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Wanaka Helicopters

6 Lloyd Dunn Ave | Wanaka Airport, Wanaka 9343, New Zealand
0800 46 36 26
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Ranked #1 of 14 attractions in Wanaka
Type: Other
Owner description: Wanaka Helicopters offers a variety of high standard flights around Lake Wanaka, into the National Parks and surrounding areas such as Mount Aspiring,... more » Owner description: Wanaka Helicopters offers a variety of high standard flights around Lake Wanaka, into the National Parks and surrounding areas such as Mount Aspiring, and to spectacular Milford Sound. All scenic flights include remote alpine landings and walk arounds. We operate a variety of different sized helicopters, which means that no minimum passenger numbers apply to our flights. We can cater for all number combinations. Wanaka Helicopters also offers a product called Heli-Adventures, which includes soft adventure type activities for the more adventurous, such as mountain biking, fishing, hiking and jet boating. We also offer to opportunity to fly yourself in a one off training flight called our 'Mission Possible'. Not only are we a scenic flight operator, we are a training school, training pilots to gain their private helicopter license, as well as their commercial helicopter license. All our instructors are highly professional and safe pilots and flight instructors. « less
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Wanaka, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

We took our first Helicopter ride yesterday as a surprise for my Dad's birthday. Dad said it was the BEST present ever and can't wait to do this again. Our huge thanks to Wanaka Helicopters, we had a really fun time and loved every minute of it. I totally recommend doing this, the views were stunning and the pictures we... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

A must do trip for anyones bucket list. Our pilot was extremely experienced, knew the area very well and made the trip fun and exciting. Glacier landing, beach landing, stunning waterfalls, multi coloured high level lakes, penguins, seals, mist, hanging valleys, and the spectacular sight of glorious New Zealand South Island as far as the eye can see. Check your... More

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Corindi, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2013

Second time flying with Wanaka Helicopters with Simon as pilot. He flew us to Milford Sound then onto Mt. Aspiring and the glaciers. The scenery is absolutely stunning and the best way to see it is from the air. Simon's knowledge of the area is remarkable. The whole team is so professional and they go the extra mile to make... More

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2013

Thanks to our pilot Chris and the team at Wanaka Helicopters. What a great way to get engaged, at 4,000ft on Mt Roy. What a wonderful afternoon and a trip we'll remember for the rest of our lives. Thanks for sorting everything for us and pulling off the surprise. Love the photos too thanks Chris. We'll definitely be back Thanks... More

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Dunedin, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

It was a very cold day on top of Mt Roy for our wedding photos but Simon made it so easy for us (especially the bride) he wrapped her up in a blanket and jacket, walked to the edge with us, then when the photographer was ready he grabbed the blanket and jacket, went and hid while the photos were... More

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Narromine
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2013

I very much enjoyed flying in the R22 helicopter and getting a feel for the controls which are quite different to an airplane. Also flying in the Wanaka area is something definitely not to be missed! I liked the way Chris demonstrated the controls one at a time – this was a good way to experience how the helicopter works... More

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Shanghai, China
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 6, 2013

Thanks our pilot Chris and all the staff. Its a very special journey of our whole trip. After communication with Charlotte. We took 'Tucker on the Tops' flights on 12/Feb/2013. Abusolutely nice weather and awesome experience. We had nearly an hour on Coromandel Peak and a very delicious gourmet picnic. Was that really made by Chris himself?^_^ Thanks Chris again... More

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Tucson, Arizona
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 6, 2013

We had the most wonderful experience with Simon, our pilot, flying with Wanaka Helicopopters. We chose the Glacier overview, and were fortunate to be able to land on Mount Isobel. Wow. We were able to walk around, eat glacier ice and make a snow angel. The pristine views, the inflight New Zealand information on where we were. It was just... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 17, 2013

we used wanaka helicopter for our wedding shot and we had an amazing time. There was no wind up the coromandel peak and we had a clear fantastic panoramic views.We had a great time and both our pilot and Charlotte in the office were amazing, they took great care of us and the flight up there was magical with fantastic... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 24, 2013

Amazing time!! awesome service, really nice people!! would love to come back and do it again!! Thank you to every one at Wanaka Helicopters

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