Summer Is The Time For Helitour's Exclusive Heli Wine Flights

Queenstown is fast becoming one of the most visited spots in New Zealand and it may sometimes feel rather crowded. This is where Helitours Queenstown comes in with their exclusive helicopter flights to whisk people away from the ‘madding crowds’. There are plenty of things to do in Queenstown but Helitours have a top list of Queenstown attractions and flights to the surrounding areas, including fly fishing, hiking, and tips to Fiordland and Mt Cook to name a few. However, for a really special summer treat this year, how about their Exclusive Heli Wine Flight?

On the Heli Tours Exclusive Heli Wine Flight, visitors can enjoy a scenic flight over the Gibbston Valley as they make their way from Queenstown towards Cromwell and Bannockburn, enjoying the beautiful scenery of the western and central areas of Central Otago and with a bird’s eye view of many of the region’s wineries and vineyards, before landing at Mt Difficulty restaurant to enjoy a luxury lunch and award-winning wines.

New Zealand’s highest wine region, Central Otago, is also the most southern wine region on earth, situated at latitude 45º south.  The region, made up of six sub-regions, is ringed by mountains and interlaced with lakes and deep river gorges making it one of New Zealand’s most spectacular vineyard settings.  The mostly glacially derived soils are ideally suited to Pinot Noir which makes up 80% of the plantings in the region.  Though the wine industry is young by worldwide standards, the wines of Central Otago are becoming increasingly popular worldwide and are winning international awards.

Mt Difficulty’s outstanding cellar door and restaurant opened in February 2003, and the facility has gained quite a reputation for the majestic views and stylish yet uncomplicated cuisine.  It is the most perfect setting to sample their award winning wines. Mt Difficulty’s executive chef is well respected Werner Hecht-Wendt. Werner began at Mt Difficulty in early 2008, coming via restaurants at Nugget Point and Amisfield.  His focus is on fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.  He is a keen gardener, and has established a small vegetable garden at the Cellar Door.

Specialising in helicopter flights around Queenstown, Milford Sound, Fiordland and Canterbury, Heli Tours provide fresh new experiences with a personal touch, showcasing the High Country environment of the South Island- alpine lakes, glaciers, untouched beaches and magnificent waterfalls. Heli Tours have extensive Combo package options or can tailor-make a unique tour. Combining scenic helicopter flights with iconic local activities Heli Tours provides a unique New Zealand experience.

For more information on Heli Tours - the helicopter company with the ‘X FACTOR’, please go to http://www.helitours.co.nz .