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
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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