Southern Glacier Experience Helicopter Tour with transfer from Queenstown | New Zealand
Enjoy a day out exploring glaciers among the southern lakes by helicopter with a special one-of-a-kind Queenstown helicopter tour! Witness breathtaking glaciers among the alpine environment and take in majestic scenes of the Southern Alps and Aspiring National Park!
- See dramatic views of the majestic Southern Alps and Aspiring National Park with a scenic flight from Queenstown
- Explore beautiful alpine surroundings and discover the glacier's ancient icefalls before a landing in the snow with Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopter's flight experience!
- Witness Lake Wakatipu's mysterious northern shores, bush-covered valleys, and unparalleled views of Mt. Aspiring
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Southern Glacier Experience
What's included in Southern Glacier Experience Helicopter Tour with transfer from Queenstown | New Zealand
(Subject to Option Inclusions)
— What You Can Expect —
Get ready for an exciting trip filled with incredible spectacles as you enjoy a tour by helicopter from Queenstown!
Witness the beautiful rugged mountain region, filled with unforgettable sights of white peaks and ancient glacier icefalls. Enjoy an alpine landing and stroll through the pure white snow, and admire the crystal clear waters of Lake Wakatipu.
The main highlights you'll witness during this scenic flight from Queenstown include the amazing Mt. Aspiring, the northern shores of Lake Wakatipu, valleys covered in native bush, the mighty Dart River and Rees valleys, and more!
So don't hesitate to indulge in a helicopter flight dubbed the "Southern Glacier Experience" and enjoy only the best that this brilliant alpine environment has to offer!
Inclusions
- 50 minutes round trip of scenic helicopter flight
- Informative pilot commentary
- Alpine landing
- Insurance
- Personal expenses
- Other expenses not mentioned above
- Hotel transfer
- Please arrive at the designated location 40 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
- Failure to check-in on time will be treated as a no-show and will incur full payment
- The availability is accurate at the time of booking but is subject to change due to circumstances outside of the operator's control. It is strongly suggested to confirm your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours at 0800 500 575
- Flights, landings, or routes may vary due to weather and are subject to change at the pilot's discretion
- Minimum passenger numbers apply for flights. Bookings will be coordinated to achieve this where possible
- The 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
- For safety reasons, drones, iPads and selfie sticks are not allowed on board
- Flights, landings and routes may vary due to weather and at the pilot’s discretion. Flight times are approximate and include your landing
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Venues
- The Helicopter Line Queenstown
Meeting / End Points
- The Helicopter Line, Queenstown
Policies
Purchase Summary
- As this activity is weather dependent, please ensure to call 0800 500 575, 24-hours prior to departure for a weather check and to reconfirm your booking
- Children must be accompanied by a paying adult
- Infants below 4 years old and weighing less than 15 kg are required to sit on an adult's knee. If they weigh over 15 kg, they will require their seat
- Please note as each helicopter can hold up to 6 passengers or a maximum combined weight of 480kg, you may need to share the flight with other travellers
- Please be informed that participating is understanding there are environmental and external elements beyond control may be risky, Over The Planet and tour operator don't take responsibility
- When booking with Over The Planet, guests agreed to the Risk Disclosure and Safety Management outlined here
- Please click here for more T&C and safety management
— What To Bring —
- Warm clothing
- Sturdy covered shoes
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- Phone and camera
