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37 Camp Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand · Up in the air

One-Hour Scenic Helicopter Flight with Waterfall Landing & Picnic at Earnslaw Burn

9.8
Outstanding
392 reviews

Take off from Queenstown aboard a helicopter destined for the secluded valley of Earnslaw Burn – a natural beauty that only Heliworks can give you access to. Marvel at rugged mountains, glaciers, waterfalls and lakes before touching down at the base of a hanging glacier adorned with vibrant blue ice and seasonal waterfalls. Once disembarked, enjoy a picnic in a place familiar to fans of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. With expert pilot commentary and sweeping vistas of the Southern Alps, this experience is a breathtaking way to witness New Zealand’s cinematic landscapes.

Inclusions
  • Valid for one infant (0–2), one child (3–11), or one adult (12+)
  • One-hour scenic helicopter flight with exclusive landing at Earnslaw Burn
  • Time on the valley floor beneath the glacier and waterfalls
  • Picnic at Earnslaw Burn, surrounded by waterfalls and Earnslaw Glacier
  • Live pilot commentary over Skippers Canyon and historic gold-mining sites
  • Complimentary transfers to and from our base for guests staying in central Queenstown accommodation
  • Available every day on request
Overview
Duration: From 2 hours
Printed, Mixed, Digital vouchers accepted
Language: English (New Zealand)
From ¥4,174 /person
Includes taxes & fees
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Things to know

  • Cancellations made more than 24 hours before departure date: no cancellation fees apply
  • Cancellations within 24 hours of departure date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies

Changes to Booking 24 hours notice is required to change a booking you have made

  • Comfortable covered shoes
  • Warm clothing, including a jacket
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses

Every day on request

Availability:

  • Available every day on request
  • Departure point: Heliworks Queenstown, 64 Grant Road, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
  • Please check-in no less than 15 minutes prior to flight
  • Valid for the flight path selected at the time of purchase – please make your selection carefully

Important:

  • Excludes: Transfers
  • In winter months (June–August) the Earnslaw Burn does not have as many fast flowing waterfalls compared to spring and summer months (September – March). Winter remains a stunning time to visit, as there is usually extra snow coverage on the glacier and throughout the valley
  • You will need to contact the company one hour prior to your departure time for a weather check
  • All scenic flights require a minimum number of passengers. For operational efficiency, we may upgrade passengers or combine flights when necessary
  • Flights operate on demand and are subject to availability
  • All departures leave from our Heliworks Queenstown base in Frankton.
  • Advertised flight durations, time away and landing times are approximate. Weather conditions may affect flight paths or landing locations, which may be adjusted at the pilots discretion for safety and experience
  • Please speak to your GP before any helicopter flights for infants under 1 years old as sometimes altitude and elevation can affect young ears
  • There are complimentary transfers available to and from the base for guests staying in central Queenstown accommodation. There is also a pick-up point on Camp Street in central Queenstown
  • There are custom-designed, aviation-compatible wheelchairs available to help with safe boarding and disembarking

Terms & Conditions:

  • Tours and aircraft substitutions are subject to management and/or pilot discretion, weather, air-traffic control and availability. In the event of bad weather, providing there is availability, date changes are welcome or in the worst-case scenario, cancellations
  • Reservations are held only when weights are received and full passenger details provided
  • Heliworks Queenstown will not be liable for any loss, damage, additional expenses or inconvenience arising from, or incidental to, any delay in service. Heliworks Queenstown works in conjunction with other tour operators and is not liable for their acts or omissions, whether negligent or otherwise. Travel and admissions will be subject to the conditions imposed by the operators, which may limit or exclude liability for personal injury or property damage
  • In the event of bad weather, providing there is availability, date changes are welcome or in the worst-case scenario, cancellations. Please note, if half the paid tour was possible, the component not experienced will be refunded, not both
  • For further Heliworks Queenstown Terms & Conditions, please see queenstownhelicopters.nz/terms-and-conditions/

Cancellation:

  • Cancellations made more than 24 hours before departure date: no cancellation fees apply
  • Cancellations within 24 hours of departure date: 50% cancellation fee applies
  • Late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies

Changes to Booking:

  • 24 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made

Please Note:

  • Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
  • Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date

Important:

We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website

Heliworks Queenstown

Heliworks Queenstown offers premium helicopter excursions into New Zealand’s remote high country. As one of the only operators permitted to land in Earnslaw Burn, their tours combine rare alpine access, engaging narrative and landscape grandeur into unforgettable sky-bound adventures.

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Reviews

9.8
Outstanding
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