Let Wilkin River Jets and Backcountry Helicopters take you on a personal wilderness journey deep into the ‘timeless land’ of Makarora, situated close to Wanaka New Zealand.

From fast-paced shallow water jet boating to thrilling scenic helicopter rides, we promise an unforgettable wilderness adventure.

River Safari 60 Mins – Adult $98 Child $57 (Per Person)

Jet boating within the World Heritage listed Mt Aspiring National Park:

• Experience the ultimate in shallow water jet boating, skimming along in just inches of water on the mighty Wilkin and Makarora Rivers.
• Learn about the history and geology of the stunning Makarora and Wanaka region with an informative commentary from our experienced drivers.
• Enjoy 50km of New Zealand wilderness river jet boating amidst native beech forest, pristine river valleys and rugged ice capped mountains.
  

Heli-Jet Combo 60 Mins - $359 per adult $290 per child (minimum 2)

A thrilling 20 minute scenic helicopter ride with 25 minutes of jet boating exploring the spectacular scenery of New Zealand’s stunning Mt Aspiring National Park:

• Enjoy an amazing scenic helicopter ride and commentary with pilot and local legend Harvey Hutton.
• Carve around peaks and ridges of snow-covered mountains with views of stunning aquamarine glacial lakes, all in the safety and comfort of our Hughes 500D helicopter.
• Feel the spray in your face with 25 km of high speed jet boating on New Zealand’s finest wilderness rivers, the Wilkin and Makarora.
  

World Heritage Scenic Helicopter Ride 20 Mins - $340 Per Person (minimum 2)

• Described as ‘Echoes of Iceland’, this scenic helicopter ride in our comfortable Hughes 500D will take you on a journey of discovery, deep into World Heritage territory.
• Enjoy an informative commentary as you fly around ice carved peaks and discover azure blue glacial lakes, nestled amoungst New Zealand’s most beautiful mountains and glaciers.

Mt Aspiring Scenic Helicopter Ride 60 Mins - $600 per person (minimum 2)

• Prepare yourself for a epic scenic helicopter ride sweeping around the towering blue ice walls of 9931ft (3027m) Mt Aspiring, the awe inspiring centerpiece of New Zealand’s most renowned National Park.
• Marvel at the wonder of nature, as you over fly the incredible Bonar and Volta Glaciers.