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Join us on our search for untracked powder in the Southern Alps of Wanaka and Queenstown, New Zealand. Come visit us at our offices in Wanaka or Queenstown.
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With over 30 years experience in the New Zealand Heli skiing industry, Southern Lakes Heliski is your premium heliski and heliboard provider in the Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes region of New Zealand. With access to terrain spread across 11 different mountain ranges, ski or snowboard the best untracked powder with their highly experienced guides, certified under the NZMGA training program. Southern Lak

es Helski offers a variety of packages, ranging, from four, six and 8 runs, an option for private charters, and now multiday and luxury heli-ski trips.

14/10/2024

That’s a wrap on the 2024 season! From endless bluebird days to epic spring powder, we made the most of every turn across Queenstown and Wānaka. Huge thanks to everyone who joined us—we’re already counting down to season 2025! ❄️🚁

01/10/2024

HELI SKIING UPDATE ❄️👇🏼

“I’ve never seen this much snow in spring!”—that’s the word from our guides in the office today.

Though it’s the first day of October, the snow keeps piling up and the good news is that we’re expecting yet another 45cm of fresh snow to fall across our Wanaka terrain tomorrow, followed by an additional 10-15cm on Friday.

It’s safe to say we’re all excited to see the mountains in such great shape this late in the season!

Looking ahead, there’s a promising weather window opening up on Saturday, and with strong demand coming through, seats are expected to fill quickly.

The coverage this spring is truly something special, and we’re ready to make the most of these incredible October conditions.

If you’ve been thinking about a heli skiing adventure, now’s the time to secure your spot. It’s not every October that offers this kind of opportunity!

16/09/2024

HELI SKIING UPDATE ❄️🚁

It's hard to put into words just how incredible this spring has been—powder conditions that our guests will be talking about for years.

And the best part? There’s more snow on the way. Another round of storms is set to roll through this week, adding to the already epic coverage across our terrain.

As a result, this weekend is shaping up to be another prime opportunity for heli skiing, and seats are filling fast. Last weekend sold out, and we’re expecting the same this time around—so now’s the time to book and secure your spot.

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02/09/2024

Run don’t walk 🏃 Secure your seats now, and make the most of the recent snowfall. ❄️🚁

Wednesday - SOLD OUT

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23/08/2024

Treat your dad or yourself this Father’s Day with 10% off 2024 adventures from Queenstown or Wanaka with the code DAD10. ❄️🚁

With multiple storms on the horizon, 2024 is shaping up to be an incredible season.

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12/08/2024

Last week proved you can absolutely have friends on a powder day! 🏂🚁

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07/08/2024

Last week’s heli-skiing was one for the books! 🚁❄️ Fresh snow is falling with 10-20cm already across our terrain, and seats are filling up fast. We plan to be in the air tomorrow, so get in quick to secure your heli-skiing experience and enjoy the epic conditions in the days ahead!

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01/08/2024

Stay tuned till the end to hear our guest Matt Laming’s epic review of an even more epic run, during today’s heli skiing adventures. 🎿🚁

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29/07/2024

The long-awaited snowstorm has arrived, and it's already delivering the goods! ❄️🚁

We've received at least 20cm of fresh snow at the Minarets in Wānaka this morning, with snowfall expected to intensify this afternoon; bringing a total of 40-60cm by the end of the day. The storm will continue through the night and into tomorrow, setting the stage for incredible skiing in the days ahead.

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect conditions to go heli skiing this winter - now is the time to secure your seat!

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21/07/2024

Our 2024 season so far:
✔️ Fresh tracks
✔️ Powder turns
✔️ Blue bird days
✔️ Endless stoke

Bring on the rest of the season!

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14/07/2024

☀️ + 🚁⛷️ = 😍

Janina Kuzma enjoying the views and a few cheeky turns in The Minarets this week.

Located just off Lake Wānaka, The Minarets have been our guides terrain of choice since the last storm, delivering endless stoke, plenty of untracked laps and views all the way to Mt. Aspiring.

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09/07/2024

From where you would rather be.☀️🏔️

Another bluebird day with endless grins, riding untracked terrain in the Minarets, Wānaka

02/07/2024

It’s good to be back enjoying the fresh snow with a few cheeky laps on Home Run ⛷️🚁

A terrain check by our guides today has delivered the goods, with reports of a solid snow pack and epic early season conditions.

With this news - we’re stoked to announce we’re officially operational for the 2024 season, so if you haven’t already - get in touch to start planning your heli ski trip 🙌🏼

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01/07/2024

The last 24 hours have brought us plenty of fresh snow, with coverage down to 700m in some areas! 🌨️🥶

This image from Whare Kea Chalet, just behind our exclusive heli skiing terrain at The Minarets, is a glimpse of what’s been brewing. The new snowfall, combined with excellent pre-existing coverage across our terrain, has set us up for an all-time start to the season.

With a promising weather window in the coming days, we're excited to start heli skiing later this week. If you’re itching to enjoy some epic terrain, get in touch with our team. 🙌

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27/06/2024

The Ohaus are looking mighty fine from above.

With temperatures dropping and storms brewing, we're expecting 20-40cm of snowfall across our terrain in the coming days. 🌨️🥶

The inside scoop is that we could be operational in the coming week, so it's time to get in touch and start locking in your first heliski turns of the season.

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Miss Snow It All
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18/06/2024

More than 40cm of fresh snow has fallen on Mt Clarke Glacier this week, setting the stage for incredible skiing!

Mt Clarke is a favourite of our guides, thanks to our exclusive heli-skiing access to this amazing terrain. With its varied open bowls and runs for both intermediate and advanced riders, it’s no wonder it’s also a favourite of our guests.

With final preparations for the heli-ski season nearly complete, we’re thrilled to bring you untracked laps like this soon!

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We are excited to now be accepting Afterpay. If you would like to book your heliski trip using Afterpay please contact our sales team

11/06/2024

With fresh snow covering the mountains and more in the forecast, we can't wait to enjoy pristine, untracked runs like these 🚁🏔️

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30/10/2023

As the snow melts, it's not goodbye, it's see you later. Keep the stoke alive until we meet again on the snowy slope next year! ☃️

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10 Lloyd Dunn Avenue
Wanaka
9300

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Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm
Saturday	8am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

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http://www.southernlakesheliski.com/

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Matt Laming’s epic review of an even more epic run

Stay tuned till the end to hear our guest Matt Laming’s epic review of an even more epic run, during today’s heli skiing adventures. 🎿🚁 The North Face - Australia & New Zealand POC

The long-awaited snowstorm has arrived, and it's already delivering the goods! ❄️🚁 We've received at least 20cm of fresh snow at the Minarets in Wānaka this morning, with snowfall expected to intensify this afternoon; bringing a total of 40-60cm by the end of the day. The storm will continue through the night and into tomorrow, setting the stage for incredible skiing in the days ahead. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect conditions to go heli skiing this winter - now is the time to secure your seat! The North Face - Australia & New Zealand #NeverStopExploring POC #protectedbyscience

2024 heliskiing season so far

Our 2024 season so far: ✔️ Fresh tracks ✔️ Powder turns ✔️ Blue bird days ✔️ Endless stoke Bring on the rest of the season! The North Face - Australia & New Zealand #NeverStopExploring POC #ProtectedByScience

☀️ + 🚁⛷️ = 😍 Janina Kuzma enjoying the views and a few cheeky turns in The Minarets this week. Located just off Lake Wānaka, The Minarets have been our guides terrain of choice since the last storm, delivering endless stoke, plenty of untracked laps and views all the way to Mt. Aspiring. The North Face - Australia & New Zealand #NeverStopExploring POC #ProtectedByScience

From where you would rather be ☀️🏔️ In the mountains with Southern Lakes Heliski

From where you would rather be.☀️🏔️ Another bluebird day with endless grins, riding untracked terrain in the Minarets, Wānaka

It’s good to be back enjoying the fresh snow with a few cheeky laps on Home Run ⛷️🚁 A terrain check by our guides today has delivered the goods, with reports of a solid snow pack and epic early season conditions. With this news - we’re stoked to announce we’re officially operational for the 2024 season, so if you haven’t already - get in touch to start planning your heli ski trip 🙌🏼 The North Face - Australia & New Zealand #NeverStopExploring POC #ProtectedByScience

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The Southern Lakes Heliski Story

Since 1985 Southern Lakes Heliski is your premium heliski and heliboard provider in the Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes region of New Zealand. With access to terrain to 16 different mountain ranges and over 700 runs you get to ski or snowboard the best untracked powder with their highly experienced guides, certified under the NZMGA training program. Southern Lakes Helski offers a variety of packages, ranging, from 3, 4, 6 and 8 runs, an option for private charters, and now multiday and luxury heli-ski trips. Come visit us at our booking offices in Wanaka or Queenstown.