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More Adventures with Backcountry Helicopters....

BCH offer many more adventures including:

  • Heliskiing for the ultimate winter skiing or snowboarding experience. Click here for more info.
  • Scenic Flights to destinations such as the beautiful Milford Sound, West Coast Glaciers and more.
  • Heli-Hiking, where you are flown to a scenic location for a guided hike.
  • Heli-Mountain Biking, get flown to some of the best mountain biking trails in the world.
  • Heli-Surfing, we have a very secret location where you can surf an amazing reef break, stay a night or a week, its up to you.
  • Siberia Experience - Join us for a 4 hour wilderness adventure in Mount Aspiring World Heritage National Park.
  • Wilkin River Jets - We'll take you on an unforgettable adventure into the heart of New Zealand's Southern Alps.

Please enquire for more information and bookings.

   
 

Accommodation

Backcountry Safaris have their own Lodges where you will stay in luxury and style. However, we leave your choice of accommodation up to you because of the wide range on offer and individual preference.

The Southern Lakes area offers a wide range of accommodation from world-class luxury lodges to backpackers hostels. Backcountry Safaris have special arrangements with many lodges in the area and can provide the best option for you at the best available price.

     
 
BCH Lodge at Lake Hawea
A private luxury cabin on the shores of Lake Hawea overlooking the lake. Available for rent. Fully self-contained, with great fishing at your doorstep. 20 minute drive into Wanaka. Log burner, one master bedroom and one bunk room. Bunk room has two double beds, one king size single and two single bunks. Helicopter pick up from the door!
$200.00 a night per double.
E-mail: info@trophyhuntnz.com
 
     
 
Silver Pine
Silverpine Lodge is a small exclusive luxury lodge set in the midst of the best fly fishing rivers in the south island of New Zealand. Located near Wanaka, en route to the Haast Pass, with uninterrupted views of stunning NZ scenery.
  Website : www.silverpine.co.nz
     
 
Mountain Range
Mountain Range is a ranch style lodge set within extensive parkland close to Lake Wanaka. It provides the very best in style and luxury, at the same time as offering a warm and comfortable place to relax. It's located close to local facilities, yet offers peace and seclusion. Mountain Range gives you every chance to feel at home in this glorious part of the world. Rates from NZ$195
PO Box 451
Wanaka
New Zealand
Telephone:
Fax:
Contact:
64 3 443 7400
64 3 443 7450
Stuart or Melanie
E-mail: stay@mountainrange.co.nz
Website : www.mountainrange.co.nz
     
 
Aoturoa
Surrounded by mountain and river views, Aoturoa is an exclusive haven “the best place in the world to replenish what the pressures of everyday living have squeezed out of you". A beautiful villa, purpose built, it is in harmony with the backdrop of meadow and river bluff and designed to offer absolute comfort for a handful of guests while they enjoy the experience of the Upper Clutha valley .
State Highway 6, RD 2
Wanaka
New Zealand
Telephone:
Fax:
Mobile:
Contact:
64 3 443 5000
64 3 443 5001
021 298 6484
Jon Davies
E-mail: aoturoa@ihug.co.nz
Website : www.aoturoa.co.nz
     
 
Wanaka Springs
Wanaka’s in-town retreat - a Boutique Lodge centrally located, yet set in peaceful landscaped native gardens. Wanaka Springs is a N Z Tourism Awards 2001/2002 finalist. Guests can relax in one of the 8 sumptuous ensuite Guestrooms each with superb views, enjoy afternoon tea on the sundecks, unwind with a complimentary local wines in front of the open log fire, soak in the alfresco spa pool or savour a special breakfast buffet in the informal dining room.
21 Warren Street
Wanaka
New Zealand
Telephone:
Fax:
Contact:
64 3 443 8421
64 3 443 8429
Murray & Lynne
E-mail: info@wanakasprings.com
Website : www.wanakasprings.com
     
 
Parklands
Parklands Lodge has spectacular mountain views and is nestled on 10 acres of rural land 6 km south of Wanaka. Luxury accommodation, a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Accommodation includes 4 spacious rooms with ensuites, 2 rooms with shared bathroom, a 2 bedroom self contained apartment, swimming pool, spa, 5 holes of golf and BBQ area.
Ballantyne Road, RD 2
Wanaka
New Zealand
Telephone:
Fax:
Contact:
64 3 443 7305
64 3 443 7345
Margaret Mikkelsen
E-mail: parklandslodge@xtra.co.nz
Website : www.parklandswanaka.co.nz
     
 
     
   

Activities

There are a number of activities available to compliment your safari. Backcountry Safaris also cater for those that do not wish to hunt or fish. You will be provided with a tour guide and vehicle where you can choose your activity. From shopping in Queenstown to tours of Milford Sound, we have options to suit everyone.

     
     
 
Siberia Experience
Fly-Walk-Jetboat, allow 5 hours. Great experience and great value for money.
State Highway 6
Makarora
New Zealand
Telephone:
Contact:
64 3 443 8351
Patsy Hutton
E-mail: action@siberiaexperience.com
Website : www.siberiaexperience.com
     
 
Tandem Skydive Wanaka
Imagine freefalling at 200kph above the most visually spectacular backdrop in the world. An incredible scenic flight from our brand new turbine aircraft will capture views of Mt. Cook, Mt. Aspiring, glaciers and lakes, freefall for 45 seconds with experienced instructors then soar under parachute for 5 minutes. Freefall video and Photography available. We operate 7 days a week, 364 days, weather permitting - bookings are essential.
P O Box 322
Wanaka
New Zealand
Freedial:
Telephone:
Mobile:
Contact:
0800 786 877
64 3 443 7207
025 796 877
Jools Hall
E-mail: skydive@lakewanaka.co.nz
Website : www.skydivenz.com
     
 
Wilkin River Jets
Come and share the excitement of our unique combination of authentic shallow water jet boating in a spectacular alpine environment and discover jet boating the way it should be!
We'll take you on an unforgettable adventure into the heart of New Zealand's Southern Alps, as we follow the Wilkin River all the way to the edge of the Mt Aspiring National Park… towering snow-capped peaks, sparkling waterfalls, and lush beech forest.
Makarora
New Zealand
Telephone: 64 3 443 8351
E-mail: info@wilkinriverjets.co.nz
Website : www.wilkinriverjets.co.nz
     
   

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