The Grand Circle

Duration: Allow 35 Minutes including alpine landing.
Cancellation_summary: Credit or refund available with at least 24 hour notice
Meeting Point: The Helicopter Line • 29 Lucas Place, Queenstown

True to its name, capture stunning 360-degree panoramic views of Queenstown, Lake Whakatipu, and Glenorchy.

Explore the stunning diversity of Queenstown. From ...Show More

Duration: Allow 35 Minutes including alpine landing.
Cancellation_summary: Credit or refund available with at least 24 hour notice
Meeting Point: The Helicopter Line • 29 Lucas Place, Queenstown

True to its name, capture stunning 360-degree panoramic views of Queenstown, Lake Whakatipu, and Glenorchy.

Explore the stunning diversity of Queenstown. From the majestic canyons of the Shotover River to the ski slopes of Coronet Peak, the delightful rural retreats, and the charming villages that Queenstown is known for. This aerial adventure promises an unforgettable experience. Take advantage of this thrilling opportunity to see Queenstown from a new perspective.

What is Included:
- Scenic helicopter flight
- Alpine landing (possible snow landing in winter)
- Hotel pickup and d-r-o-p off
- Informative pilot commentary

Fly through the diverse landscapes of Queenstown - the canyons of the Shotover River, ski slopes of Coronet Peak, rural retreats and villages that Queenstowners call home. Circle the Whakatipu Basin from above, enjoy an alpine landing with incredible views.

Check In Details:

Please allow approximately 1 hour for check-in, safety briefing and your flight.
Departs and returns from The Helicopter Line Base, 29 Lucas Place, Queenstown, New Zealand.

Departure Times and Check-In

Departure Times and Check-In
Check in with us 24 hours prior to departure to reconfirm your booking + 1 hour 15 minutes prior to departure for the final weather check. The phone number and contact details will be on your ticket.
Check-in closes 30 minutes prior to departure time.

What To Bring
- Warm clothing
- Sturdy covered shoes
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- Phone and camera (please make sure large cameras are on a strap)

What to leave behind
- Bags
- Selfie sticks and I-pads are not permitted on our aircraft
- Loose clothing and scarves
- Dangerous goods

Email confirmation will be received immediately after completing your booking.

- Flights, landings and routes may vary due to weather and the pilot’s discretion. Flight times are approximate and include your landing.
- Minimum passenger numbers apply for flights. Bookings will be coordinated to achieve this where possible.
- Prices include concession fees contributing toward conservation and sustainability management.

Weather
- Your flight is subject to favourable weather conditions; if canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option to rebook to an alternative date, or cancel and receive a full refund.
- We recommend booking your flights early in your trip with flexibility for weather changes. We don’t want you to miss out.

The Helicopter Line operates scenic flight activity that takes place within an environment involving aircraft and over water/mountainous terrain, where there are elements of risk involved. The primary risks being (but not limited to) equipment failure, human error, changing weather conditions, unavoidable external occurrences and potential aircraft hazards.

Operating as a professional tourism helicopter company requires highly skilled pilots who are extremely disciplined, particularly when flying in the Southern Alps. To operate safely our team of pilots require the support of management and an equally disciplined team on the ground. The Helicopter Line takes all reasonable, practicable and lawful steps such as complying with strict New Zealand Civil Aviation Rules to ensure your safety whilst on your experience with us.