 Alpine Adventures Scenic Flights - Alpine Adventures Scenic Flights is an experienced helicopter flightseeing company providing visitors with a diverse range of scenic helicopter flights and private charters over some of the most breath-taking alpine and coastal regions of New Zealand. Specialising in year round snow landings, flights within National Parks and aerial whale watching, Alpine Adventures have charter offices in Franz Josef glacier township, Fox Glacier, Lake Tekapo and Kaikoura. Experience the thrill of a snow landing on a glacier, enjoy the spectacular rugged beauty as you fly over Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park or catch a birds eye view of a mighty sperm whale as it travels along the Kaikoura coastline. Alpine Adventures are the only 100% locally owned and operated helicopter company that is licensed to land at all designated landing sites within the Westland National Park. In operation since the early 1980's, you can rest assured that you are flying with a professional, experienced team! |
 Aoraki Balloon Safaris - Aoraki Balloon Safaris is based in the Mt Hutt township of Methven on the central Canterbury Plains of New Zealand's South Island. Considered one of New Zealand's finest ballooning locations, the picturesque Canterbury Plains provides fabulous photos opportunities for hot air ballooning enthusiasts! The ultimate in air adventure, hot air ballooning combines the thrill of flight combined with a tranquil ambience and stunning aerial views. Balloon safaris normally commence at dawn when air conditions are traditionally calm, clear, cool and stable - perfect for flying! Once aboard the wicker basket your magic journey beings as you float for approximately 1 hour, enjoying the changing scenery below, before landing to a champagne-styled buffet breakfast picnic in the field. Wedding flights and customised flights are also available. The Methven location allows Aoraki Balloon Safaris to reach higher altitudes so you can enjoy breath-taking views of the Canterbury Plains. |
 Hang Gliding New Zealand - Hang Gliding New Zealand is located in the beautiful Nelson and Tasman Bay region of New Zealand's upper South Island, which is is recognised as a premier New Zealand hang gliding destination. Hang Gliding New Zealand is able to offer tandem hang gliding flights and instruction using both hill and tow launching techniques for beginner to advanced gliders. Hill launched tandem hang gliding flights offer the greatest opportunity for sustained soaring flight and maximum flying time, this option is advised for those wanting to gain tuition or develop their soaring skills. A tow launched tandem flight is the most time and cost effective way to experience hang gliding and provides gliders with an intense and spectacular hang gliding experience, and is suitable for anyone. Hang Gliding New Zealand Ltd also operates a hang gliding school and offers hang gliding instruction for hang gliding student pilots in a safe and professional environment. |
 Nimbus Paragliding - Nimbus Paragliding is located in Christchurch, New Zealand and offers paragliding courses and tandem paragliding flights. Paragliding is a blend of hang-gliding and parachuting and is a fabulous and exhilarating experience for anyone seeking some air excitement! Tandem paraglider flights offer a safe air experience for anyone wanting to participate in the thrill of free flying without going through the learning process. The passenger and pilot each sit in their own harness and are attached to each other and to the paraglider by spreader bars. Nimbus Paragliding tandem flights depart at Taylors Mistake, Scarborough Cliffs or Castle Rock to ensure you get awesome views of Christchurch city and the Canterbury plains. There are almost no restrictions on who can enjoy a tandem paragliding flight. Nimbus Paragliding also run paraglider pilot courses for student paragliders, which on average take 10 flyable days to complete the training for the NZHGPA PG2 rating. |
 NZONE Tandem Skydiving - NZONE Tandem Skydiving was established in 1990 by two two parachute enthusiasts and now has operations in Rotorua and Queenstown and employs over 40 highly qualified staff. Drop zone facilities include hangar, customer service area, café and outside viewing areas. With drop zones in Rotorua and Queenstown, you can enjoy the ultimate in tandem sky diving in either the North or South Island! Harnessed by space age materials to an experienced qualified Jumpmaster, get ready to jump from the aircraft at a staggering 15000ft into thin air and plummet for around 60 seconds towards the ground at 200kph - welcome to terminal velocity! Operating 7 days a week, all year round, the experienced team at NZONE is primed and ready for your ultimate adrenalin adventure. Three jump altitudes are available, 900, 12000 and 15000 feet, so there is a jump to suit your heart rate and budget! |
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