Glacier Landing

Fly through extensive valleys carved out by glaciers thousands of years ago and enjoy the unforgettable experience of landing on one. From the Glacier the views of the Southern Alps are just stunning.
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Snow Landing

Fly to the border of the Mt Aspiring National Park through mountainous terrain and disembark for some fun in the snow. Magnificent views overlooking Mt Aspiring & Glaciers.
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Mt Aspiring & Glaciers

Fly up close to the majestic peak of Mt Aspiring and see the stunning ice blue glacial fields and snow covered peaks, with views right across the National Park. Includes snow & alpine landing.
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Milford Sound Scenic

Fly over the Southern Alps to the outstanding West Coast and into spectacular Milford Sound. Experience breathtaking views, waterfalls and wildlife. Alpine landings included.
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Mighty Milford Sound

The best of everything. Mt Aspiring & Glaciers, Southern Alps and the rugged West Coast. Alpine landings along the way and the chance to fly the entire length of Milford Sound.
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Mount Cook Scenic

Fly up the backbone of the Southern Alps over numerous glaciers and mountain ranges to get an impressive close up view of NZ’s highest peak. Alpine/snow landing included.
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Aspiring Glacier Journey

Jetboat up the Matukituki River with amazing views of Mt Aspiring & Glaciers. Then take to the skies for a close up view of the glaciers with a snow landing, before meeting the jet boat and continuing your journey back down river.
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Lake Wanaka Scenic

Fly over expansive Lake Wanaka for a bird’s eye view of the towering mountains and valleys that make this area so special. This flight includes an alpine landing.
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Your day, your way

With so many stunning geographical features to choose from, why not create your own personal itinerary taking in the locations and phenomena you would like to see and experience.
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Wanaka Scenic Flights

Located within close proximity to the spectacular Mount Aspiring National Park and Fiordland World Heritage Area, Aspiring Helicopters offers an extensive range of Wanaka scenic flights taking in some of nature’s most breath-taking geological formations.

Rugged snow-capped mountain ranges, magnificent glaciers, rivers, an ocean and uninterrupted wilderness all await you and thanks to our rural location your valuable flight time won’t tick away flying over urban areas.

Our experienced pilots have an extensive knowledge of the local area and its history and will be more than happy to share valuable insights with you. Aspiring Helicopters caters to all group sizes from the solo traveler to large parties and welcomes passengers of all ages. Our wanaka scenic flights offer a degree of flexibility, so if there is something you would like to alter – just ask.

Scenic Flights Gallery

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