Mt Aspiring Helicopter Flight with Alpine Landing - 1 Hour
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Journey over the crystal-clear waters of Lake Wānaka and into the breathtaking heart of Mount Aspiring National Park for an hour-long scenic helicopter adventure. Ascend over glacially carved islands, including Mou Waho, a nature reserve rich in wildlife, and through the UNESCO World Heritage wilderness of Mount Aspiring. Rich in dramatic alpine scenery featuring towering peaks, cascading waterfalls, and pristine rivers.
Marvel at Mount Aspiring (Tititea), standing at 3,033m, a striking snow-capped peak within the National Park, and enjoy a thrilling alpine landing on Albert Burn Saddle or a nearby glacier. Step out onto the untouched terrain to breathe in the crisp mountain air and capture awe-inspiring photos.
Returning with a flight over some of the area's finest landscapes, including the Matukituki River Valley, Glendhu Bay, Mount Roy, and the town of Wānaka. The perfect flight for nature lovers, avid photographers and travellers looking to experience New Zealand's alpine wilderness from above.
Location
What you need to know
- One-hour helicopter flight experience
- One alpine landing
- In-depth safety briefing from experienced staff
- Professional pilot
- This experience is approximately one hour in duration.
- This experience departs from Wanaka Airport, 6 Lloyd Dunn Avenue, Wanaka 9343.
- Warm clothing suitable for the snow
- Beanie, thermal layers and gloves
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- If you have any concerns, medical conditions, or injuries, please inform the office staff before your journey
- This experience requires moderate fitness and includes a snowshoe trek
- This experience can be tailored to your fitness level by contacting the experience provider upon booking
- This experience is subject to weather; the call to fly is up to the Pilot in Command, and their specialist opinion is final
- Flight times may vary due to weather or operational requirements
- Cancellations due to unsuitable weather conditions will result in a full refund
- Minimum of two participants required for the flight to take place, noting this is not a private tour
- Please bring everything you might need for your safety and personal comfort during your trip
- Change your booking up to 30 days before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 30 days of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
