Scenic helicopter flights of Hanmer Springs
Get a bird’s eye view of the Hurunui region’s stunning landscape on a 30- or 50-minute helicopter flight. Enjoy breath-taking views of the mountains, lakes, and rivers with amazing photo opportunities.
Both tour options include a mountain range landing (subject to weather) for you to marvel at the scenery. Our Helicopter & Jet Boat combos offer extra fun with an exhilarating Jet Boat ride along the scenic Waiau River!
- Choose between a 30-minute Hanmer Springs Forest park & Mountain Ranges flight, or a 50-minute Historic Stations & Alpine Ranges flight
- A minimum age of 3 years applies
- Helicopter tours are operated by Hanmer Springs Helicopters. Flights are subject to weather conditions and are at the pilot’s discretion
- Our onsite café supplies drinks, ice creams, snacks, and light meals
- Our health & safety practices have been assessed by independent outdoor safety experts and we are AdventureMark Safety Certified.
- Hanmer Springs Attractions reserves the right to refuse participation should any person be affected by alcohol, medication or any other substance such that they may be a risk to themselves or others.
You’ll find us at 839 Hanmer Springs Road, just past the turnoff towards Hanmer Springs from State Highway 7 and just before the Waiau Ferry Bridge. There’s a large carpark with plenty of parking for cars, campervans, and coaches.
For your convenience, we offer complimentary pick-up and drop-off from most accommodation providers in Hanmer Springs on request. Please contact our reservations team at least 24 hours prior to your booking date to organise this service.
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