Methven Scenic Flights

A great way to view Mid-Canterbury's amazing scenery is by air and you get to choose between a helicopter, plane or hot air balloon for your scenic flight in the Methven region.

Scenic flights from Methven can take you to see some of New Zealand’s most beautiful landscapes including the snow capped Southern Alps, glaciers, braided rivers, back country lakes, rugged high country stations, the patchwork of paddocks across the Canterbury Plains, and the Lord of the Rings film location site.

Methven Helicopter Flights

As well as providing scenic flights and heli-taxi services, local helicopter businesses also offer a great range of helicopter adventures including jet boating, hunting, fishing, hiking and picnics.

Methven Fixed Wing Aircraft Flights

Scenic flights in a high wing Cessna are available within the Methven area, providing fantastic viewing and photo opportunities. Flexibility with flights/times and Methven pick-ups can be arranged.

Methven Hot Air Balloon Flights

Another popular way to view the local scenery is by a hot air balloon. Methven is acknowledged as one of the finest hot air ballooning locations in New Zealand, and Aoraki Balloon Safaris has been operating in the region for the last 18 years.