Lord of the Rings helicopter flight over Shotover River

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Lord of the Rings & Glacier Explorer – Cinematic Helicopter Experience

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Lord of the Rings & Glacier Explorer takes you on a breathtaking helicopter adventure over Middle-earth, flying past iconic filming locations like Isengard, Lothlórien, and the Ford of Bruinen. Land on glaciers and alpine peaks for unforgettable views of New Zealand’s cinematic landscapes.

The experience

Lord of the Rings & Glacier Explorer – Middle-earth by Helicopter

Step into the world of Middle-earth on an unforgettable Lord of the Rings & Glacier Explorer helicopter adventure with Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters, whose pilots were involved in filming The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies. Soar over Glenorchy and the Dart River towards Mt Earnslaw — the legendary Isengard — and fly above iconic locations including the Shotover River gorge, the ‘Ford of Bruinen’, and Lothlórien. Experience a glacier landing beside the majestic Misty Mountains and a second alpine landing for epic photo opportunities. A detailed onboard booklet guides you through filming locations, making this adventure perfect for Tolkien fans and anyone seeking breathtaking cinematic landscapes.

Highlights

Explore Middle-earth filming locations: Isengard, Lothlórien, and the Ford of Bruinen
Glacier landing beside the Misty Mountains and a second alpine landing
Fly over Glenorchy, the Dart River, and Mt Earnslaw with its hanging glacier
Learn about iconic movie scenes with a helpful onboard booklet
Fly with pilots who worked on the actual films
Stunning aerial views of New Zealand’s cinematic landscapes

Supplier: Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters

The highlights

The details

Duration
DURATION: 1 HR 10 MIN
12:30 PM & 2:00 PM

Check In
If you will be self-driving, 20mins prior to the flight's departure or Complementary Shuttle 30mins prior to the flight's departure.

Location: 35 Lucas Place, Queenstown Airport.

Transport
Convenient Central Queenstown pick up or Self Drive.

Additional Inclusions
N/A

The restrictions

Physical
Walking on and off the Helicopter and walking around the landing area.

Accessibility
We do not have any facilities to lift people into our Helicopter, please get in touch to discuss your requirements. We will do our best to accommodate you.

Pregnancy & Babies
Pregnant ladies are welcome, if you let us know during check out process, in the notes.

Children
For scenic flights, children aged 0 – 11 years are eligible for child rates.
12 years and over are considered adults.

The common questions

Can I bring a camera?

Cameras are recommended, but carried at your own risk.

What should I wear?

Dress for the weather – comfortable clothes, closed toe shoes are a must.

Are there safety lockers?

You are welcome to leave your belongings in our office.

What if the weather is bad?

Weather checks are made 1 HR before your departure time.

What is the cancellation policy?

Our standard cancellation policy of written notice 48 hours prior for full refund applies for this activity. For more information please refer to our terms and conditions.