Helicopter Flights Wanaka

The Classic day, extremely popular and requested worldwide. For skiers and boarders who like to experience the best heliskiing and heliboarding that New Zealand has to offer. Ideal for first time heliskiers with extra runs available on the day. Price includes transfers, heli lifts, guide, safety equipment & briefing and gourmet lunch in the mountains.

Our 6 run package allows skiers and boarders to enjoy more powder and vertical elevation in the best heliskiing and heliboarding terrain that New Zealand has to offer. This is a big day out, perfect for all abilities and one you'll never forget. Price includes transfers, heli lifts, guide, safety equipment & briefing plus gourmet lunch in the mountains.

The Southern Lakes Ultimate is New Zealand's most exclusive guided mountain bike experience.
Scenic mountain tops, purpose-built flow tracks, and an epic backcountry adventure. When it comes to mountain biking in New Zealand, the Southern Lakes Ultimate is the cream of the crop delivering scenery, hero dirt and a delicious scenic lunch.

Duration : Full Day
Departure Locations : Wanaka

Key Features: 7 - 9 hours Scenic helicopter flights to each drop point Access to exclusive privately-owned terrain Bike Glendhu day pass Return via boat & road transfer Experienced guide Multiple biking locations Fully catered lunch and drinks Options to tailor your day
*Minimum passenger numbers apply.

The ultimate daily trip for those wanting the most of their backcountry experience. Enjoy huge vertical, fresh powder snow, and terrain to suit experienced to expert heliskiers and heliboarders. You'll need stamina for this epic day! Price includes transfers, heli lifts, guide, safety equipment & briefing plus gourmet lunch in the mountains.

Beginning at the Wanaka Airport, lift off for an epic helibiking experience, including a short scenic flight to Falcon’s Nest at the park summit, a Can-Am shuttle boost, a knowledgeable private guide, catered morning tea and of course, Bike Glendhu’s world-class trail network.
Pricing:
2 passengers: $1,799pp
3 passengers: $1,199pp
4 passengers: $899pp


What’s included?

Below are the baseline inclusions of this heli product. However, we can customise your trip with optional add-ons or other requests. Simply include these in your enquiry. Short scenic flight from Wanaka Airport to Falcon’s Nest at the summit of Bike Glendhu A Can-Am shuttle uplift (to save your legs!) 2-hour guided ride at Bike Glendhu led by a certified and knowledgeable MTB guide Catered morning tea Transfer via road back to Wanaka Airport at the end of your experience




Experience Upgrades
Tailor your heli-biking experience and truly maximise your day!




Upgrades available for the Wanaka Classic: Après food & drink package from Velo Cafe & Beer Garden, on-site at Bike Glendhu’s base area A 2-Hour Unlimited Can-Am shuttle session (more laps, less pedalling!) Return scenic helicopter transfers to Wanaka or Queenstown Airports Rental bikes Additional drop at Mt Alfa

**Please note this product requires a minimum of 2 riders to operate.

Experience New Zealand’s alpine glow on the morning’s untracked snow. This private charter is an early start and early finish for those looking for a pre-work mission or a final adventure before your flight home. Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned heli-skier, our First Turns Charter is tailored to small groups of any experience level. Charters are geared to suit your specific needs, abilities, and expectations. First Turns is one hour of heli time which is plenty of time to achieve up to 6 runs. Heli time is “collective” time, this means when the helicopter is on the ground with the engine running you are not paying. Only when the helicopter lifts off does the clock start.

The Silver private charter heliskiing or heliboarding day is the ultimate in personalised heliskiing and snowboarding. Suited to small groups of up to 4 people, private charters give you extended freedom and unrestricted terrain access. Charters are geared to suit your specific needs, abilities, expectations and budget. The Silver package gives you 1.5 hrs of heli time, and it is common to achieve 8 to 10 runs in a day. Heli time is "collective up" time, this means when the helicopter is on the ground with the engine running you are not paying. Only when the helicopter lifts off does the clock start. Includes, private guide, safety equipment, landing fees, picnic lunch in the mountains, and helicopter transfers.

The Gold Charter is the ultimate in personalised heliskiing and snowboarding. This private charter gives you extended freedom and unrestricted terrain access. Charters are geared to suit your specific needs, abilities, and expectations. The Gold Charter gives you a full 2.0 hrs of heli time and it is common to get 12 to 15 runs in a day. Heli time is "collective up" time, this means when the helicopter is on the ground with the engine running you are not paying. Only when the helicopter lifts off does the clock start. Includes, your private guide, safety equipment, landing fees, picnic lunch in the mountains, and helicopter transfers.

The Silver private charter heliskiing or heliboarding day is the ultimate in personalised heliskiing and snowboarding. Suited to small groups of up to 4 people, private charters give you extended freedom and unrestricted terrain access. Charters are geared to suit your specific needs, abilities, expectations and budget. The Silver package gives you 1.5 hrs of heli time, and it is common to achieve 8 to 10 runs in a day. Heli time is "collective up" time, this means when the helicopter is on the ground with the engine running you are not paying. Only when the helicopter lifts off does the clock start. Includes, private guide, safety equipment, landing fees, picnic lunch in the mountains, and helicopter transfers.

Unlimited private charters offer an exclusive day of unrestricted heliskiing for those who want to embrace the Southern Lakes backcountry to its fullest. Access the finest glacier skiing in the region, the highest terrain and the very best snow conditions available at our 17 mountain ranges. Suited to small groups of up to 4 people, unlimited private charters give you absolute freedom and are geared to suit your specific needs, abilities and expectations. Includes, safety equipment, landing fees, 1-2 guides, gourmet lunch and helicopter transfers.

The Gold Charter is the ultimate in personalised heliskiing and snowboarding. This private charter gives you extended freedom and unrestricted terrain access. Charters are geared to suit your specific needs, abilities, and expectations. The Gold Charter gives you a full 2.0 hrs of heli time and it is common to get 12 to 15 runs in a day. Heli time is "collective up" time, this means when the helicopter is on the ground with the engine running you are not paying. Only when the helicopter lifts off does the clock start. Includes, your private guide, safety equipment, landing fees, picnic lunch in the mountains, and helicopter transfers.

Unlimited private charters offer an exclusive day of unrestricted heliskiing for those who want to embrace the Southern Lakes backcountry to its fullest. Access the finest glacier skiing in the region, the highest terrain and the very best snow conditions available at our 17 mountain ranges. Suited to small groups of up to 4 people, unlimited private charters give you absolute freedom and are geared to suit your specific needs, abilities and expectations. Includes, safety equipment, landing fees, 1-2 guides, gourmet lunch and helicopter transfers.