HIGH COUNTRY
CLASSIC
19.2km
1
HELI DROP
DISTANCE
-1,636m
DESCENT
Beginner/ Intermediate
3-4 Hours
DURATION
EXPERIENCE
Escape to Nature and Revel in the Downhill
Departing from Wanaka your day will begin with staging at our airport base with an introduction and safety briefing from your experienced mountain biking guide. Once complete, your group will be lifted to embark on a scenic helicopter flight to your remote drop location. From here your guide will lead you through the flowing downhill tracks and jaw-dropping beauty of New Zealand’s high country sure to have you smiling ear to ear. This half-day (3-5 hours) adventure will conclude with a road transfer from your endpoint to our airport base.
From just $990 per person from Wanaka
3 - 5 hours
Single location
Helicopter lift
Return via road transfer
Snacks and refreshments
Experienced guide
*Minimum passenger numbers apply.
Key Features
Location
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Distance - 19.2km
Elevation - 1,927m - 291m
Total Decent - 1636m
Experience Level - Beginner 🟢 - Intermediate 🟦
(Length of trail requires moderate endurance)Riding Style - Downhill
Terrain - 4WD track with exposure.
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Please dress ready to ride
Mountain Bike. Full-Suspension is required. E-bikes are allowed.
Rain/wind jacket
Water bottle
Helmets are mandatory
Personal protection equipment if required (elbow pads, knee pads, gloves)
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Nothing can be left in the helicopter. Come ready to ride.
GoPros and phones can be great to capture the day. Selfie sticks and drones are not allowed.
Try and be as compact as you can. We provide everything else you need for the day so try to fit your items in a small backpack.
If you do not have a bike and would like to rent, please let us know at the time of the booking and we can help you liaise with a rental store in Wanaka.
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Safety is integral at Southern Lakes Helibike. Read more information about our Safety procedures and FAQ.
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