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Heli Adventures Nelson-Marlborough

Blue Lake Express

THE CLEAREST LAKE IN THE WORLD.  “Rotomairewhenua” – Blue Lake is a small lake located in Nelson Lakes National Park, in the northern reaches of New Zealand’s Southern Alps. Sacred to local M?ori, it has the clearest natural fresh water in the world. This flight takes us south into the Nelson Lakes where we enjoy spectacular views of Lake Rotoiti, Lake Rotoroa and Blue Lake, before a mountain landing on the National Park boundary.

Please note that Blue Lake is a protected wilderness area which we are only permitted to overfly. This location is a two day journey on foot.

Departs morning & afternoon | Duration 2 hours, 1 landings, flight time 1 hour

D'Urville Island Indulgence

Discovered by French explorer Jules Dumont D’Urville, the island is located off the northern coast of the South Island with an area of approximately 150 square km, making it the eighth-largest island of New Zealand. Departing Nelson or Blenheim we follow Tasman Bay’s eastern coast line before arriving on D’Urville Island for a spot of helicopter reef fishing.

Once we have a decent catch we hop across to a sheltered bay to prepare your freshly caught fish alongside fresh local produce for a private dining experience like no other. With a glass of fine local wine or a cold craft beer in hand, relax and enjoy the pristine beaches and native bush, you can even take a swim! Our flight home tracks via the Mt Richmond Forest Park with a mountain landing. If you love fresh food and fine wines this is the exclusive tour for you!

Departs 10am | Duration 5 hours, 3 landings, flight time 2 hours

Ultimate Marlborough Sounds Day Tour

Track into the Mt Richmond Forest Park overflying the Pelorus River and Richmond Range.  From the Pelorus Bridge we fly over the Queen Charlotte Sound including Picton and the many bays out to the Tory Channel.  At the Tory Channel we will land at Arapawa Island.

Here we will visit two amazing attractions. Firstly we will meet Mike and Antonia at the Arapawa Island Pearl Farm. This is the only known Paua Pearl farm in the world and they will give us a tour of just what they do.  After the tour and a home made morning tea we will hop across to the neighbouring bay and visit the remains of the Perano Whaling Station and learn about its history. From the whaling station we track back into the Queen Charlotte to quickly view Ship Cove where Captain Cook first landing when discovering New Zealand in 1770. 

Lunch at Bay of Many Coves Resort where we will dine on the water front and relax for a couple of hours.  After lunch we will fly further west over the Pelorus Sound and explore the amazing waterways and then the Eastern Side of Tasman Bay.

Departs mid morning and returns mid afternoon.  Multiple landings.

The Wild North West

Tracking west into the heart of the Kahurangi, our first stop lands at a remote alpine location where we can enjoy the overwhelming surrounds of New Zealand’s second largest National Park. From the mountains we descend further west to Westhaven Inlet and track the rugged and remotely beautiful wild North West coastline for a landing on the beach, where we can explore sand dunes and eroded rock formations. Here we will sit back, relax and enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch and glass of local wine. After lunch we lift off to explore Farewell Spit and Golden Bay before our final landing at Awaroa Bay in the Abel Tasman National Park. A short bush walk through aged Manuka forest takes us up close to the pristine waters and golden sand beaches that make the Abel Tasman world famous.

Departs morning & afternoon | Duration 5 hours, 3 landings, flight time 2 hours

Option:  Cape Farewell Horse Treks (add 2 hours)

If you are looking for more of a hands-on adventure, why not add a spectacular horse trekking experience that takes you climbing above the beach and crossing over the lush green hills of the Puponga Farm Park. A great opportunity to explore one of our most beautiful coastal landscapes on horseback.

Lord of the Rings Helicopter Tours

Heli Biking Adventures

Heli Fishing Adventures

Lodge Transfers

Additional Information

Dietary requirements must be advised prior to trip.

Suitable footwear and warm clothing required. We can provide warm jackets if required.