Earnslaw Burn Encounter Helicopter Flight

Lake Tekapo Airport
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  • 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

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

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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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