With several options available for all ability levels, our alpine heli-hike takes you trekking far from the valley floor. Flown into an extraordinary alpine environment, you and your guide will share an unforgettable experience with stunning panoramas of the mountains, waterfalls, and glaciers.

This trip travels deep into the mountains towards the Mount Aspiring National Park. The remote area offers a fantastic view of Tititea / Mount Aspiring and the East Matukituki Valley, with hiking options for all abilities, including the 400m ascent to the summit of Dragonfly Peak.

The helicopter flight will transport you up above 2000m in the mountains, where temperatures can be much colder than the valley floors.

A full range of conditions can be expected, and participants need to be suitably prepared. You will need:

• Walking boots (available for hire)

• Long-sleeved thermal tops (polypro or merino)

• Warm layers (fleece or synthetic fill)

• Waterproof jacket

• Long outdoor trousers or thermal leggings

• Sunhat and sunscreen

• Warm hat and neck gaiter (eg Buff®)

• Sunglasses (with good face coverage)

• Backpack and water bottle

On the morning of the trip, your guide can pick you up from your accommodation in Wānaka or you can meet them at the Aspiring Helicopters hangar at Cattle Flat on the Wānaka / Mount Aspiring Road.

After introductions and gear checks, the helicopter takes off and travels 15-20 minutes along the Matukituki Valley, across the Harris Mountains, and deep into the heart of the Southern Alps / Kā Tiritiri o te Moana.

We offer a variety of trips to suit all abilities and hiking distances. Venues include the Alta Tarns, Black Peak, Dragonfly Peak, and Albert Burn Saddle. These viewpoints offer spectacular perspectives over the Matukituki Valley and Tititea / Mount Aspiring. There are options to fly in and out or hike all the way out to the valley floor.