uninterrupted views...(more)
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THE HELICOPTER LINE - Mt CookLocation: Mt Cook We offer breathtaking helicopter flights above the stunning glaciers, rising to the soaring peaks of the Southern Alps. Be amazed by the magnificent views of this pristine alpine environment. Traverse the Alps to view the mighty Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers...(more)
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HELISERVICES.NZ HAAST - West Coast, South IslandLocation: West Coast Heliservices NZ Haast specializes in scenic flights over the stunning Haast World Heritage area, one of the top New Zealand attractions. We have local experienced hunting guides available and the area is famous for its trout fishing rivers. Modern fleet of three and four seat helicopters ensuring every passenger has stunning views...(more)
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AIR AUCKLAND - Auckland, Whitianga, Pauanui, Great Barrier and MoreLocation: Kerikeri Auckland's Ultimate Sightseeing Adventure. Air Auckland is Auckland's fixed-wing scenic flight specialist. If you want to really see Auckland, there is no better way than by scenic flight. Our flights take in Auckland’s most scenic features, we include amazing scenery that is almost impossible to see other than from the air. Offering regular flights to Whitianga and Great Barrier Island...(more)
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AIR MILFORD - QueenstownLocation: Mt Cook and MacKenzie Country Air Milford proudly operates a brand new Cessna Caravan aircraft, it is one of the safest aircraft flying today. This aircraft offers leather seating, quiet air-conditioned comfort with great viewing for all passengers. Family owned and operated, with a 100% safety record. Flights to Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, the Southern Alps and the Glaciers...(more)
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MILFORD SOUND SCENIC FLIGHTS - QueenstownLocation: Queenstown Airport Milford Sound is one of the world's most scenic regions, no visit to Queenstown is complete without a trip there. Be amazed by the stunning beauty of mountain lakes and fiords, lush rain forest and snow capped peaks in Fiordland National Park. Offering the fly, scenic cruise, fly package, as well as a flight back to Queenstown from Milford Sound...(more) |
THE HELICOPTER LINE - QueenstownLocation: Queenstown Airport Breathtaking helicopter flights let The Helicopter Line show you why the views are best from above! See the dramatic views and stunning beauty of Lake Wakatipu, the Queenstown region, The Remarkables, Coronet Peak, Skippers Canyon, the Southern Alps and beyond. Venture into Milford Sound. Alpine landings are our speciality...(more) |
SIBERIA EXPERIENCE - Makarora, WanakaLocation: Wanaka Airport Fly 25mins - Walk 3hrs - Jetboat 30mins. A "Must-Do" NZ Wilderness Experience by Air, Land, and River in Mount Aspiring World Heritage National Park. View Glaciers, waterfalls and other gems amongst rugged and spectacular Southern Alps. Land amongst mountains in remote Siberia Valley. Walk the well-formed track to jetboat pickup for mountain river safari back to Makarora Village...(more)
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GOLDEN BAY AIR - TakakaLocation: Nelson Golden Bay Air operate from a hidden corner of New Zealand, rich in history, the arts and natural beauty. Operating year-round scheduled flights between Wellington, Karamea, Nelson and Takaka in Golden Bay. Flights between Karamea and Takaka with connecting ground transport to the Heaphy Track and Abel Tasman National Park, & spectacular scenic and charter flights from Takaka Airport...(more)
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WILKIN RIVER JETS & BACKCOUNTRY HELICOPTERS - MakaroraLocation: West Coast Enjoy shallow water jet boating in spectacular wilderness rivers. Our one hour River Jet Safari is a fast paced, jet boat ride into the World Heritage-listed Mt Aspiring National Park. Take a 50-kilometre wilderness river journey amidst native beech forest, ancient river valleys and rugged ice-capped mountains, or combine this trip with an amazing heli-jet combo...(more)
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HELIWORKS QUEENSTOWN - QueenstownLocation: Queenstown Heliworks offer helicopter tours in the spectacular setting of the South Island, New Zealand in Queenstown, Fiordland including Milford Sound, the Southern Lakes and Mt Cook. See it for yourself on one of our scenic helicopter flights. All our pilots have high flying hours and extensive experience in mountainous terrain...(more)
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ALTITUDE TOURS - QueenstownLocation: Queenstown - Queenstown Town Altitude Tours are all about turning average holidays into epic adventures, taking you on top-rated journeys to Milford Sound, Gibbston, Central Otago, Glenorchy & Paradise or Mt Cook on daily departure tours from Queenstown. Enjoy travelling in a small group in modern Mercedes Sprinters, with an experienced and entertaining local guide. Use promo-code NZ15 to save 15% on each tour...(more)
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JADE TOURS - MarlboroughLocation: Marlborough - Picton Make memories as you tour some of Marlborough's finest wineries with Jade Tours. The tours are fun, flexible, informative, and Full or Half day tours take you to the picturesque cellar doors of our internationally famous wineries allow you to revel in the stunning aromas and textures of their multi-award winning wines. Taste the dedication and passion in every bottle...(more)
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REAL JOURNEYS - Milford SoundLocation: Southland Real Journeys is a locally owned company offering an outstanding range of tours in Milford Sound. Both day and overnight cruises that explore this magnificent fiord. Luxury coach transfers from Queenstown and Te Anau and flight connections to and from Milford Sound and Queenstown...(more)
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