Private Tour
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Mobile ticket
Take off from Christchurch & fly over the Canterbury Plains towards the spectacular Rangitata Gorge, side by side with the Southern Alps. Sidle up to Forest Creek through to the expansive Mackenzie Basin & down to the aquamarine glow of Lake Tekapo to touch down & soak in the spectacular vista. Feast your eyes on the unforgettable azure of Lake Pukaki & head up to the famous Aoraki, Mount Cook as the Tasman Glacier comes into full view. Fly towards the Murchison Glacier to the head of the Rangitata River Valley. Sour along Mount Arrowsmith & touch down at the top of the interweaving braids of Rakaia River. Settle in for a picnic served with unobstructed views, overlooking two of Canterbury's glaciers only accessible by helicopter. After lunch, follow the wandering braids of the stony river, past Lake Coleridge & into the blockbuster scenery of the Craigieburn Basin.
Please note we are unable to guarantee snow at any time particularly during Summer months (November – February)
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Due to the length of this flight it is not recommended people with serious medical conditions
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Bottled water
New Zealand Wine and Beer included. Champagne/spirits are an extra cost.
A platter style picnic lunch overlooking the Glaciers
Canterbury Region
Fly over the Canterbury Plains towards the spectacular Rangitata Gorge
Mackenzie Basin
Fly over the expansive Mackenzie Basin and down to the aquamarine glow of Lake Tekapo
Operated by Christchurch Helicopters