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Experience the enchanting beauty of Wānaka with our Lavender Farm tour. Start with a scenic helicopter flight over Lake Wānaka and the surrounding mountains. Upon arrival, wander through vibrant lavender fields. Relax in charming picnic spots and soak in the serene atmosphere. This unique adventure combines the thrill of flight with the tranquility of nature, offering an unforgettable escape.
Perfect for nature lovers, photography enthusiasts, and those seeking relaxation. See the variation of offers below.
Enjoy an unforgettable helicopter adventure, starting with a scenic flight to Wānaka Lavender Farm.
Explore 15 acres of fragrant lavender fields, meet friendly farm animals like alpacas and sheep, and play fun lawn games. Experience vibrant colours of summer in the garden, visit the farm shop for handmade lavender products or unwind with a cup of lavender tea.
The fun won’t stop here, your helicopter will take you to a stunning remote location. Soak in the alpine serenity before your scenic flight home, making this a perfect day of nature, luxury, and relaxation.
From $6,145 per helicopter (seats up to 6)
Duration: Allow 2 hours
Enjoy an unforgettable helicopter adventure, starting with a scenic flight to Wānaka Lavender Farm.
Explore 15 acres of fragrant lavender fields, meet friendly farm animals like alpacas and sheep, and play fun lawn games. Experience vibrant colours of summer in the garden, visit the farm shop for handmade lavender products or unwind with a cup of lavender tea.
The fun won’t stop here, your helicopter will take you to the stunning Buchanans Peaks for a one-hour picnic with panoramic mountain views over Lake Wānaka. Enjoy an artisan spread of gourmet local treats and refreshments. Soak in the alpine serenity before your scenic flight home, making this a perfect day of nature, luxury, and relaxation.
From $7,000 per helicopter (seats up to 6)
Duration: Allow 3.5 hours
Embark on a breathtaking helicopter adventure, beginning with a flight to the serene Wānaka Lavender Farm. Wander through 15 acres of vibrant lavender, meet friendly animals, bright gardens, mini-game adventures and a tranquil summer breeze.
Don’t miss the farm shop, where you can discover handmade lavender products or savour a lavender-infused refreshment – did we mention there is ice cream!
Next, your helicopter will take you to the iconic Coromandel Peak, offering panoramic views over Lake Wānaka and the Southern Alps. Here, enjoy a one-hour artisan picnic, featuring local gourmet delicacies and drinks, while soaking in the peaceful alpine surroundings. Finish your journey with a scenic flight home, the perfect close to a day of beauty and indulgence.
From $7,380 per helicopter (seats up to 6)
Duration: Allow 4 hours
Allow 2-4 hours
1 Wānaka Lavender Farm + alpine (upgrades available)
Mountains
Queenstown from above
This experience is only available as a private charter. We have private charter rates available for our Squirrel helicopters, our twin-engine Squirrels and our 9-seater BK.
Find out more about our fleet.
Heli Lavender Farm Express
Squirrel (up to 6 passengers):$6,145 per helicopter
Airbus H130 (up to 6 passengers):$7,445 per helicopter
BK (up to 9 passengers depending):$9,695 per helicopter
Heli Lavender Farm Explorer
Squirrel (up to 6 passengers):$7,000 per helicopter
Airbus H130 (up to 6 passengers):$8,335 per helicopter
BK (up to 9 passengers depending):$10,735 per helicopter
Heli Lavender Farm Ultimate
Squirrel (up to 6 passengers):$7,380 per helicopter
Airbus H130 (up to 6 passengers):$8,795 per helicopter
BK (up to 9 passengers depending):$11,025 per helicopter
Prices are valid from 1 April 2026 - 30 September 2027.
We offer complimentary return transport from downtown Queenstown. Please make sure to book this in addition to your flight experience. If you are self-driving, we are based in Frankton and we have plenty of parking available.
Bookings
• We recommend booking in advance via email.
• For the purpose of aircraft weight and balance and in accordance with the Civil Aviation Authority rules and regulations, we require all passenger weights at the time of booking. Once we have received and reviewed this information we will be able to confirm the booking.
• Our booking system will ask for your credit card details, which are securely stored to confirm your booking, however we will not charge your card until the day of your booking.
• Please note a surcharge will be incurred for credit and contactless payments.
Your flight
• You will need to contact us one and a half hours prior to your departure time for a weather check.
• Minimum passenger numbers are required for all scenic flights. We reserve the right to upgrade passengers or merge flights for operational reasons or flight management purposes if required.
• Flights depart on demand and are subject to availability.
• Flights depart from our Heliworks Queenstown base in Frankton.
• Advertised times away, flight and landing times are approximate and can be subject to weather conditions. On occasion, flight paths and landing locations may change at the pilot’s discretion.
Pricing
• Our prices change annually from 1 October. Please select your preferred date of travel on our booking system or view the pricing section to view pricing schedules.
• Prices are in NZ currency and include Goods and Services Tax.
• We reserve the right to change prices at any time without further notice. However, if we have confirmed an advance booking the quoted price will not be altered.
Payments
• We accept EFTPOS, Visa, Mastercard and cash. Please note a surcharge will be incurred for credit and contactless payments.
Cancellations
• Any cancellations made within 24 hours of departure will incur a 50% cancellation fee. If passengers ‘no-show’ for a flight, 100% of the fare will apply. If we cannot operate due to weather and as a result, passengers are unable to fly, no cancellation fees will apply.
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