The Helicopter Line

Activities in Helicopter flights. 2 options listed.

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From: NZ$395 per adult ($1,975 per helicopter; valid to 30 Sep 2027; no child price listed)
Length: 25 minutes incl. alpine landing; allow about 1 hour total
Group size: Up to 6 passengers or 480 kg combined per helicopter
Minimum age: Children must be with a paying adult; infants under 15 kg on knee
Weight limit: Max 480 kg combined per helicopter
Meeting point: The Helicopter Line Base, 29 Lucas Place, Queenstown; hotel pickup included
Included: Scenic flight, Alpine landing (possibly snow in winter), Hotel pickup and drop-off, Pilot commentary
Cancellation: Full refund or credit with 24+ hours' notice; within 24 hours or no-show full price; weather: rebook or full refund.

From: NZ$865 per person ($4,325 per helicopter)
Length: 50 minutes
Meeting point: The Helicopter Line Base, 29 Lucas Place, Queenstown
Included: Flight into the Southern Alps and glaciers
Cancellation: Within 24 hours or no-show not refunded; weather: use voucher at another base or full refund.

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