7 Air Tours in West Coast Region That You Shouldn't Miss

January 3, 2022 Mikaela Didonna

Discover the best top things to do in West Coast Region, New Zealand including Air Safaris, Glacier Country Scenic Flights, Wilderness Wings, Precision Helicopters Hokitika, The Helicopter Line West Coast, Fly Over New Zealand, Knights Point Air.
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1. Air Safaris

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Air Safaris

Our fixed wing scenic flights promise an incredible view of the mighty Franz and Fox Glaciers and rugged Westland National Park before traversing Mount Cook to explore the vast Mount Cook National Park. Every seat a window seat – get the big picture! Experience breathtaking alpine scenery on an exciting scenic glacier flight with Air Safaris from their base at Franz Josef in Westland National Park on the West Coast - a must-do South Island tourist attraction.

2. Glacier Country Scenic Flights

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5.0 based on 212 reviews

Glacier Country Scenic Flights

Helicopter scenic flights over NZ’s southern Alps & Glaciers. Snow landings and scenic overflights. Best value flights in Glacier Country. Highly recommended by lonely planet and NZ frenzy. Fly further, best value, see more.

3. Wilderness Wings

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Wilderness Wings

Wilderness Wings invites you on a once in a lifetime New Zealand scenic flight experience. We are a premier operator of specialising in world class scenic flight tours and exceptional wilderness adventures throughout the beautiful alpine regions of the Southern Alps. Our highly experienced freindly pilots offer informed inflight commentary while you relax and enjoy breathtaking views of our highest peaks including Mt Cook and largest glaciers including Franz Josef and Fox glaciers. We operate all year from the beautiful town of Hokitika.

4. Precision Helicopters Hokitika

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5.0 based on 52 reviews

Precision Helicopters Hokitika

Precision Helicopters Hokitika is based at the Whitcombe Valley right next to the spectacular Hokitika Gorge. We offer breathtaking tours to New Zealand's most beautiful untouched destinations. Tours that will leave you wanting more. It has to be seen to be believed!

5. The Helicopter Line West Coast

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4.5 based on 503 reviews

The Helicopter Line West Coast

Discover the magnificent phenomenon of the glaciers. Experienced helicopter pilots share their knowledge whilst overflying the dramatic expanse of the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers and snowfields, exposing extraordinary colours of ice flow, ice caves and pinnacles in this largely inaccessible alpine region. All flights feature a snow landing. Alternatively combine a scenic helicopter flight with an unforgettable guided helihike amongst the glacial ice formations with the professional and experienced Franz Josef Glacier Guides.

6. Fly Over New Zealand

Fly Over New Zealand

It is our passion to be up in the air enjoying every minute of the stunning views! That feeling and that view is what we would love to share with you, and we promise to give you a once in a lifetime experience. You’ll remember this tour for being the best thing you did on your trip!

7. Knights Point Air

Scenic flights over the beautiful southwest land New Zealand World Heritage Area.Milford sound. Mt Cook. Mt Aspiring National Parks NZ Your guide and pilot Blair Hoult has been a wild life ranger/pilot in the region for 15 years. Journey with Blair and see more of New Zealand learn about glaciers, rivers, mountains, the ancient forests and the incredible history. Knights Point Air is a proudly fully approved operation.

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