Lord of the Rings and Glacier Helicopter Tour | La Vacanza Travel

Lord of the Rings and Glacier Helicopter Tour

Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Destination: New Zealand, Otago, Queenstown
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  • 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Queenstown
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

See the land where The Lord of the Rings trilogy were filmed. After a complimentary hotel pickup, you will arrive and meet your helicopter pilot, who was the actual film pilot for the movies. You will fly along the Shotover River, over the mountain range from the opening scene of The Two Towers on the way to landing on a glacier alongside the Misty Mountains and get a sense of what it might be like to cross The Redhorn Pass. You will head across to Glenorchy via the Dart Valley and Mt Earnslaw to see the natural features you may better recognize as Isengard, Amon Hen and Lothlorien. This 70 min excursion will conclude with a drive back to your hotel in Queensland. 

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Mount Aspiring National Park, Ballantyne Rd, Wanaka New Zealand

Fly into Mt Aspiring National park.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Landing and facility fees
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • 70 minutes of flight time
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers must advise of weight at the time of booking
  • Infants will be charged at the child rate (0-3 years old sit on adults lap)
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability

Departure Point

Departure Point

35 Lucas Place, Frankton, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Traveler pickup is offered
Will self-drive
Pick up location TBC
Kamana Lakehouse
Mercure Queenstown Resort
Heritage Queenstown
Crowne Plaza
Queenstown I-Site
Millennium Hotel
Pounamu Apartments
The Rees Hotel
Sherwood Bus Stop (Frankton Rd)
The Hilton Resort & Spa


Departure Time


Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Lord of the Rings and Glacier Helicopter Tour
10/1/2023 - 9/30/2024

Monday - Sunday : 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Duration & Voucher Info

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

1 hour 10 minutes

Cancellation Policy

User's Reviews

iWuverine83

04 Apr, 2024

10/10 experience! The views were breathtaking and the helicopter experience felt very safe and exciting. Jeremy, our pilot, was a steady hand and gave us a some amazing views and insights into the area. The booking process was also very smooth - they were responsive and very clear with the instructions. Complimentary pickup was also included! Highly recommended and it left us wishing we could go on more flights with them in the future 😊😊😊

AleksVujovic

24 Jan, 2024

These folks are professionals! What a strong start to my trip! We landed in a couple of amazing places which just took my breath away. I feel privileged to have landed atop a glacier, since they're melting, seize the opportunity! I came away with great feelings, a friendly chat with the pilot who is an absolute MVP and 980 photos total. Mind-blowing, courteous and absolutely amazing! Go fly with them!

Sage_W

19 Dec, 2023

I came with high expectations and they were easily exceeded. Ernie's effortless skill was evident and he showed us the LOTR locations and their stories from his personal experience. He made sure to approach from every angle to ensure everyone had a good view. The scenery was stunning. Coming over the pass very low, then rising up over it at the last minute created a surreal effect of the glaciated peak to pop up right before our eyes, with cascading waterfalls, yawning crevasses, and sparkling snow fields.... Then we landed on it. I usually have to backpack for days, then climb for hours for such vistas... It seemed almost unreal that we just popped up there in a heli in just a few minutes. Even if you are not an LOTR fan you must do this flight if you are any where near the area.

Rachel_S

16 Nov, 2023

Incredible experience!! My inner LOTR nerd was freaking out. The pilot was awesome!! Highly recommend!!

Sunshine17063961356

11 Nov, 2023

Amazing highlight of my trip to Queenstown. I highly recommend a trip with Luke! His competence and experience shows an ability to reassure and make passengers feel safe, especially those anxious about flying. Stopping on a glacier was an especially memorable. Specular views of the mountainous and lake terrain were breathtaking. Don’t hesitate, you’ll love it! Mauri ora Fabian.

User's Picture Gallery

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Amazing and highly recommended experience

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Amazing

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A Magical Adventure in Middle-earth: Lord of the Rings + Glacier Explorer Tour

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Highly recommend

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Beautiful sights and awesome pilot

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Must do, take the risk!

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Queenstown and beyond!

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Best Tour EVER!! Once in a lifetime adventure on New Years Eve 2020!

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A must do, nothing like seeing middle earth soaring high

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Awesome.

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Fantastic trip

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Best scenic helicopter flight ever.

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A life changing experience

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