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Blue Lake National Park Scenic Helicopter Flight

Join this scenic helicopter flight to Nelson's Lake National Park and enjoy a mountain landing and 60 minutes to explore this eco wonderland from Nelson!

Only RAA members can book experiences. Discount has been applied.
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What to expect

One of the best ways to explore Nelson Lakes National Park is by air! Book this 60 minute scenic helicopter flight here and fly over New Zealand's Southern Alps with aerial views of the world's clearest fresh water lake-Blue Lake. As you take to the skies, watch in awe as the breathtaking views of the mountain range and natural scenery unfold before you. Among some of the lakes that the flight path will cover are Lake Rotoiti, Lake Rotoroa and the famous Blue Lake. Listen in on your headset to interesting commentary as the pilot flies over unique landforms, habitats and shares the stories behind the sacred Maori waters of Blue Lake. A mountain landing is included in the experience on the boundary of the National Park giving you the opportunity to stop and marvel at the scenery.

The entire experience will last 2 hours with a 60 minute flight time and passengers can choose between a flight at 10am, 12pm and 2pm. All helicopter flights depart from the Nelson Base. This incredible scenic flight is great for all ages and is certainly a memorable holiday experience you won't forget. To reserve your spot on this scenic flight, book online here!

What's included

  • Enjoy a 60-minute scenic flight viewing Nelson Lakes National Park in the northern reaches of New Zealand’s Southern Alps
  • Fly over the clearest natural fresh water in the world, the sacred Māori waters of Blue Lake
  • View breathtaking mountain landscapes
  • Admire unique landforms, habitats, plant communities, and wildlife
  • Two-way communication between you and your pilot
  • One Mountain landing on the National Park boundary
  • 60 minutes flight time, entire tour duration approximately 2 hours
  • Complimentary tea or coffee
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Visit date

Select the date you'd like to visit to check ticket availability.

Time

  • Departures are available at 10am, 12pm and 2pm
  • Further departure times may be available, please call our friendly reservations team to discuss further departure times on 07 5592 2233

Duration

  • Approximately 60 minutes flight time, entire tour duration approximately 2 hours

Location

  • Departing from Reid Helicopters Nelson Base at 256 Eighty Eight Valley Road, Wakefield, Nelson

What To Bring

  • Windbreak jacket for landing in the cooler months
  • Sunglasses and sunhat

Product Session Options

2-3 passengers 1705.73 - price 1795.5 - retailPrice 10am Blue Lake Express
3-5 passengers 2778.75 - price 2925 - retailPrice 10am Blue Lake Express
2-3 passengers 1705.73 - price 1795.5 - retailPrice 12pm Blue Lake Express
3-5 passengers 2778.75 - price 2925 - retailPrice 12pm Blue Lake Express
2-3 passengers 1705.73 - price 1795.5 - retailPrice 2pm Blue Lake Express
3-5 passengers 2778.75 - price 2925 - retailPrice 2pm Blue Lake Express

Product Sessions

10am Blue Lake Express
12pm Blue Lake Express
2pm Blue Lake Express