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Dreaming of fresh alpine air and snowy mountain peaks? Our Glenorchy Snow Landing Scenic Flight is the ultimate way to experience New Zealand’s most breathtaking landscapes.
This helicopter tour lifts off from Glenorchy and takes you soaring above Lake Whakatipu and the winding Dart River. You’ll hear about the history of the area and spot some of the iconic film locations that make Glenorchy so famous. Rising above the mountains, the scenery opens up into a spectacular panorama of snow-capped peaks, glacial valleys, and untouched wilderness.
The highlight? Touching down on a snowy mountain top. Step out of the helicopter, make your footprints in the snow, and soak up the stillness. From this high vantage point, the views sweep across the Dart River and back down the length of Lake Whakatipu. It’s an unforgettable moment, perfect for photos and memories that last long after your trip.
After some time on the mountain, hop back on board for a scenic flight home — a gentle cruise that gives you one last look at this magical part of the world. Whether you’re chasing adventure or just want to experience alpine beauty, this tour delivers in every season.
Snow Landings are available year-round, but in warmer months they may require extra flight time. If you’re booking September–March, please check availability with our Reservations team.
Summer dates: 1st November – 30th May
Winter dates: 1st June – 31st October
25 - 30 minute experience
Alpine snow landing
Snow
Alpine Seasonal Snow
Mountains
The prices listed below are for our shared departures, so other guests will be on your flight. Our prices also change subject to change annually.
Summer Pricing
Adult (12+): $495 per person
Child (3-11): $350 per person
Infant: (0-2): $250 per person
Summer prices are valid from 1 April 2026 - 30 June 2026Winter Pricing:
Adult (12+): $395 per person
Child (3-11): $280 per person
Infant: (0-2): $200 per person
Winter prices are valid from from 1 June 2026 - 31 Oct 2026We have private charter rates available for our Squirrel helicopters, our twin-engine Squirrels and our 9-seater BK (upon request).
Charters are a great option for bigger groups, or if you would like a more intimate experience.
Find out more about our fleet.
Winter Pricing
Squirrel (up to 6 passengers): $1,975 per helicopter
Prices are valid from 1 April 2026 - 30 June 2026.
Summer Pricing
Squirrel (up to 6 passengers): $2,475 per helicopter
Prices are valid from 1 July 2026 - 31 Oct 2026.
We offer complimentary return transport from Central Queenstown. Please make sure to book this in addition to your flight experience. If you are self-driving, we are based in Glenorchy at 35 Mull Street and we have plenty of parking available. After you have checked in, you will make your way to Glenorchy Aerodrome for your flight.
As you will be enjoying an alpine environment we recommend you:
Bookings
• We recommend booking in advance via our online booking calendar.
• For the purpose of aircraft weight and balance and in accordance with the Civil Aviation Authority rules and regulations, we require all passenger weights at the time of booking. Once we have received and reviewed this information we will be able to confirm the booking.
• Our booking system will ask for your credit card details, which are securely stored to confirm your booking, however we will not charge your card until the day of your flight.
• Please note a surcharge will be incurred for credit and contactless payments.
Your flight
• You will need to contact us one hour prior to your departure time for a weather check.
• Minimum passenger numbers are required for all scenic flights. We reserve the right to upgrade passengers or merge flights for operational reasons or flight management purposes if required.
• Flights depart on demand and are subject to availability.
• Flights depart from our Heli Glenorchy base in Glenorchy.
• Advertised times away, flight and landing times are approximate and can be subject to weather conditions. On occasion, flight paths and landing locations may change at the pilot’s discretion.
Pricing
• Our prices change annually from 1 October. Please select your preferred date of travel on our booking system or view the pricing section to view pricing schedules.
• Prices are in $NZD currency and include Goods and Services Tax.
• We reserve the right to change prices at any time without further notice. However, if we have confirmed an advance booking the quoted price will not be altered.
Payments
• We accept EFTPOS, Visa, Mastercard and cash. Please note a surcharge will be incurred for credit and contactless payments.
Cancellations
• Any cancellations made within 24 hours of departure will incur a 50% cancellation fee. If passengers ‘no-show’ for a flight, 100% of the fare will apply. If we cannot operate due to weather and as a result, passengers are unable to fly, no cancellation fees will apply.