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Scenic Flights - Mackenzie Region

The Mackenzie Region of the South Island is home to seemingly endless mountain ranges, valleys sculpted by the glaciers you can still see today as well as New Zealand's highest peak Aoraki/Mount Cook. Distinction Omarama Hotel lies to the south of this magnificent region, providing you with plenty of options to take the flight of a lifetime, be it by helicopter or fixed wing aircraft during your stay. Don’t forget your camera!

Southern Lakes Helicopters
Southern Lakes Helicopters is a family-owned business based in Aoraki/Mt Cook and Te Anau. Directors Sir Richard and Lady Carol Hayes have always focused on achieving the highest safety standards to ensure all our client’s needs and expectations are met and exceeded. 

Sir Richard is a well-known and respected pilot with 40 years of flying experience. He operates with skill and professionalism and is heavily involved in Search and Rescue operations. His skill and experience have been recognised nationally by being awarded the MNZM and was promoted to Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to search and rescue in the community.

Click here to find out more about Southern Lakes Helicopters and use promo code "DistinctionHotels" to unlock a 10% discount on all standard scenic flights OR contact our Distinction Omarama team to make a booking during your stay. 

Air Safaris
Explore New Zealand’s most spectacular alpine scenery, from snowy mountain ranges and turquoise lakes, to epic glaciers and amazing ice fields flowing through West Coast rainforests to the Tasman Sea! Air Safaris are a family-owned business and have been offering friendly, personal service since 1970!

The Grand Traverse is New Zealand’s premier scenic flight, so you can go further and see more. Highlights include Aoraki/Mount Cook; Lake Tekapo; the Southern Alps mountain range; Tasman, Franz and Fox glaciers; unique braided rivers; golden tussocklands and beautiful glacial lakes.

Fixed-wing flights up to 50 minutes or helicopter flights from 15 to 60 minutes, with snow or alpine landing (on flights over 30 minutes). Flights from Lake Tekapo, Glentanner Park, Aoraki/Mount Cook, and Franz Josef. Every seat is a window seat for incredible views.

Click here to find out more about Air Safaris OR contact our Distinction Omarama team for more information and to make a booking during your stay.
The Mackenzie Region of the South Island is home to seemingly endless mountain ranges, valleys sculpted by the glaciers you can still see today as well as New Zealand's highest peak Aoraki/Mount Cook. Distinction Omarama lies to the south of this magnificent region, providing you with plenty of options to take the flight of a lifetime, be it by helicopter or fixed wing aircraft during your stay. Don’t forget your camera!
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