Air Activities

Methven has many aerial tours and activities. Listed here are just a few…

Mt Hutt Helicopters: Welcome to Mt Hutt Helicopters. Situated at the foothills of New Zealand’s main divide near Methven & Ashburton in Canterbury, we are superbly located to offer scenic helicopter flights and thrilling adventures in the spectacular Southern Alps and Canterbury High Country.

Alpine Helicopters: More than just a scenic helicopter flight. Alpine Helicopters – Methven offer a working high country station experience including a heli-picnic or lunch at the station. Double Hill Station offers a unique opportunity to anyone wishing to spend time in the High Country.

Skydiving NZ: Tandem skydiving is an incredibly easy, safe and enjoyable way to experience the excitement of skydiving without having to learn how. Freefall at speeds of up to 200kph and enjoy breathtaking views from coast to coast & Mt Cook to the Kaikoura’s.

Feel a total sense of freedom while securely harnessed to your personal skydiving instructor.

Aoraki Balloon Safaris is the Principle Leader in the New Zealand Tourism Industry for this unique adventure. “Aoraki” have operated since 1992, with their main base at Methven (by Mt Hutt Ski Field) on the Central Canterbury Plains.

If you require any more information on a tour listed our you would like to book, please contact us.

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