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Air and Scenic flights

Find the best scenic flights and air attractions to do throughout New Zealand with helicopter rides, small plane scenic flights, air tours, adventure flights, hot air balloons and more! With See and Do NZ, there are a number of fun and adventurous things to do with friends and family!

 

Air and Scenic flights activities to See and Do in New Zealand

Top Attractions

Parasailing in the Bay of Islands

Parasailing in the Ba...

New Zealand's highest parasailing at 1300ft over the stunning Bay of Islands. ......

PRIVATE - Middle Earth Waterfalls Heli hike (Exclusive location)

PRIVATE - Middle Eart...

Explore exclusive locations by foot after you arrive in style and luxury.Your on ......

Milford Sound Fly | Cruise | Fly

Milford Sound Fly | C...

Milford Sound is an area of extraordinary beauty. It offers a majestic fiord, dr ......

Wharekauhau Heli Lunch

Wharekauhau Heli Lunc...

Wellington Scenic helicopter flight to Wharekaukau Country Estate to enjoy a com ......

Nomad Safaris combos - Dart River Jet I Shotover Jet I Earnslaw Burn Heli-Hobbit

Nomad Safaris combos - Da...

Nomad Safaris is proud to partner with select operators to bring you a variety of unique e ......

Mount Tarawera / Orakei Korako 'Thermal Explorer' Dual Landing Floatplane

Mount Tarawera / Orakei K...

Combine the thrill of landing on Mount Tarawera with a flight that includes spectacular ae ......

Scenic Flights - Southern Lakes Helicopters

Scenic Flights - Southern...

When a place is so special it’s been awarded World Heritage status, seeing it from the a ......

Earnslaw Burn Picnic

Earnslaw Burn Picnic

A picnic like no other: Mt Earnslaw Glacier towers above you, the air tastes crisp and fre ......

Glacier Landing

Glacier Landing

Explore hidden alpine lakes and cascading waterfalls as we head deep into the rugged glaci ......

Kaikoura - Whale Watching Tour

Kaikoura - Whale Watching...

Experience the beauty and wonder of Kaikōura's marine wildlife from above, with this once ......

Earnslaw Burn Express

Earnslaw Burn Express

Our most popular experience. The Earnslaw Burn boasts an incredible hanging glacier and ca ......

PRIVATE -  Milford Sound Scenic Overhead Heli trip with Middle Earth Waterfalls Heli Hike and Lunch

PRIVATE - Milford Sound ...

Your scenic flight will take you above rainforest-covered valleys, past spectacular alpine ......

Milford Sound Flyover

Milford Sound Flyover

Experience the 'Eighth Wonder of the World' by air. Fly over the magnificent fiord, carved ......

White Island/ Mount Tarawera 'Volcanic Extremes' Helicopter

White Island/ Mount Taraw...

Experience “Volcanic Extremes” flying over the active crater of “Whakaari” White ......

Snow Landing

Snow Landing

Enjoy a very cool experience with our epic snow landing over Queenstown. Pack your coat an ......

Discover Milford Sound Helicopter Flight - Te Anau Helicopters

Discover Milford Sound He...

Special Features: Discover the most popular Fiord in New Zealand - Milford Sound. ​Ae ......

Ultimate Discovery - 45-minute Three-Glacier Flight

Ultimate Discovery - 45-m...

About If you're seeking to experience the real West Coast, we would love for you to join ......

Milford Sound Heli-Cruise-Heli

Milford Sound Heli-Cruise...

You’ll want your camera for this one. Rainforests, steep valleys and mountain lakes fill ......

Wild North West Mountain to Sea by private helicopter

Wild North West Mountain ...

A flight of a lifetime covering the north-western tip of the South Island - two National P ......

Christchurch to Queenstown One Way Tour, Via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo

Christchurch to Queenstow...

Christchurch To Queenstown via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo. This one-way, small group, fully ......

Aoraki/ Mt Cook Scenic Flights

Aoraki/ Mt Cook Scenic Fl...

Based at Aoraki/Mt Cook airport Southern Lakes Helicopters offer spectacular scenic flight ......

Mt Ruapehu Vista

Mt Ruapehu Vista

Flightseeing at its best! Discover NZ’s most scenic & spectacular vistas. Enjoy a u ......

Fiordland by Seaplane

Fiordland by Seaplane

Experience the endless peaks and Fiords of Doubtful Sound by Seaplane or join us for that ......

Heli-Picnic for up to 6 people in a private helicopter at a remote Alpine Lake

Heli-Picnic for up to 6 p...

Enjoy a delicious gourmet picnic at a hidden alpine lake. Fly north from our base at Nels ......

Kaikoura - Whale Watch Premier

Kaikoura - Whale Watch Pr...

An exceptional flight experience showcasing the exquisite beauty of the coastal town of Ka ......

Heli Jet Combo

Heli Jet Combo

One of the best wilderness experiences available – “Gotta do it!”

Tandem Paragliding - All Year Round - Treble Cone, Wanaka

Tandem Paragliding - All ...

Fly from Treble Cone with a professional tandem pilot. Beautiful views of the southern alps and Lake Wanaka.

Fly Six Glacier Tour

Fly Six Glacier Tour

Fly up the Whitcombe Valley into the Southern Alps to view Six different Glaciers directly ......

Floatplane Crater Lakes Flight Plus Hotpools

Floatplane Crater Lakes F...

Enjoy spectacular views of our hidden lakes district, distant volcanoes and local geotherm ......

Mount Tarawera/Waimangu Volcanic Valley Plus Hotpools

Mount Tarawera/Waimangu V...

Fly over the site of the largest eruption in New Zealand’s living memory, Mount Tarawer ......

Domestic Air Travel

Domestic Air Travel

Domestic, regional air travel throughout the upper North Island, including Great Barrier Island.

Central Otago Heli Gold Wine Tour

Central Otago Heli Gold W...

Enjoy an all-day tour of Central Otago’s stunning vineyards by Helicopter and Jeep Wrang ......

Mt Cook Supreme - 60-minute Glacier Flight

Mt Cook Supreme - 60-minu...

About If you're seeking to experience the real West Coast, we would love for you to join ......

Skydive Auckland

Skydive Auckland

Ready to throw yourself out of a perfectly good plane? Skydive from up to 18,000ft, the ......

Milford Sound Tour & Cruise with Picnic Lunch

Milford Sound Tour & ...

Milford Sound Tour & Cruise, this small group, fully-guided day trip combines the amaz ......

Milford Sound Fly Cruise Fly

Milford Sound Fly Cruise ...

Take off from Queenstown, and fly above the rugged backcountry of Lake Wakatipu and Centra ......

Mount Tarawera / Orakei Korako 'Thermal Explorer' Dual Landing

Mount Tarawera / Orakei K...

From above Mount Tarawera impressive views include vast volcanic rifts, distant national p ......

Tarawera Falls Volcanic Heli Hike

Tarawera Falls Volcanic H...

From lofty volcanic heights, to a magical waterfall, this extraordinary day out showcases ......

Pilot Choice - 35-minute Twin Glacier Flight

Pilot Choice - 35-minute ...

About If you're seeking to experience the real West Coast, we would love for you to join ......

Abel Tasman Experience with helicopter landing at Awaroa Beach for up to 6 people

Abel Tasman Experience wi...

One of our most popular helicopter tours - and for very good reasons! From our convenient ......

Glacier Galore Helicopter Flight with Landing - Milford Helicopters

Glacier Galore Helicopter...

Climb out from Milford Sound Airport and up past Harrison's Cove, see sheer cliffs dwarf t ......

Scenic Trial Flight

Scenic Trial Flight

A scenic trial flight is a short 20min, 30min, or 1 hour flight in a small aircraft with a ......

Milford Sound Landing

Milford Sound Landing

Experience the 'Eighth Wonder of the World' by air. Fly over the magnificent fiord, carved ......

Encounter Aspiring

Encounter Aspiring

Explore Mount Aspiring National Park with us and discover the age-old glaciers and waterfa ......

Tandem Skydive over Lake Taupo - 16,500ft

Tandem Skydive over Lake ...

16,500ft: Feel On Top Of The World as you conquer Taupo's highest skydive at a whopping 16 ......

Milford Sound Heli-Cruise-Heli

Milford Sound Heli-Cruise...

The ultimate way to experience Milford Sound and Fiordland. Enjoy spectacular aerial views ......

Queenstown to Tekapo One Way Tour, Via Mt Cook

Queenstown to Tekapo One ...

Queenstown to Tekapo via Mt Cook, this small group, fully-guided tour combines two of the ......

White Island/ Mount Tarawera 'Volcanic Extremes' Floatplane Adventure

White Island/ Mount Taraw...

Fly over New Zealand’s only permanently active offshore volcano, White Island and enjoy ......

You Fly Helicopter Trial flight

You Fly Helicopter Trial ...

YouFly Helicopter Trial Flight Take control of your very own helicopter on a 30 minute tr ......

Doubtful Sound and Dusky Sound - Te Anau Helicopters

Doubtful Sound and Dusky ...

Special Features: Mountain peaks and waterfalls. Hidden alpine lakes. Aerial views of ......

Mount Tarawera Volcanic Landing - Eruption Trail Tour And Landing

Mount Tarawera Volcanic L...

Fly to and land on the site of the largest eruption in New Zealand’s living memory. Stan ......

Extended Whale Watch Flight - 40 Minutes

Extended Whale Watch Flig...

Take to the skies for a unique view on a whale-watching flight over Kaikoura. With a guara ......

Southern Glacier Experience

Southern Glacier Experien...

Awe-inspiring views of the Southern Alps and Mount Aspiring National Park on a premier 50 minute trip.

Queenstown Essential Helicopter Flight!

Queenstown Essential Heli...

Cecil Peak, Moonlight Creek, Shotover River, Skippers Canyon… we’re serving up all the ......

Mitre Peak Scenic Helicopter Flight - Milford Helicopters

Mitre Peak Scenic Helicop...

Special Features: Sights of the iconic scenic views Milford Sound is known for. Stunning photo opportunities.

Glacier Explorer - 25minute Franz Josef Flight

Glacier Explorer - 25minu...

This 25-minute flight includes Franz Josef Glacier Southern Alps Mt Ellie de Beaumoun ......

Mt Earnslaw Glacier

Mt Earnslaw Glacier

Discover Middle Earth on our flagship flight as we soar over a remote high-country station ......

Discover Doubtful Sound - Te Anau Helicopters

Discover Doubtful Sound -...

This helicopter flight takes you over the Fiordland National Park to Doubtful Sound.

Skydive in the Bay of Islands

Skydive in the Bay of Isl...

Blue skies, blue waters, golden sands and sunshine is what we’re all about. Oh, and we L ......

Pilot's Choice Queenstown Flight

Pilot's Choice Queenstown...

Indulge in a bird's eye view of Queenstown and her surrounding mountains.

Heli Siberia

Heli Siberia

If you are looking for a must-do activity in New Zealand, this is it!

Tandem Hang Gliding - Summer - Coronet Peak, Queenstown

Tandem Hang Gliding - Sum...

Fly like a bird! Tandem Hang Glide with a professional pilot from Coronet Peak, Queenstown.

West Coast Beaches and the Glaciers

West Coast Beaches and th...

Fly from towering mountains to rugged coast and experience the thrill of glacier flyover a ......

The Siberia Experience

The Siberia Experience

Experience NZ’s best half day New Zealand wilderness adventure with Southern Alps Air. ......

Mount Tarawera Volcanic Adventure

Mount Tarawera Volcanic A...

Combine the thrill of landing on Mount Tarawera with a flight that includes spectacular a ......

Flight option 1 - Fox Glacier incl. snow landing (allow 20 minutes - departs Fox Glacier)

Flight option 1 - Fox Gla...

Explore the Fox Glacier to 6,000ft and land on the snow with exceptional views of New Zeal ......

Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound Scenic Flight - Te Anau Helicopters

Milford Sound and Doubtfu...

Special Features: Discover the most popular Fiord's in New Zealand - Milford Sound and Do ......

Tandem Paragliding - Summer - Coronet Peak, Queenstown

Tandem Paragliding - Summ...

Experience the thrill of tandem paragliding from Coronet Peak with an highly experienced and certified tandem pilot.

Local Explorer Scenic Flight

Local Explorer Scenic Fli...

Immerse yourself in a journey that captures the essence of New Zealand’s natural grandeur and untamed landscapes.

Mt Cook Bus Tour & Heli Hike Combo from Queenstown

Mt Cook Bus Tour & He...

Our small group, fully-guided day trip combines all of the key highlights with a guided bu ......

Tandem Skydive over Lake Taupo - 15,000ft

Tandem Skydive over Lake ...

15,000ft: Experience the adventure of freefalling above stunning Lake Taupo! Enjoy a mind- ......

Flight option 1 - Franz Josef Glacier incl. snow landing (allow 20 minutes - departs Franz Josef)

Flight option 1 - Franz J...

Explore the Franz Josef Glacier to 6,000ft and land on the snow with exceptional views of ......

The Grand Circle

The Grand Circle

Discover the beauty of Queenstown from above!

Abel Tasman Experience with helicopter landing at Awaroa Beach for up to 3 people

Abel Tasman Experience wi...

Depart from our heli-base at Nelson Airport in a private helicopter for up to 3 people. Fo ......

Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Ex Wanaka

Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-...

You won't believe your eyes when you Fly from Wanaka across the Southern Alps to Milford S ......

Milford, Lakes and Sutherland Falls

Milford, Lakes and Suther...

Experience the untouched paradise of Fiordland as we fly deep into the world-renowned nati ......

Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly

Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-...

Our most popular scenic flight option, this package lets you experience the sheer scale an ......

Sutherland Falls Scenic Flight - Milford Helicopters

Sutherland Falls Scenic F...

Special Features: Sights of the iconic scenic views Milford Sound is known for. Aerial ......

Premium Milford Sound Tour Including Cruise, Lunch & Return Flight

Premium Milford Sound Tou...

Our small group, fully-guided day trip combines the amazing journey to Milford Sound with ......

Earnslaw Burn Heli-Hike

Earnslaw Burn Heli-Hike

The Earnslaw Burn with its hanging glacier and cascading waterfalls really is New Zealand� ......

Scenic Flights - Fiordland Helicopters

Scenic Flights - Fiordlan...

Fiordland Helicopters was formed in the mid-1980s. With hangars in both Te Anau and Orawi ......

Grand Tour Scenic Helicopter Flight - Milford Helicopters

Grand Tour Scenic Helicop...

Special Features: Sights of the iconic scenic views Milford Sound is known for. Tutoko ......

Milford Sound Express

Milford Sound Express

See Milford Sound from above with this scenic helicopter tour through Fiordland, which includes an alpine landing.

Kaikōura Helicopters - Classic Whale Watch

Kaikōura Helicopters - C...

Lift off from our beachfront helipad and within minutes you will be in the spectacular env ......

Heli Siberia Max

Heli Siberia Max

Cruise over the tops of the Southern Alps to land in the remote Siberia Valley and rendezv ......

Nomad Safaris - Queenstown

Nomad Safaris - Queenstow...

Experience New Zealand’s most spectacular quad bike rides, off road 4WD adventures, guid ......

Shackleton Whiskey Endurance - 50-minute Glacier Flight

Shackleton Whiskey Endura...

About Savor a complimentary sampling of the renowned Shackleton Whiskey, inspired by the ......

Dusky Sound Scenic Flight - Te Anau Helicopters

Dusky Sound Scenic Flight...

Special Features: Aerial mountain and lake views on the way to Dusky Sound. Breathe in t ......

Milford Sound Scenic Flight

Milford Sound Scenic Flig...

Experience magnificent Milford Sound by air.

Kaikoura - Whale Watching Ocean Safari

Kaikoura - Whale Watching...

Embark on a remarkable journey through the captivating wildlife and scenic beauty of Kaik� ......

Tandem Paragliding - Winter - Coronet Peak, Queenstown

Tandem Paragliding - Wint...

Fly from the top of Coronet Peak - 5400 feet! Experience New Zealand's highest and longes ......

Christchurch City Scenic Helicopter Flight

Christchurch City Scenic ...

A 20 minute flight over Christchurch City the picturesque harbour of Lyttelton and stunnin ......

Milford Sound Explorer

Milford Sound Explorer

If you are short on time but want to see all the beauty of Milford Sound and the Earnslaw ......

Heli-Fish Marlborough Sounds for up to 6 people in a private helicopter

Heli-Fish Marlborough Sou...

Flying and fishing - the ultimate experience! Board your private helicopter from our base ......

Remarkables Scenic

Remarkables Scenic

Queenstown looks much different from up here. Enjoy the drama of Lake Whakatipu and the su ......

Heli Max Jet Combo

Heli Max Jet Combo

Short on time? Skip the hike with our Fly/Jet Boat Heli Max Combo.

Milford Sound, Southern Alps and Fiordland National Park Heli Flight

Milford Sound, Southern A...

Discover the enormity of the Southern Alps and Fiordland National Park.

Nelson is even more beautiful from a helicopter!

Nelson is even more beaut...

Grab the family or some friends for an awesome mountain adventure where you'll feel on top ......

Fiordland's Finest

Fiordland's Finest

Beat the crowds with our signature flight that includes Milford Sound, Lake Quill, Mt Tuto ......

Milford Sound Heli-Cruise-Heli + Earnslaw Burn

Milford Sound Heli-Cruise...

The ultimate Milford Sound Heli-Cruise-Heli experience: heli flight, Milford boat cruise, ......

Methven- Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Flights

Methven- Mt Hutt Scenic H...

Adventure Balloons NZ is a renowned hot air ballooning company offering exhilarating and p ......

Bay of Many Coves Heli-lunch

Bay of Many Coves Heli-lu...

Fly to the Marlborough Sounds to Bay of Many Coves Resort. Discover world-class cuisine, b ......

Mount Tarawera/Waimangu Thermal Valley – ‘Eruption Trail Tour’

Mount Tarawera/Waimangu T...

Departing our City Lakefront pier experience the thrill of a floatplane take off, before c ......

Earnslaw Burn Explorer

Earnslaw Burn Explorer

This incredible helicopter experience takes you to our exclusive landing site – the migh ......


Frequently Asked Questions about Air and Scenic flights Activities

1. Can you fly to Milford Sound?

There are many options to fly to Milford Sound. This helicopter tour includes a picnic and a landing at middle earth!

2. What is the best month to visit Queenstown?

Queenstown is beautiful in both summer and winter! In the summer, this amazing private helicopter tour to middle earth is amazing. In the winter, scenic flights are just as beautiful with glacier landings available!

3. How many days in Queenstown is enough?

Queenstown is a town that is very hard to get sick of! However, it should take around one week to explore most of it. Check out these scenic flights to make the most of your stay!

4. How many scenic flights are in New Zealand?

New Zeland is filled with scenic flights ranging from hot air balloons rides and parasailing, to helicopter tours with picnics!

5. What are the best scenic flights in the Bay of Islands?

The Bay of Islands is known for its amazing coastline, so any scenic flight you encounter will blow you away! Check out this scenic flight to the hole in the rock!

Air and Scenic Flights to See and Do in New Zealand


Adventure Activities throughout New Zealand

New Zealands unique landscape creates a beautiful view on scenic flights. In summer you can enjoy the rolling hills and exquisite coastline, and in winter you can explore and land on glaciers!

 
Air and Scenic Flights to See and Do in New Zealand

There are several exhilarating aerial adventures available in New Zealand. Booking a scenic flight or jump is the only way to properly experience the lovely New Zealand coastline and rolling hills. Discover all the spectacular flight options, including skydiving and flights to Stewart Island!

Although viewing New Zealand from above is a rewarding experience, there are plenty of other options if you're afraid of heights. From wine and cuisine tours that may include helicopters to cycle trails to diving, fishing, and other aquatic tours!

 

The best places for Air and Scenic Flights in New Zealand



If you're looking for adventure activities in winter, then there are great places to go in the North and the South Islands. This scenic flight above the Mt Ruapehu vistas is something you can't miss on a beautiful winter day. Abel Tasman and nelson are also filled with fantastic flights that will be beautiful in both summer and winter. Wanaka, Queenstown and Canterbury are havens for the best scenic flights in winter and glacier landings!

The best places for Air and Scenic Flights in New Zealand
 

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