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Heliworks Queenstown Helicopters

Elevated Experiences with Heliworks Queenstown

Elevate your Queenstown adventure with Heliworks, flying deep into iconic landscapes from the towering waterfalls of Earnslaw Burn to the dramatic beauty of Milford Sound. Touch down on remote alpine peaks, enjoy curated wine experiences, and discover the South Island from a perspective few ever see.

Private Charters

Fiordland’s Finest Ultimate

Fiordland’s Finest Ultimate

  3.75 hour experience
  4 Scenic landings
  From: $16,995 per charter

Imagine a day wrapped in elegance, soaring over breathtaking landscapes that feel like they’re made just for you. Experience the ultimate adventure where every stunning view and luxurious moment is yours to savour.

Paradise Picnic

Paradise Picnic

  1.5 hour experience
  1 Scenic landing
  From: $2,695 per charter

Discover paradise on the ultimate picnic. Let us share with you one of our favourite local nooks, nestled among the stunning Queenstown mountains.

Doubtful Sound Discovery

Doubtful Sound Discovery

  2.75 hour experience
  2 Scenic landings
  From: $11,575 per charter

If you want something a bit different, something remote but with all the beauty Fiordland has to offer, then this is the trip for you. Doubtful Sound has all the drama of the fjords, without the crowds.

Doubtful & Milford Sounds

Doubtful & Milford Sounds

  3.5 hour experience
  4 Scenic landings
  From: $15,015 per charter

See Fiordland in all its beauty. Includes Milford and Doubtful Sound, the hidden valley of Campbell’s Kingdom, Lake Quill and our exclusive spot, the Earnslaw Burn.

Wet Jacket Wine Experience

Wet Jacket Wine Experience

  Full day charter
  4 Scenic landings
  From: $20,120 per charter

Experience Fiordland like never before with a private helicopter tour from Queenstown, featuring two landings within the Wet Jacket Arm. Enjoy breathtaking alpine views, artisan picnic lunches, and an immersive adventure that blends luxury and heritage.

Heli Wine Express

Heli Wine Express

  1.5 hour experience
  2 Scenic landings
  From: $2,595 per charter

Scenery, choppers, and wine – this tour has it all. Take in the rustic beauty of the famous Central Otago wine region from the air, and then taste your way through a boutique vineyard.

Heli Gold Express

Heli Gold Express

  From 2.5 hours
  Skippers Canyon
  From: POA

Discover your own history. Heli gold mining in Central Otago, New Zealand, uses helicopters to access remote, gold-rich areas. A full day of adventure for you and the family.

Heli Lavender Farm

Heli Lavender Farm

  Allow 2-4 hours
  2 landings (locations vary)
  From: $6,145 per charter

Experience the beauty of Wānaka with our Heli Lavender Farm tour, featuring a scenic helicopter flight over Lake Wānaka followed by a stroll through vibrant lavender fields. Perfect for nature lovers and those seeking relaxation.

Heli Fishing

Heli Fishing

  Half & Full Day Available
  Locations vary
  From: POA

Escape into the untouched wilderness of New Zealand’s South Island with a private heli fishing experience. Designed for travellers seeking something truly extraordinary. These exclusive adventures take you far beyond the ordinary.

Heli Hunting

Heli Hunting

  Half & Full Day Available
  Locations vary
  From: POA

Experience an unforgettable heli-assisted hunting adventure from Queenstown, offering access to New Zealand’s most remote and untouched wilderness.

Private Charters

Tailored Travel, Elevated

Redefine what it means to travel with a private charter flight from Heliworks Queenstown. Our premium fleet includes the spacious 9-seater BK117 and sleek twin-engine aircraft — purpose-built for both comfort and performance. Step aboard and take in uninterrupted, cinematic views of Queenstown, Glenorchy and beyond, from the best seat in the sky.

Enjoy the freedom to create your own itinerary, with access to exclusive alpine landing locations that few ever get to experience. Land beneath the towering waterfalls of the Earnslaw Burn, surrounded by ancient beech forest and glacial ice. Or soar across Fiordland National Park and touch down in the heart of the majestic Milford Sound.  Here you will experience where sheer cliffs and plunging waterfalls meet in one of Aotearoa’s most iconic landscapes.

Whether you’re after a short scenic loop over The Remarkables, a half-day escape to a high-country station, or a tailored full-day itinerary that includes heli-hiking, wine tasting or a luxury lodge stop — we’ll help you make it happen. Our experienced pilots and local team are here to take care of every detail.

This is not just a flight. This is the most unforgettable way to explore New Zealand’s wild beauty — privately, personally, and in serious style.