Queenstown · HELICOPTER TOURS
Twenty minutes over the Remarkables or a full glacier run with a landing in snow. The 15 below are compared on air time, where they put down and what happens to your booking when the cloud sits low, which in this valley it often does.
Fly above Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu with an English-speaking pilot, then land at a remote alpine site chosen for the day’s weather. The Helicopter Line provides hotel pickup, commentary, and a small-group flight for up to six people. Expect snow in winter, rugged ground in summer, and excellent photo chances.
“Great scenic flight and the pilot was very informative and engaging”
Take a 50-minute helicopter flight from Queenstown over Skippers Canyon, the Rees Valley and Mt Aspiring National Park. See icefalls, alpine lakes and the Earnslaw Burn hanging glacier, then land on a glacier or nearby alpine site when conditions allow. Pilots such as Alfie, Jeremy and Alice provide commentary.
“This was one the highlights of my visit to New Zealand! Loved it and would recommend it to anyone! 👍”
This four-hour trip pairs a 1-hour-15-minute helicopter flight from Queenstown with a one-hour Milford Sound cruise and a glacier or alpine landing. Hotel transfers, headsets, and landing fees are included. Pilots such as Alfie, Luke, Will, and Jeremy are praised for smooth flying and helpful local commentary.
“That you land after the cruise on top of a mountain. We were lucky enough for there to be snow in summer in January 2026”
Take a six-passenger helicopter from Frankton over Lake Wakatipu to the Remarkables. Your pilot, with commentary throughout, lands at about 1,538 metres for roughly 10 minutes of mountain views and photos. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, with warm clothing and sturdy shoes recommended.
“We had a fantastic flight, and Jono, the pilot, was great, he really made the trip enjoyable!! (Enjoy your beer Jono!!)”
Fly from Queenstown over Fiordland National Park, land in Milford Sound for a scenic cruise, then return by helicopter with an alpine or glacier landing. English-speaking pilots such as Luke, Jeremy, Michael, and Andrew provide commentary, though routes and landing sites depend on weather.
“We loved the experience, even though my partner doesn't enjoy flying. Matt our pilot has fantastic at reassuring her & keeping her mind at ease. On the return flight from Milford Sounds, she began to enjoy it. The glacier landing was awesome & the views absolutely stunning. By the end of the flight you couldn't get the grin off her face & she was buzzing with excitement all evening. Matt has a brilliant sense of humour, professional, friendly & had excellent knowledge of the region. He even explained the engineering of how the helicopter worked, which I really enjoyed! A pity the cruise was only on the small boat, considering…”
Take a 50-minute helicopter flight from Queenstown to Jura Glacier with a 5 to 10-minute snow landing. Your alpine-trained pilot points out Mt Aspiring, Lake Wakatipu, native forest, icefalls, and the Rees and Dart valleys. Hotel pickup is offered from central Queenstown.
“Amazing experience - truly bucket list worthy. Worth every $$ we paid. Our pilot was fabulous and so knowledgeable. Highly recommend.”
Take a 20-minute helicopter flight from Queenstown with an alpine landing on the Remarkables Spur. Your English-speaking pilot points out glaciers, gold-mining sites, film locations, and mountain valleys. Pilots including Archie, Michael, Jack, Kurt, and Alfie are praised for smooth flying and friendly commentary.
“Amazing cured, pilot was 10/10. So much knowledge on the lord of the rings locations (even though we didn’t do that tour he was happy to chat about it)”
Take a 25-minute Airbus Squirrel helicopter flight from Queenstown over Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables. Hear commentary from pilots such as Kurt, Steve, or Jack, then land at about 5,000 feet for mountain photos. Hotel pickup, headsets, and landing fees are included.
“Captain Steve was absolutely wonderful. Obviously well trained but such a fun and kind personality. My daughter was so nervous but was at immediate ease with Steve. We would recommend this adventure to anyone visiting Queenstown!”
Fly with Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters over Queenstown Basin and historic Skippers Canyon, then land on an alpine peak. Expect an English-speaking pilot, safety briefing, hotel pickup from selected locations, and time for mountain photos. Flight paths and landing spots depend on weather.
“We were first-timers. Jeremy was an amazing pilot, and made everyone feel comfortable. His knowledge of the area and his commentary was spot on. Not only would we do this again, but we would love to have Jeremy again as our pilot. I would highly recommend this adventure to anyone considering it.”
Fly from Queenstown to Mt Cook, switch to a helicopter, and spend about two hours walking Tasman Glacier in boots and crampons. A mountaineering guide leads you through changing ice formations and caves. Transfers, flights, safety gear, and hotel pickup are included.
“It was very fun and the guide is kind :D :) i be the model whem we getting ice claw on when i go up at ski plane i feel little bit throw up”
Leave Queenstown at 6:30 a.m. for a guided drive through Cromwell, Lindis Pass, and the Mackenzie Basin. At Aoraki Mt Cook, take two helicopter flights and walk on the Tasman Glacier with specialist gear. Guides including Tedd, Xavier, Collin, and Ryan have helped make the long day run smoothly.
“The glacier ice cave tour and actually all the activities that “Hunter” lead us to is great… we fully enjoy the trip!!”
Fly from Queenstown into Fiordland National Park with Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters. Expect a small group of up to six, headset commentary, Mitre Peak and Milford Sound views, and a 30-minute landing. Pilots may include Alfie, Luke, or Kurt, with weather guiding the final schedule.
“The weather wasn't great but the company worked wit his to get a tour in. They were very helpful and the ride was so worth it!!”
Take a 1.5-hour helicopter flight from Queenstown to Milford Sound with live commentary and two weather-dependent alpine landings. You may touch down near a glacier or Otago’s Glacier Basin, with pilots such as Pete, Bill, or Jono sharing stories of Fiordland along the way.
“We came here on our honeymoon and flew with Jono. He is an incredible pilot with tons of recommendations and history given. I was scared to death and he was very comforting and reassuring. My husband was 0% scared and had the time Read more”
Take a 40 to 45 minute helicopter flight from Queenstown Airport, with pickup from select hotels, live pilot commentary, and a snow landing high above town. Walk on the snow, take photos, build a snowman, or enjoy the silence before flying back.
“Best part of the trip. Superb professionalism and safety. Fun to the supreme. A must do while in Queenstown. See sights that you can only imagine.”
Fly 70 minutes from Queenstown over the Shotover River Gorge and Lord of the Rings locations including Isengard and Lothlórien. Land twice in alpine country, including on a glacier near the Misty Mountains. Hotel pickup, drop-off, and landing fees are included.
“It was all and more than we hoped for. The day was beautiful and the pilot was fantastic. We would take it again if we were back in Queenstown.”
A boat, a ridge, a cellar or a canyon.
