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    Alpine Helicopters

    30 Reviews
    #33 of 60 Tours in Wanaka
    Helicopter Tours, Tours
    10 Lloyd Dunn Avenue | Wanaka Airport, Wanaka 9382, New Zealand
    +64 3-443 4000
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    “Dusky Sound Experience”

    We chartered a sightseeing/fishing trip to Fiordland National Park through Alpine Helicopters. It... read more

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Scott P
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    Wichita, Kansas, United States
    “Spectacular!”

    As a nervous flyer, I was quickly put at ease with the smooth take off. The views from the... read more

    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Bruce M
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    Established in 1972 Alpine Helicopters has an unparalleled knowledge of the area with a high regard for passenger safety. We specialize in scenic helicopter flights, commerical and private charters, from heli fishing in the summer to heli skiing in the winter, the options for adventure are unlimited. Our tours offer an amazing aerial introduction to the breathtaking Southern Alps, and the World Heritage listed Mount Aspiring and Fiordland National Parks. Alpine Helicopters are leaders in personalised adventure.

    About Alpine Helicopters

    Established in 1972 Alpine Helicopters has an unparalleled knowledge of the area with a high regard for passenger safety. We specialize in scenic helicopter flights, commerical and private charters, from heli fishing in the summer to heli skiing in the winter, the options for adventure are unlimited. Our tours offer an amazing aerial introduction to the breathtaking Southern Alps, and the World Heritage listed Mount Aspiring and Fiordland National Parks. Alpine Helicopters are leaders in personalised adventure.
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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Dusky Sound Experience

    We chartered a sightseeing/fishing trip to Fiordland National Park through Alpine Helicopters. It was an amazing flight westward through the southern alps to land on a private barge in Dusky Sound. From there on a jet boat to fish for blue cod, sightsee, and amazingly...More

    Thank Scott P
    alpine h, Director of Sales at Alpine Helicopters, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

    Hi Scott. Thank you for taking the time to write about your trip to Dusky Sound with Alpine Helicopters. We're really happy to hear you had a great time. It's a real pleasure to be able to show people an authentic Fiordland experience. Have a...More

    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Spectacular!

    As a nervous flyer, I was quickly put at ease with the smooth take off. The views from the helicopter were stunning and would highly recommend this even for a short tour around the lakes and mountains .

    Thank Bruce M
    alpine h, Director of Sales at Alpine Helicopters, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

    Hi Bruce. Thanks for reviewing your trip with Alpine Helicopters. It's great to hear you had a good experience and enjoyed the air time! Wishing you a happy New Year from the team at Alpine Helicopters.

    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Wheelchair accessible helicopter over the Southern Alps

    As a wheelchair user I’m used to staying back when family and friends go on excursions while traveling. That wasn’t the case this time. Alpine Helicopters have a fork lift with a seat on the fork so they easily lifted me into the seat of...More

    Thank Shauna M
    alpine h, Group Sales and Marketing Manager at Alpine Helicopters, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

    Hi Shauna. We're very glad to hear that you enjoyed your flight with us yesterday. It's a pleasure to be able to show people the natural beauty of our region, so thank you for such a glowing review. Making our products accessible in this way...More

    Reviewed 22 November 2017 via mobile
    Amazing view

    It was short but the view was breath taking ! Mostly with the light of an early morning ! And the pilot was very nice !

    Thank nadège M
    alpine h, Front Office Manager at Alpine Helicopters, responded to this reviewResponded 23 November 2017

    Hi Nadege, Thanks so much for taking the time to review your Southern Lakes Highlights scenic flight with us - the weather was just stunning! Enjoy the rest of your holiday! Emma

    Reviewed 10 November 2017 via mobile
    Incredible experience

    Took a flight with my wife up across Mount Aspiring. The experience was incredible with some amazing views both in the air and from the two landings we did. Nick our pilot was superb from start to finish and really put us both at ease....More

    Thank stevenock87
    alpine h, Front Office Manager at Alpine Helicopters, responded to this reviewResponded 12 November 2017

    Hi Steve and Danann, We're so pleased to hear of your incredible experience with Nick across Mount Aspiring. Conditions were perfect! Thank you for your recommendation and for taking the time to review your flight. Enjoy the rest of your time in NZ! Emma

    Reviewed 25 August 2017
    Epic!

    Had a blast! Guy was my pilot for the Milford Sound trip, and he was very knowledgeable and friendly. He even threw in a few jokes for free ;) I was always confident in his ability as a pilot, he was very experienced. We did...More

    Thank Lizz H
    alpine h, Front Office Manager at Alpine Helicopters, responded to this reviewResponded 26 August 2017

    Hi Lizz, Thank you so much for taking the time to review your flight with us! It sounds like Guy showed you a tremendous time during our Milford Sound Experience scenic flight. We're thrilled to hear of how much you enjoyed our remote piece of...More

    Reviewed 23 August 2017 via mobile
    The best experience

    Even though it seems a lot, and it is a lot but this was by far the best money spent on an event here in NZ. Pictures and videos are nice, but experiencing it with the perfect crew is another level of AWESOME. Thank you...More

    Thank Ralph Q
    alpine h, Front Office Manager at Alpine Helicopters, responded to this reviewResponded 26 August 2017

    Hi Ralph, Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review. We're thrilled you enjoyed your flight with us, and we couldn't have said it better ourselves! Safe travels. Emma

    Reviewed 3 August 2017
    Heli skiing with Guy!

    What a guy! Legendary day out with Alpine Helis transporting us all over the Minaret station heli boarding. The flying was the smoothest iv ever done and the pilot was great The views are spectacular over wanaka! A must do!

    Thank ByronHope
    alpine h, Front Office Manager at Alpine Helicopters, responded to this reviewResponded 5 August 2017

    Hi Byron, Thanks so much for taking the time to review your flight with us - we're so pleased to hear you had a 'Legendary day out' heli-boarding at Minaret Station with your pilot Guy! Enjoy the rest of the season!

    Reviewed 2 August 2017 via mobile
    Heli ski day

    Guy the pilot was a total legend with superb skills handling that machine. He gave us a great day heli skiing.

    Thank Ewan M
    alpine h, Front Office Manager at Alpine Helicopters, responded to this reviewResponded 4 August 2017

    Hi Ewan, Thank you so much for taking the time to review your Heli-ski flight with us - sounds like you had an incredible day out with Guy! Enjoy the rest of the season!

    Reviewed 18 June 2017 via mobile
    Awesome experience

    The day was stunning when we took this helicopter flight from Wanaka to Milford Sound. The mountains, rivers & lake scenery is second to none. We landed at Milford Sound and took a short rain forest walk before heading back to Wanaka around 4pm. We...More

    Thank GRL1951
    alpine h, Front Office Manager at Alpine Helicopters, responded to this reviewResponded 20 June 2017

    Hi Gary & Anne, We're so thrilled that your flight to Milford Sound was so enjoyable - it's a very special journey, that's for sure! We really appreciate you taking the time to review your flight, so thank you. Take care! Emma

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