Helicopter locations.
Around the South Island of New Zealand, there is an overwhelming option of locations if you’re considering getting a helicopter flight as part of your photo adventure. I’ve narrowed down a few of my favourites, mainly in Wanaka. All prices below include an hour landing on the mountain and are exclusive from my photography fee. The Squirrel helicopter is a larger, more spacious 6 seater or we can use the smaller H500 which is a 3 seater. Epic views guaranteed!
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Departing Wanaka
Twin peaks
Possibly my fave. Located over on Minaret Station with sweeping views right up and down Lake Wanaka, as well as back up to Mt Aspiring. Snowy in winter, tussocks and rocks in summer. The perfect setting to balance epic lake views and get that rugged alpine feel!
Squirrel - $1550 / H500 - $1150
COROMANDEL PEAK
Coromandel Peak, also known as Roy's Peak, is Wanaka’s most popular location. This iconic location looks north up to the top of Lake Wanaka, as well as views west and south across the adjacent valleys. It still takes my breath away every time!
Squirrel - $1950 / H500 - $1550 (includes landing fee)
LOOKOUT HILL
One of my faves. Lookout Hill is one of Wanaka’s best kept secrets. An awesome array of jagged rock faces and cliffs overlooking Lake Wanaka. The perfect option if you want to get away from it all and have a photographic playground you won’t forget!
Squirrel - $1630 / H500 - $1345
FOG PEAK
For couples who love big mountains, right up in the Mt Aspiring National Park behind Wanaka. This location offers a true alpine feel with dramatic views. Often with some snow about, Fog Peak is perfect for wrapping up warm and venturing about!
Squirrel - $1550 / H500 - $1150
DRAGONFLY PEAK
Where the big mountains get bigger. At 7000 ft, lake views are replaced with epic valleys and dramatic cliffs. Often with snow about, be ready for an adventure here. On a clear day you can even see the top of Mt Cook from here. Another one of my faves…
Squirrel - $1905 / H500 - $1545
MT BURKE
Take a flight to spectacular Mt Burke, overlooking Lake Wanaka with views from Glendhu Bay all the way up to Makarora. A great option featuring rolling golden tussocks, farm tracks, snow in the winter and some pretty dramatic cliffs. Perfect for catching those epic sunsets!
Squirrel - $1550 / H500 - $1150
THE PENINSULA
Located right in the centre of Lake Wanaka is the Peninsula or Stevenson's Arm. Often overlooked, this place is an incredible option with views out over the lake from many angles. There’s some epic cliffs and is usually accessible when there's some wind about.
Squirrel - $1550 / H500 - $1150
ALTA TARNS
A beautiful series of small alpine tarns set alongside the Buchanan Mountains across the lake from Wanaka. Have both secluded settings as well as big views over the Matukituki Valley. A surreal getaway in summer, and snowy wonderland in winter!
Squirrel - $1550 / H500 - $1150
ISOBEL GLACIER
When there’s the call for snow. All year round we can access a snow landing at Isobel Glacier. Includes the most amazing flight in, along with an ever-changing landscape with a network of glacial ice, snow, frozen ponds and incredible rock gardens.
Squirrel - $2500 / H500 - $1800
Tyndall Glacier
Possibly the most amazing natural alpine arena. The incredible south facing alternative that backs onto Isobel Glacier, positioned in an ever changing landscape that looks up toward Mt Tyndall. Snow landings are available here all year round.
Squirrel - $1905 / H500 - $1545