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NEW ZEALAND HELISKIING and HELI BOARDINGExperience New Zealands ultimate heli skiing and heli snowboarding terrain Welcome to New Zealand one of the best heli skiing regions in the world. Heliskiing at Queenstown, Wanaka, Mount Cook, Methven is definitely the ultimate New Zealand skiing experence and you don't have to be an expert to enjoy it. The snow powder is deep, and comparatively low altitudes mean temperatures are relatively warm and locations breathtaking. Heliskiing AreasThe 3-main heliskiing areas in New Zealand are: Queenstown and Wanaka: The lakeside towns of Queenstown and Wanaka are both tourist resorts & ski resorts. The majority of New Zealands heli skiing occurs within this region. This heliskiing region also has the highest concentration of New Zealand's commerical ski fields, good quality accommodation and tourist activities. The main heliskiing location within this region is the Harris Mountains situated within the vast terrain of the Southern Alps. There's a lot of choice and thousands of vertical metres offering easy rolling terrain for powder first timers or challenging chutes and steep valleys for the more experienced. Also situated near Queenstown is the scenic Clarke Glacier. The Clarke Glacier is a world class high altitude heliskiing adventure; located within Mount Aspring National Park. The runs are longer and the powder snow dryer. Provided you are an intermediate skier and are reasonably fit the experience is well worth the price and the views are breathtaking.
Mount Cook National Park: Mount Cook National Park is classified as a World Heritage Area. Wilderness Heliskiing at Mount Cook offers some of the worlds most spectacular and challenging terrain for both skiers and snowboarders. Ski or ride a selection of the the great peaks on and about the Main Divide (the backbone of the New Zealand Southern Alps). The magnificent Tasman Glacier provides a stunning scenic 12km run among the towering peaks and ice falls of New Zealand's highest alpine region. Recommended for intermediate skiers only. Methven: The township of Methven is located an hours drive
from Christchurch International Airport which provides quick access
to Mount Hutt Ski Area and Methven
Heliskiing. 2021 Heliskiing SeasonThe New Zealand Heliskiing season generally operates from 1st July
to 30th September. But due to good snow conditions heliskiing may operate until late October. Heliskiing Accommodation - including vacation packagesFor your heliskiing we can arrange your accommodation; including transfers. Packaged discounts are available.
Check out a sample of our recommended accommodation (Click
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Other activities available - at various locations
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