Private Charters

Private Charters

Private Helicopter Charters Queenstown 

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.

Heliworks Queenstown offers fully bespoke private helicopter charters — experiences designed around your group, your interests, and the kind of adventure that leaves a lasting impression. From intimate scenic flights over The Remarkables and Lake Whakatipu to full-day expeditions deep into Fiordland National Park, every charter is as unique as the people aboard.

What Makes a Private Charter Different?

On a private helicopter charter with Heliworks Queenstown, the helicopter is yours entirely. There are no strangers in the cabin with you, no shared schedules, and no rushing through the best moments to meet another group’s timeline. You depart when it suits you, fly where you want to go, and spend as long as you like at each landing site.

It’s a fundamentally different kind of experience — more personal, more flexible, and infinitely more memorable. Whether you’re planning a romantic surprise, a family adventure, a corporate incentive, or simply the most spectacular morning of your Queenstown visit, a private charter puts you completely in control.

A Fleet Built for Comfort and Performance

Heliworks operates a premium fleet of twin-engine helicopters — including the spacious BK117 nine-seater — chosen for their safety record, passenger comfort, and ability to perform in the demanding alpine conditions of the Southern Alps. Every aircraft offers wide windows and unobstructed sightlines, ensuring every passenger gets the view they came for.

All Heliworks pilots are highly experienced in South Island mountain flying and carry a deep knowledge of the region’s landscapes, weather patterns, and landing sites. They are a passionate and often humorous crew, full of information and local stories. You’re in excellent hands from the moment you arrive at the hangar.

The Only Operator with Exclusive Earnslaw Burn Landing Rights

If you’re researching private helicopter charters in Queenstown, there is one experience that sets Heliworks apart from every other operator: exclusive landing rights at the Earnslaw Burn. This hidden waterfall valley, deep in the Humboldt Mountains above Glenorchy, is accessible only through Heliworks or its sister company Heli Glenorchy. It cannot be booked anywhere else.

For guests seeking a genuinely exclusive private helicopter charter in Queenstown, the Earnslaw Burn is the benchmark. It is remote, breathtaking, and entirely yours when you arrive. Choose to combine the Earnslaw Burn with a landing into Milford Sound, or choose it as one of several landing spots on a private journey of exploration into Fiordland and the Southern Alps.

Book Your Private Charter

Heliworks Queenstown’s private charters are available year-round and are priced per aircraft rather than per person, making them excellent value for couples, families, and small groups. Whether you have a specific adventure in mind or simply know you want something extraordinary, the Heliworks team is ready to help you design it. Enquire directly with the team today.

This is not just a helicopter flight. This is your front-row seat to the extraordinary.