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Queenstown: Pilot's Choice Helicopter Flight with alpine landing

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Queenstown, New Zealand

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25 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Indulge in a bird's eye view of Queenstown and her surrounding mountains.
Alpine landing our pilot will choose the best location on the day.
Experience views of majestic Queenstown as you perch on rugged mountain terrain, you may even be standing on snow in the winter. Don’t forget your camera as these views of Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu are not to be missed.

What's Included

  • Alpine landing (seasonal snow) - approx. 10 minutes
  • Allow 25-minute total trip duration including alpine landing.
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Gratuities
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29 Lucas Place
Frankton, Queenstown 9348, New Zealand

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Queenstown (pass by)

Fly up into the mountains around Queenstown from our base taking in this exhilarating experience whilst in awe at the stunning landscapes that surround Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu before landing on a mountain.
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Queenstown

Step foot in the alpine environment, looking at Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu below ,and the surrounding mountainous landscape.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Queenstown (pass by)

Return back to our Queenstown base from your alpine landing and enjoy the excitement of flying by helicopter down from the mountains and seeing even more beautiful glacial carved landscapes that make up this beautiful part of the world.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • It is recommended that warm clothing and suitable footwear be worn on this tour due to cold temperatures. Moderate fitness is required.
  • Allow 25 minutes total trip duration including alpine landing
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Queenstown: Pilot’s Choice Helicopter Flight with alpine landing?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 170 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and partner sites such as Trustpilot, Viator, and TripAdvisor

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  • Alpine landing (seasonal snow) - approx. 10 minutes
  • Allow 25-minute total trip duration including alpine landing.
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Live commentary on board
  • Scenic helicopter flight
  • Pilot guide & commentary
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Gratuities

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • All children must be accompanied by a fare paying adult
  • It is recommended that warm clothing and suitable footwear be worn on this tour due to cold temperatures. Moderate fitness is required.
  • Allow 25 minutes total trip duration including alpine landing
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).
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