Helicopter Tour with Alpine Snow Landing from Queenstown

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Alpine Snow Landing — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

On this unique experience, fly high through alpine scenery to a carpet of snow!

Lift off from base and fly to your pilot’s favourite, of the many breathtaking mountains in the southern lakes region, land among the snow and take in the scenery, build a snow man,sledge down the mountain, have a snowball fight or take your picture on top of the world. Re-board your helicopter after enjoying your winter-wonderland, fly over the stunning alpine scenery and back to the base.

Private and Luxury Helicopter Tours Small Group Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration: one hour
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Over the Top Limited

Ages: Adults (3–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Shared or private helicopter options available
Included: Scenic Helicopter tour
Included: Complimentary car parking
Included: Live commentary in English from your knowledgeable pilot
Included: Luxury and pristine range of helicopters within the fleet
Included: Applicable National park, landing and facility fees
Included: Alpine Snow landing with helicopter shut down to experience complete serenity of the surrounds
Included: Complimentary pickup and drop-off
Included: Amazing opportunity to capture the most photographic scenery in New Zealand

Not included

Not included: Food and beverages - options available to pre purchase
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Stop 1

30 min

Fly high above Queenstown through alpine scenery to a carpet of snow. Build a snowman, throw a snowball. Take your photo on top of the world at the snow landing with a full shutdown of the helicopter to enjoy the experience and stunning views.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Base at Queenstown Airport (details on confirmation voucher)

End point

Base at Queenstown Airport (details on confirmation voucher)

Pickup points

The Orchard Cottage
Hurley's of Queenstown
Matterhorn Lodge
Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
Esplanade Queenstown
Alpha Lodge
Whistler Holiday Apartments
Bella Vista Queenstown
voco Queenstown by IHG
Alexis Motels and Apartments
ROKI Collection Queenstown
Avani Queenstown Hotel

and 57 more pickup points

Using your ticket

Pricing is based either per person or per helicopter at one rate
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
All passenger weights MUST be advised at time of booking
Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Minimum passenger numbers apply for Shared flights
There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements on shared flights. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Comfortable shoes are recommended as you will be walking in uneven terrain
A warm layer is recommended to bring with you or wear
You will be contacted either the day prior or the day of your booking to confirm based on weather conditions

All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pricing is based either per person or per helicopter at one rate
Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Minimum passenger numbers apply for Shared flights
There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements on shared flights. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Comfortable shoes are recommended as you will be walking in uneven terrain
A warm layer is recommended to bring with you or wear
You will be contacted either the day prior or the day of your booking to confirm based on weather conditions

Options

Private Squirrel AS350

Fly high through alpine scenery to a carpet of snow. Build a snowman, throw a snow ball. Take your photo on top of the world!
Share with Others

Fly high through alpine scenery to a carpet of snow. Build a snowman, throw a snow ball. Take your photo on top of the world!
Private Eurocopter EC130 B4

Fly high through alpine scenery to a carpet of snow. Build a snowman, throw a snow ball. Take your photo on top of the world!