The Helicopter Line, New Zealand

The Helicopter Line, New Zealand www.helicopter.co.nz

The Helicopter Line specialises in scenic flights, heli-ski, heli-biking and heli-combo adventure trips! Snow landings are our specialty.
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Breathtaking helicopter flights with remote alpine landings are the ideal way to discover the stunning beauty of New Zealand. Our six-seat helicopters make the rugged alpine region accessible to one and all - Milford Sound / Piopiotahi to the West Coast glaciers. Flights vary from 20 minute tours to private charters. In winter, we offer heli-skiing on extensive, exclusive terrain in Queenstown, Wā

naka and Mount Cook. The Helicopter Line Helibases are located at Queenstown, Aoraki / Mount Cook, Fox Glacier, Franz Josef Glacier, and Milford Sound / Piopiotahi (via Queenstown).

Good luck to everyone competing in Race Tekapo tomorrow! We're happy to partner with  and contribute some exciting prize...
20/09/2024

Good luck to everyone competing in Race Tekapo tomorrow! We're happy to partner with and contribute some exciting prizes for the participants.⁠ Race Tekapo is iconic in this region. If you won't be in town for it this year, make sure it's on your calendar for next.⁠





Aoraki means 'cloud piercer' in Māori. You can explore this beautiful region by waka topatopa (helicopter) from our base...
16/09/2024

Aoraki means 'cloud piercer' in Māori. You can explore this beautiful region by waka topatopa (helicopter) from our base in Aoraki / Mount Cook and Te Moeka o Tuawe (Fox Glacier). ⁠Nau mai, haere mai e hoa (Welcome my friends)🌟⁠



While so much has changed since 1985, a lot has stayed the same -  the Remarkables are still remarkable and we're flying...
15/09/2024

While so much has changed since 1985, a lot has stayed the same - the Remarkables are still remarkable and we're flying across the South Island, with bases in Queenstown, Aoraki / Mount Cook and the West Coast in Fox Glacier and Franz Josef.


helicopter.co.nz to find out more.

Skip the drive from Queenstown and take an epic helicopter flight with us to Milford Sound / Piopiotahi. For an added bo...
12/09/2024

Skip the drive from Queenstown and take an epic helicopter flight with us to Milford Sound / Piopiotahi. For an added bonus, talk to us about a cruise with .

➡️helicopter.co.nz to book your next scenic adventure!
📞: 0800500575
📧: [email protected]

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09/09/2024

Spring skiing is here - get your family and friends together and join our partners over at for a private heli-ski charter.

Book a private charter this September and receive 10% off...jump to it!

Best guides. Best terrain. Best snow... Let's go!

T&Cs - Valid for new bookings only.

The beautiful, young Tasman Lake was formed only in the 1970s by the retreating of Tasman Glacier. You can view the lake...
08/09/2024

The beautiful, young Tasman Lake was formed only in the 1970s by the retreating of Tasman Glacier. You can view the lake from above while on a flight with us from our base in Glentanner. ❄️⛰️🚁
📍 Aoraki / Mount Cook


Create lifelong memories with your family. A helicopter flight is the best way to get to that powdery snow, making the b...
06/09/2024

Create lifelong memories with your family. A helicopter flight is the best way to get to that powdery snow, making the best snowballs for a snow fight. 🚁❄️



Congratulations to Brad Machlachlan, our Safety Manager and Occurences, who was awarded the CAA Directors Commendation A...
03/09/2024

Congratulations to Brad Machlachlan, our Safety Manager and Occurences, who was awarded the CAA Directors Commendation Award last week at the Aviation Industry Association Gala and Awards Dinner for demonstrating a sustained commitment to maintaining and improving aviation safety. 🏅🚁

We are very proud to have Brad on our team .

Read more about Brad's esteemed award at helicopter.co.nz/journal/brad-maclachlan.

Our flights on the West Coast range from 20 - 55 minutes. Each of these flights include a snow landing. You'll see incre...
02/09/2024

Our flights on the West Coast range from 20 - 55 minutes. Each of these flights include a snow landing. You'll see incredible ice formations year-round when flying with us from Fox Glacier or Franz Josef. Head to our website to find out more. ⁠😍❄️
📍 Franz Josef Glacier ⁠
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👉helicopter.co.nz

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Chasing mountains, lakes and glaciers ☀️🏔️❄️📍Aoraki / Mount Cook📸:                                                ⁠
31/08/2024

Chasing mountains, lakes and glaciers ☀️🏔️❄️
📍Aoraki / Mount Cook
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"Wow wow wow! One of the most incredible experiences of our lives. Our pilot was great, the flight was amazing and the a...
29/08/2024

"Wow wow wow! One of the most incredible experiences of our lives. Our pilot was great, the flight was amazing and the alpine landing was absolutely ridiculously beautiful. We booked just the 25 minute experience, and it felt like plenty of time! Great stuff guys! Would highly recommend!" - Olivia



The journey is just as epic as the destination ✨️                                           ⁠
27/08/2024

The journey is just as epic as the destination ✨️



Nothing beats spending the day with us. Our pilots guarantee taking you to the best spots. ☀️🚁⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠                     ...
23/08/2024

Nothing beats spending the day with us. Our pilots guarantee taking you to the best spots. ☀️🚁⁠




100% blue bird 😎⁠⁠📍 Glentanner Park, Aoraki / Mount Cook⁠⁠📷: ⁠⁠⁠
21/08/2024

100% blue bird 😎⁠

📍 Glentanner Park, Aoraki / Mount Cook⁠

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A stroll down memory lane to 1985.                                            ⁠
16/08/2024

A stroll down memory lane to 1985.



Incredible views from Lake Erskine. This landing site is popular for our Milford Sound / Piopiotahi flights from Queenst...
13/08/2024

Incredible views from Lake Erskine. This landing site is popular for our Milford Sound / Piopiotahi flights from Queenstown.

Book your flight at helicopter.co.nz



Winter sunrise 😍📍 Queenstown
11/08/2024

Winter sunrise 😍
📍 Queenstown



Braided rivers are rather rare and occur only in mountainous, glaciated regions. The mixing of gravel and sediment on th...
07/08/2024

Braided rivers are rather rare and occur only in mountainous, glaciated regions. The mixing of gravel and sediment on the riverbed creates this natural masterpiece. We're lucky enough to see them flying from our Glentanner base.

📍Aoraki / Mount Cook

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03/08/2024

Nothing beats a day in Westland Tai Poutini National Park.



We guarantee stunning views from each of our bases - Aoraki / Mount Cook, Fox Glacier, Franz Josef and Queenstown. 📍: Ao...
01/08/2024

We guarantee stunning views from each of our bases - Aoraki / Mount Cook, Fox Glacier, Franz Josef and Queenstown.

📍: Aoraki / Mount Cook⁠

👉 helicopter.co.nz to book your next scenic flight


30/07/2024

Ever wonder what 24 helicopters would look like outside one of the most stunning accommodations?

We flew 24 helicopters from Queenstown to in May with the help of , .



We love hearing from our guests. Be sure to leave us a review after flying with us.⁠ Thank you, Tyce for taking the time...
28/07/2024

We love hearing from our guests. Be sure to leave us a review after flying with us.⁠ Thank you, Tyce for taking the time to share your review on Google. We're thrilled to been a part of your Queenstown adventure. ⁠



25/07/2024

Totally Tourism has been in business for 25 years! 🎉 ⁠

Originating in 1999, Totally Tourism is the umbrella business for some of Aotearoa New Zealand's pioneering tourism operators, many of which were established long before this. ⁠

- Formed in 1986, when three helicopter companies combined and have grown to be the largest provider of scenic flights in the country. 🚁⁠

We look forward to many more years of hosting world-class adventures by air, land and sea in our unique environments. Thanks for all your support!

Have you met Pete while flying in Queenstown? Pete's been flying with us for almost 30 years. These might be the Remarka...
24/07/2024

Have you met Pete while flying in Queenstown? Pete's been flying with us for almost 30 years. These might be the Remarkables behind him, but his favourite flights take in the views of Mount Aspiring National Park and its peak, Tititea.⁠

To have the flexibility to fly where you want to, get in touch with our team to book a private charter. ⁠
📞: + 64 3 442 3034
✉️: [email protected]



Didn't get to join us over the school holidays? Keep us in mind for Term 3 Holidays. ⁠📍Aoraki / Mount Cook ⁠ ⁠👉 helicopt...
22/07/2024

Didn't get to join us over the school holidays? Keep us in mind for Term 3 Holidays. ⁠
📍Aoraki / Mount Cook ⁠ ⁠
👉 helicopter.co.nz to book



20/07/2024

Our happy place ⭐️
📍Queenstown



17/07/2024

Picture yourself here ✨



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You'd count yourself lucky to view an ice cave like this on a heli hike adventure. We offer heli hikes in both Aoraki / ...
16/07/2024

You'd count yourself lucky to view an ice cave like this on a heli hike adventure.
We offer heli hikes in both Aoraki / Mount Cook and Franz Josef. ⁠Spaces go quickly, be sure to book yours in advance. ⁠

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👉helicopter.co.nz to make your booking.

Thanks for including us on your family holiday . We're stoked to have hosted your family.  Our extensive fleet of AS350 ...
14/07/2024

Thanks for including us on your family holiday . We're stoked to have hosted your family.

Our extensive fleet of AS350 Squirrels can accommodate groups. Get in touch with our team to book.

➡️helicopter.co.nz to book


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11/07/2024

Some of the incredible views you're able to see from the Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park. ❄️⁠



Address

29 Lucas Place, Queenstown Airport
Queenstown
9300

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 9am - 6pm

Telephone

+6434423034

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