Popular for red deer, wapiti, possum and wild pig hunting, Fiordland is a desired destination for many avid hunters with beautiful scenery and untouched nature up its sleeve. To truly experience Fiordland’s extensive hunting offering, a hunting helicopter trip gives you the best opportunity to. Get prepared and set up The best base for your Fiordland hunting adventure is Te Anau. Known as the gateway to Fiordland National Park and home to our helicopter services.…... Read more
Let’s continue our great campervan road trip around Aotearoa’s South Island and conquer the West Coast. What feels like untouched landscapes, is ruled by harsh nature. You will be able to discover a new side of Aotearoa, its wild beauty and in stark contrast to the soft Fiordland region. Home to many amazing adventure opportunities and once in a lifetime experiences, you should definitely take your time on this leg of the trip and take…... Read more
Aotearoa’s South Island is the ultimate road trip destination – from the country’s highest peaks to the bluest lakes, cutest penguins and the UNESCO World Heritage recognized Fiordland National Park. You will be able to see it all on a trip around and across the island. We have set up the PERFECT itinerary for a road trip from Christchurch to Wanaka that you should not miss out on. Christchurch Flying into Christchurch, the biggest city…... Read more
Did you know that the Fiordland National Park is spread across an area of 12,607 square kilometres? That makes it the biggest national park in Aotearoa and also the 13th largest national park in the world! The glacier-carved fiords, steep and rocky mountaintops and mirror lakes are waiting for you to explore and discover them. To catch the best views and a once-in-a-lifetime moment, book a helicopter tour, suited for your needs and wishes! Budget…... Read more
Aotearoa is world famous for its stunning beauty, untouched wilderness and photo backdrop opportunities that seem to be out of the world. We have listed our top 9 spots across the South Island that are definitely make up for an Instagram-worthy adventure. Nugget Point Lighthouse Location: The Nuggets Road, Ahuriri Flat 9271 Accessibility: A 1.8km long, slight uphill walk will take you out to the lighthouse, offering you stunning views across the ocean. However, to…... Read more
There is no doubt that Aotearoa/New Zealand is world famous for its beautiful and diverse landscape. But the kiwi ingenuity of creating new extreme sports and adventures will raise your adrenaline to a whole new level. We have created a list with our top destinations across the South Island with bucket list worthy experiences. Take in the stunning vista and the opportunity to learn more about this country’s history and nature. Queenstown Starting off strong,…... Read more
New Zealand’s South Island is home to incredible hunting and fishing opportunities, found across an unbelievable variety of vibrant landscapes. One moment you could be fly-fishing for trout in crystal-clear waters, and the next you could be choppered into a remote valley to hunt wild deer and tahr. While you could easily spend a week or longer discovering each destination, we’ve packed some of our top spots into this long weekend itinerary that winds its way south from the West Coast through…... Read more
Now that we’re in COVID-19 Alert Level 2 here in Te Anau and the Fiordland region, we’re open and operating again. And it means we’re able to get stuck into planning some exhilarating spring and summer outdoor adventures! One of our passions is fishing - the quintessential Kiwi water-based activity that makes the most of our deep rivers, tranquil lakes and rugged coastlines here in New Zealand, and the bounty they have to offer. Southland and Fiordland fishing in particular is world-renowned: the crystal-clear waters in our part of the country provide an excellent opportunity for catching brown and…... Read more
When well-planned and conservation-friendly, hunting can be a thrilling hobby for outdoor adventurists and a unique way to see the world. Here at Southern Lakes Helicopters, we have a penchant for hunting in Fiordland National Park (with a permit from the Department of Conservation, of course!), chasing the white tails of deer within the monitored blocks of Stewart Island, and wilderness fishing for rainbow or brown trout in rural Southland. We’re not able to get geared up and head outdoors for a hunting expedition right now; with…... Read more
Fiordland is incredibly beautiful with its impossible waterfalls, snow-capped peaks, glorious fiords and lush rainforest: it’s the ultimate wilderness. And this wilderness is where Mother Nature rules. So to experience Fiordland safely, you need to take heed of the conditions. Safety tips If you’re thinking of embarking on one of the epic Fiordland Great Walks and getting those absolutely gorgeous vistas, make sure you’re keeping safety top of mind. Southern Lakes Helicopters safety manager Richie Hunter (who has trained the…... Read more
