NEW ZEALAND’S MOST VARIED HELI BIKING EXPERIENCE

Southern Lakes Ultimate

3

Full day

2,000m

High

DURATION

HELI DROPS

EXPERIENCE

DESCENT

A day conquering the alps, the Southern Lakes Ultimate is our premiere experience

The Southern Lakes Ultimate showcases the best of the region within a day.

Beginning at the Wanaka Airport, lift off for an epic helibiking experience conquoring three varried trails. Anticipate scenic mountain tops, varied tracks, and an epic backcountry adventure.

When it comes to mountain biking in New Zealand, the Southern Lakes Ultimate is the cream of the crop delivering scenery, dynamic trails and a delicious mountain lunch.

What’s Included?

Please find all inclusions for this experience as follows:

  • Scenic multi-drop helicopter experience departing from Wanaka Airport

  • Guided multi-trail riding experience led by a certified and knowledgeable guide

  • Catered gourmet lunch

  • Boat and road transfers on return to Wanaka at the end of your experience

All of our Southern Lakes Helibike experiences are fully customisable to ensure you can maximise your time. With a heliport at Queenstown, our team can assist with any questions to make that adventure one to remember!

Rates

Southern Lakes Ultimate

$1,690.00 NZD per person

*Minimum guest numbers apply

Mountain Bike Hire

Premium E-Bike: $180.00 NZD per person

Dual Suspension Mountain Bike: $90.00 NZD per person

  • DROP 1 - Mt. Alpha

    Decent - 350m

    Experience Level - Intermediate

    Riding Style - Trail

    Terrain - Single track along an Alpine ridge

    DROP 2 - Bike Glendhu

    Decent - 400m

    Experience Level Intermediate

    Riding Style - Flow trail

    Terrain - Maintained flow trails

    DROP 3 - Minaret Station

    Decent - 1,240m

    Experience Level - Expert

    Riding Style - Downhill, XC

    Terrain - Alpine track, forest, moderate exposure, flow.

    • Please dress ready to ride

    • Mountain Bike. Full-Suspension is required. E-bikes are allowed.

    • Rain/wind jacket

    • Water bottle

    • Helmets are mandatory

    • Personal protection equipment if required (elbow pads, knee pads, gloves)

    • Sunglasses or goggles

    • Sunscreen

    • Nothing can be left in the helicopter. Come ready to ride, with a backpack if necessary.

    • GoPros and phones can be great to capture the day. Selfie sticks and drones are not allowed.

    • Try and be as compact as you can. We provide everything else you need for the day so try to fit your items in a small backpack.

      If you do not have a bike and would like to rent, please let us know at the time of the booking and we can help you liaise with a rental store in Wanaka.

  • Safety is integral at Southern Lakes Helibike. Read more information about our Safety procedures and FAQ.

Whether you’re after a challenging day on the bike, or a scenic ride with a knowledgable guide, we have an experience for you.