Queenstown · QUEENSTOWN SNOW AND ALPINE LANDINGS
The landing is the bit people remember: skids down on a snowfield with nothing else in any direction. These 10 compare air time, how long you get out of the machine and which peaks each operator is licensed to sit on.
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 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!!)”
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 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 from Heliworks Queenstown over the Whakatipu Basin, Lake Whakatipu, mountains, and valleys, then land in the alpine snow for photos and snow play. English-speaking pilots such as Craig, Eddie, and James have earned praise for smooth flying and useful commentary. Snow landings depend on winter conditions.
“from booking to check-in to flying, the entire experience was incredible. this is a must do when visiting queenstown. the staff are amazing and so friendly and our pilot eddie was fantastic. couldn't have asked for anything better, highly recommend!”
Fly with Over the Top from Frankton across the Wakatipu basin and Southern Alps, then touch down on an ancient glacier. Your pilot-guide explains glacial history and retreat through Bose headsets before the helicopter shuts down for quiet ice, blue crevasses, and photos.
“Having never been on a helicopter, we did not know what to expect. We were blown away by the amazing beauty, majestic mountains and how close we could get to see so much of the landscape. The glacier landing was magnificent! Read more”
Take a shared helicopter flight from 35 Mull Street over Glenorchy and Lake Wakatipu, then land on a snowy alpine peak for 10 minutes. Your pilot chooses the landing site and may explain local geology and history. Seats are assigned by aircraft balance.
“Amazing , Matt was great, very knowledgable, in terms of geology and local history. Very smooth flying and landing . Thank you Matt 🤲🏾”
Take a shared 20-minute helicopter flight from 64 Grant Road over Queenstown, Lake Whakatipu, the Shotover and Kawarau rivers, then land near The Remarkables above 1,500 metres. Your English-speaking pilot provides commentary, and winter may bring a snow landing. Hotel pickup is optional.
“The Helicopter was great, crew great, but we paid for a 20 minute ride and we were only in the air for about 10 minutes. As per other Helicopter rides we have done i expected to see a larger area. Poor value for money.”
Take a 30-minute helicopter flight over Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu, Shotover River, Coronet Peak, and nearby villages. Your English-speaking pilot provides commentary before landing on a high mountain site. Hotel pickup, the alpine landing, and return transfer are included, with space for up to six people.
Take a shared 50-minute helicopter flight from Frankton over Queenstown, Skippers Canyon, and the Southern Alps. Your pilot provides live commentary before landing on a snow-covered glacier near Mount Aspiring, where you get about 10 minutes on the ice for photos.
“We had an amazing experience. The day before our scheduled flight, we called due to windy conditions in the forecast, and the team were incredibly accommodating, arranging a last-minute alternative flight for us. That level of flexibility and Read more”
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