From $20,500 per person
Exploration Fly Fishing Ultimate
Trip Overview
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Highlights
Helicopter Utilisation
Our helicopter will be at your disposal all day, allowing access to multiple back country fishing spots.
Guide included
A local, charismatic and professional guide will keep you company for the day.
Gear and licences included
Rod, waders, boots, lures and back country fishing licences included
Fishermans Lunch
A fisherman's lunch will be cooked on the bank of the river for you to enjoy, plus a small survival pack to enjoy on the flight home
Season
River fly fishing November to May inclusive
Helicopter Choice
The choice is yours:
Airbus H130 (Eurocopter B4) - Up to 6 (5 when in 2 pilot configuration)
- Air conditioned wide body cabin with individual leather seats
- Enhanced safety features
- 65 sq feet of windows for exceptional viewing
- Eye In The Sky Aviation Certified Cockpit Video, Audio & Flight Data Recorder
Airbus H125 (Squirrel) - Up to 6 with 2 in the tandem front seat & 4 across the rear bench seat.
- 4 passengers across rear bench seat
- 2 on front bench seat. (CAA limit on front bench seat, combined weight 154kgs)
- Eye In The Sky Aviation Certified Cockpit Video, Audio & Flight Data Recorder
- ·On some excursions please allow a seat for your guide
- ·A two pilot option is also available
- ·PAX capacity is weight dependant
Airbus H130 (Eurocopter B4)
• Airbus H130 (Eurocopter B4)
• 23% larger cabin space
• Fenestron Tail Rotor
Airbus H125 (Squirrel)
• Airbus H125 (Squirrel)
• Conventional Tail Rotator
Add-Ons & Upgrades
Your flight is just the beginning. Whether you're marking a special occasion or simply want to make the experience even more memorable, we can arrange a range of additions to complement your time in the air, and on the ground.
Optional Upgrade
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Optional Upgrade
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Optional Upgrade
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Have something else in mind? We love a challenge. Just click on "Customise Flight", tell us what you'd like to include and we'll take care of the rest.
More Info
What to Bring
Camera, sunglasses, sturdy shoes, warm jacket and a smile.
Departure Time
Once you have submitted your enquiry we will be in contact within 24 hours to confirm your departure time.
Pickup Information
Either self-drive to our departure lounge at the Queenstown airport where we have ample complimentary parking and aim to be here 20 minutes prior to lift off. Alternatively, we can arrange a pick up 30 minutes from the departure of your heli tour from your Queenstown accommodation.
Book with Confidence
We recommend booking your Queenstown helicopter tour for your earliest available date. If we are unable to fly due to inclement weather, we'll endeavour to 'roll' your reservation over to the next available day. If all rescheduling options are exhausted and you are unable to fly with us due to poor weather, we will offer you a refund on your flight. Outsourced partners for some experiences may have their own cancellation policy.
Cancellation Policy
24 hours of tour receive a 25% refund
7 days of tour receive a 50% refund
8 days or more receive a 100% refund
(100% refund will be issued if cancelled due to weather)
Exploration Fly Fishing Ultimate
Explore the remote streams of the South Island with helicopter and pilot at your disposal all day. When your guides recommend another favourite spot, cast off in your helicopter and fly there.
- Allow all day and varied rivers
- Airbus H125: $20,500
- Airbus H130: $27,000
All year saltwater fishing excursions can be arranged
The Airbus H125 holds 5 passengers and the Airbus H130 holds 6 passengers. See our Safety & Fleet page for more info on helicopter choice. Pricing Valid until 30th September 2026.
From $20,500 per person
