BORN OF A PASSIONATE DESIRE

QUEENSTOWN, MILFORD SOUND, FIORDLAND, GLACIERS, LAKES, BACK COUNTRY FISHING, EXTREME GOLF

Over The Top’s adventure began in 1986 when Louisa (Choppy) Patterson realised her dream to showcase the secret parts of New Zealand to visitors who desired an experience not normally accessible. To soar amongst mountains, comb a deserted beach, sip pure water from a suspended alpine lake, land on a pristine glacier, meander through a rainforest and enjoy a picnic in a habitat seldom frequented by man.

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EXPERIENCES

Our scenic adventures are only limited by your imagination so if you’re seeking something taylor-made, we can deliver a New Zealand helicopter experience of a lifetime

Destinations

Our selection of relaxed and interpretive experiences distil the essence of New Zealand’s most dramatic scenery whilst immersing you in the natural history of the area

Bespoke Experiences

Tell us what your travel style is and we'll create your Bespoke Experience giving you the "best of the best"

AUTHENTIC KIWI EXPERIENCES

Our unique experiences offer you the chance to meet genuine Kiwi characters from all walks of life that can open your eyes to new adventures that they get to live out every day.

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Pavlova on a peak - helicopter experiences
IconicUnder 2 Hours
Pavlova on a Peak
Allow 45 Minutes

An affordable iconic Kiwi experience.

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milford sound and glaciers - helicopter experience
Under 2 HoursWinterSummer
Milford Sound & Glaciers
1.5 Hours

Fly through the Grandeur of the Alps, over rainforests, frozen lakes, glaciers and majestic Milford to enjoy an alpine landing.

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Milford Ultimate Package - helicopter experience
Half DayWinterSummer
Milford Ultimate
4 Hours

As the name suggests this is our ultimate experience, unhurried & private. Distilling the essence of the regions dramatic scenery.

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Over the top golf - - helicopter experience
GolfUnder 2 HoursSummer
Over The Top Golf
1.5 Hours

Consider this the ’19th hole’ – we offer options to lift off from local golf courses after you’ve played a full game.

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Fiordland highlights - helicopter experience
Half DayWinterSummer
Fiordland Highlights
2-2.5 hours

Showcasing the great diversity of the National Park. One minute you'll be on the rugged west coast the next an alpine setting.

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Top of the wine - helicopter experience
Half DayWine ExperiencesWinterSummer
Top of the Wine
3-3.5 hours

Discover the famous Otago wines by helicopter.

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Alpine Snow Landing
Under 2 HoursWinterSummer
Alpine Snow Landing
Allow 45 minutes

A remote Alpine Snow Landing with the helicopter shut down allowing you to hear the sound of silence.

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Picnic on a Peak
Half DaySummer
Picnic on a Peak
Duration to Suit

What better way to enjoy the remarkable views of Lake Wakatipu and the Southern Alps than enjoying a champagne picnic.

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Wine Helicopter Tours - helicopter experience
Half DayWine ExperiencesWinterSummer
Wine by Invitation
4.5-5 hours

Take a local Winemaker with you as you discover the famous Otago wines by helicopter.

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Remarkable Discovery - helicopter experience
Under 2 HoursWinterSummer
Remarkable Discovery
Allow 30 Minutes

Land on the top of the mountain range, take in the views and snap a remarkable photograph, one mile high.

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Queenstown Memories - helicopter experience
Under 2 HoursWinterSummer
Queenstown Memories
40 Minutes

An extension of our Remarkables flight including birds eye views of Queenstown, Skippers canyon and the Shotover river.

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Fiordland Explorer - helicopter experience
Full DayWinterSummer
Fiordland Explorer
Allow 6 hours

Want more from the Fiordland National Park? Why not choose the explorer of Multiple Fiords.

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Milford Sound Heli Cruise - helicopter experience
Half DayWinterSummer
Milford Sound Heli Cruise
4 Hours

Discover Milford Sound in two ways, soaring above the grand waterfalls and rainforests by air, then from the deck of a cruise boat.

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West Coast Clacier Explorer - Helicopter Experience
Full DayWinterSummer
West Coast Glacier Explorer
Allow most of the day

View stunning Fox and Franz Joseph glaciers from Queenstown.

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Otago Peninsula - Helicopter Experience
Full DayWinterSummer
Otago Peninsula
Allow most of the day

Visit the Otago Peninsula to view the beautiful penguins in their natural habitat.

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Stewart Island - Helicopter Experience
Full DayWinterSummer
Stewart Island
Allow most of the day

A flight to beautiful Stewart Island with optional activities such as - hiking, kayaking, bird watching and more.

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Guided Heli Fishing - Helicopter Experience
Full DayFishingSummer
Guided Heli Fishing
Duration to Suit

Full day guided heli fishing. Your helicopter will drop you and your guide off in morning and collect you in the afternoon.

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Ski Field Transfers - Helicopter Experience
Winter Fun!Winter
Ski Field Transfers
To Suit

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Exploration Fly Fishing Ultimate - Helicopter Experience
Full DayFishingSummer
Exploration Fly Fishing Ultimate
Duration to Suit

Helicopter at your disposal fish multiple rivers in one day.

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Dog Sledding - Helicopter Experience
Winter Fun!Half DayWinter
Dog Sledding
Allow 2 hours

Ride your own Dog Sledding team with helicopter return transfer - A fun family experience.

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Private Heli Skiing - Helicopter Experience
Winter Fun!Half DayFull DayWinter
Private Heli Skiing
Duration to Suit

Enjoy a private heli-ski day. Number of runs dependent on ability, fitness and conditions.

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Queenstown

Queenstown

Renowned for adventure sports, and a base for exploring the region’s vineyards

On the shores of Lake Wakatipu , Queenstown enjoys four distinct seasons with summer being December to February and winter June, July and August.

Close by the city is an abundance of hidden secrets, rich in history from the early Maori and the gold rush eras to the glaciers and life on the High Country. Enjoy private helicopter access to local conservation areas, alpine lakes, mountains and glaciers. Deliver the paper to a high country farmer, drop in on the wineries or visit a local character at a gold miner’s cottage.

Choose an exclusive helicopter of your choice, or share in the experience with others (SWO). Select an adventure from our favourites or ask us to tailor-make a tour for you.

On the shores of Lake Wakatipu , Queenstown enjoys four distinct seasons with summer being December to February and winter June, July and August. Close by the city is an abundance of hidden secrets, rich in history from the early Maori and the...

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Milford Sound

Milford Sound

Majestic Milford Sound

The fiord is home to fur seal colonies, penguins and dolphins

New Zealand’s climate is dominated by two main geographical features, the mountains and the sea. From the west, the saturated weather pattern off the Tasman Sea rises up to cross the massive Southern Alps and dumps all its moisture in Fiordland.

This huge rainfall gives this region its unique character – rain forest, lakes, rivers, and waterfalls. Fiords carved by the glaciers dominate the scenery until reaching the wild and windswept west coast. The versatility of the helicopter is admirably suited to this diverse terrain, ensuring enhanced visibility and greater safety in this incredible landscape.

New Zealand’s climate is dominated by two main geographical features, the mountains and the sea. From the west, the saturated weather pattern off the Tasman Sea rises up to cross the massive Southern Alps and dumps all its moisture in...

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Fiordland

Fiordland

Dusky & Doubtful Sounds

Experience the Over The Top delight in exploring this inaccessible area

Native forest, glacial-hewn valleys, towering mountains and majestic and primeval scenery have afforded this area World Heritage status. Ancient animals and plants of Gondwanaland still exist here.

Experience the Over The Top delight in exploring this inaccessible area. As with all Over The Top experiences our trips are leisurely – your time is our time. Numbers strictly limited to this untouched world – Fiordland.

Native forest, glacial-hewn valleys, towering mountains and majestic and primeval scenery have afforded this area World Heritage status. Ancient animals and plants of Gondwanaland still exist here. Experience the Over The Top delight in...

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Queenstown

Safety is Paramount

Over The Top is the only Queenstown company to have consistently been awarded the International Helicopter Operator Safety Award. In addition to international recognition, the NZHA (New Zealand Helicopter Association) has recently awarded Over The Top for its long-standing safety record.

Our Safety Measures

Some Of Our Testimonials

Had originally booked a plane flight and cruise to Milford Sound with another company but that was cancelled due to the weather. Walked around Queenstown Airport and discovered this company who had space for a 10.30 heli-flight and cruise. First...

Stevie T

Awesome experience

The most amazing adventure and a lifetime experience we will never forget. The most exhilarating breath taking views and to land and walk on the glacier was very special. Michael our pilot was amazing and professional and made me very comfortable on...

Jane A

Blown Away

We had a fantastic trip with Dan over the Alps, into Milford sound, landed on a glacier, and then home to Queenstown. I have wanted to do this trip for at least 25 years, but it has just never happened, till now. so exciting, and well worth the...

Alison H

Another great experience off the Bucket List

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Contact

Blue Hangar, 10 Tex Smith Lane, Queenstown Airport, New Zealand.
Free Phone: 0800 123 359
Phone: +64 3 442 2233

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