Get a bird's eye view over this incredible part of the world. A scenic flight in Fiordland will be an unforgettable experience. View inaccessible, dense, rainforest covered mountains, with glacier carved valleys dropping away to form breathtaking fiords.
Whether it's by a fixed wing aircraft, helicopter, or in the only floatplane based in Te Anau, the thrill of soaring amongst Fiordland's mountain peaks is an experience that will never be forgotten.
Southern Lakes Helicopters
Southern Lakes Helicopters is a family-owned business based in Te Anau and Aoraki/Mt Cook. Directors Sir Richard and Lady Carol Hayes have always focused on achieving the highest safety standards to ensure all our client’s needs and expectations are met and exceeded.
Sir Richard is a well-known and respected pilot with 40 years of flying experience. He operates with skill and professionalism and is heavily involved in Search and Rescue operations. His skill and experience have been recognised nationally by being awarded the MNZM and was promoted to Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to search and rescue in the community.
Click here to find out more about Southern Lakes Helicopters and use promo code "DistinctionHotels" to unlock a 10% discount on all standard scenic flights OR contact our Distinction Te Anau team to make a booking during your stay.
Te Anau Helicopter Services
Te Anau Helicopter Services is locally owned and operated by Gaven and Jennie Burgess. They have lived and worked in Te Anau and Fiordland for the last 10 years. Flying throughout the Fiordland and Southland region they can provide all your helicopter scenic, hunting, fishing and charter needs. Te Anau Helicopter Services pride themselves on delivering an efficient and superior service to all their clients.
Click here to find out more about Te Anau Helicopter Services OR contact our Distinction Te Anau team for more information and to make a booking during your stay.
Fiordland Helicopters
Fiordland Helicopters was formed in the mid 1980′s by Kim Hollows – a pioneer and highly skilled long-time operator in the venison (deer) recovery industry. Based in Te Anau, at the doorstep of the breath-taking and unique Fiordland, Fiordland Helicopters offers an extensive range of professional helicopter services, from long line lifting operations and scenic flights through to tailored hunting and fishing safaris.
Fiordland Helicopters is a New Zealand Civil Aviation approved air transport operator and a member of the Aviation Industry Association of New Zealand. It is one of a limited number of operators with landing permits and concessions to operate within the conservation areas of Fiordland, Southland, Otago and the West Coast.
Click here to find out more about Fiordland Helicopters OR contact our Distinction Te Anau team for more information and to make a booking during your stay.
Other Te Anau scenic flight operators include...
- Air Fiordland
- Wings and Water Te Anau
Contact our experienced team at Distinction Te Anau Hotel & Villas, who can arrange scenic flights for you and your family.