Earnslaw Burn Encounter Helicopter Flight
Lake Tekapo Airport
- Discover Middle Earth on a flight as ypu soar over a remote high-country station towards Mt Earnslaw
- Experience a close-range flyover of the breath-taking "hanging" Earnslaw Glacier before touching down in the lower basin
- If one landing isn't enough, upgrade your flight and add on a second landing!
- Add on an alpine landing and enjoy panoramic views of the Dart River and Lake Wakatipu
Offers for you
IDR350,000 off
What to expect
Discover Middle Earth on our flagship flight as we soar over a remote high-country station towards towering Mt Earnslaw. Experience a close-range flyover of the breathtaking ‘hanging’ Earnslaw Glacier before landing in the valley floor.
If one landing isn’t enough, upgrade your flight and add on a second landing!
Add on an Alpine Landing and enjoy panoramic views of the Dart River and Lake Whakatipu. Adult – $120 per person Child – $120 per person Trip duration – 60 minutes Glacier Landing Adult – $225 per person Child – $225 per person Trip duration – 70 minutes

Embark on a helicopter tour of New Zealand and witness its breathtaking landscapes from a bird's-eye view

Experience the beauty and power of nature on a tour of stunning waterfalls

Discover the majesty of these natural wonders as you listen to the soothing sound of cascading water

Fly over snow-capped mountains, crystal-clear lakes, and pristine waterfalls on this unforgettable adventure

Whether you want to explore the rugged wilderness or admire the beautiful lake, a helicopter tour awaits

Good to know
- Please take note that during the winter months the Earnslaw Burn does not have as many fast flowing waterfalls compared to the spring/summer/autumn months. However, it is still a stunning and magical location even in the winter months
- Flights are weather dependent. Weather checks are to be made one hour prior to departure by phoning +64-080-043-544-9. If the weather is bad, the operator will offer alternative options
- The operator offers a complimentary return transport from and to Queenstown. Please contact the operator at +64-344-299-71 or info@heliglenorchy.co.nz to confirm your pick-up location
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