Queenstown

A Year-Round Paradise nestled on the shores of the crystal-clear Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown is a jewel in New Zealand's crown. Renowned for its adrenaline-pumping adventures and breathtaking scenery throughout the year, scenic flights from this alpine town are your gateway to a world of natural wonders, rich history, and world-class vineyards – all best explored from the air.

With our home base at Queenstown airport and over 40 years of flying experience, our Over The Top Helicopters team knows Queenstown like the back of our hand. We're the experts on this region's most beautiful spots and fascinating experiences, and can open exclusive doors that no other Queenstown helicopter line can.

What Is The Best Season To Visit Queenstown?

Queenstown's beauty transforms with each passing season, creating a kaleidoscope of changing landscapes visible from our scenic flights. The best season to visit Queenstown depends on your interests and the activities you'd like to enjoy while you're here. (If you're visiting New Zealand from the Northern Hemisphere, don't forget you'll be heading into the opposite season!)

Summer (December to February): Bask in long, sun-drenched days as you glide over lush green landscapes and sparkling blue waters. Summer in Queenstown is the perfect time for helicopter picnics and heli fly fishing.

Autumn (March to May): Witness a painter's palette come to life as the surrounding hills burst into a riot of reds, oranges, and golds. The changing colors of the Central Otago vineyards make this a gorgeous time for heli wine tours, with the autumn landscape even prettier from the birds-eye view of a scenic helicopter flight.

Winter (June to August): Soar above Queenstown's snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes in a winter fairytale. With the Remarkables and Southern Alps clad in sparkling white, winter offers the most dramatic scenery for alpine snow landings and glacier landings.

Spring (September to November): Watch as New Zealand shakes off its winter slumber, with wildflowers carpeting the valleys and newborn lambs dotting the verdant hillsides. This is a fabulous time to do just about anything, from scenic flights to high country BBQs or adventures to Stewart Island.

Queenstown's Cultural Tapestry and Hidden Gems

Queenstown is famous for more than its natural beauty and adrenaline-fuelled activities. A helicopter scenic flight or experience tour unveils the region's rich cultural heritage and hidden treasures:

Maori Legends: Take scenic flights over ancient Maori sites and hear the stories that have shaped this land for centuries.

Gold Rush History: Hover over historic mining towns and imagine the bustling scenes of the 1860s gold rush.

High Country Secrets: Land at a remote high country station to experience authentic Kiwi hospitality, or discover the South Island's best fly fishing rivers with a helicopter and experienced guide at your disposal.

Exclusive Winery Experiences: Take a heli tour of boutique Otago vineyards for private tastings of world-class Pinot Noir and other cool-climate varieties.

The Ultimate Queenstown Scenic Flights

Why choose a helicopter tour for your Queenstown adventure?

Unparalleled Views: You'll never forget soaring above the Southern Alps, watching the South Island unfold beneath you and capturing panoramas impossible to see from the ground.

Exclusive Access: Our Queenstown helicopter scenic flights visit remote glaciers, alpine lakes, and mountain peaks and areas of Milford Sound inaccessible by other means.

Tailored Adventures: From high country lunches to wedding photography high in the alps, you can contact us to craft your bespoke helicopter tour in Queenstown.

Flexibility: Choose a private flight or share the experience with others, with the option to customize your itinerary.

Whether you're seeking adventure, celebrating romance, ticking an epic experience off your travel bucket-list, or simply after a new perspective on this stunning corner of the world, a Queenstown scenic flight opens the door to New Zealand's most memorable landscapes.

Book your incredible Queenstown helicopter tour today and make your travel dreams a reality!