Mount Olympus & Mount Owen Tour by Helicopter

A helicopter ride with landings at locations used in the “Lord of the Rings”

Free cancellation available
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

This 90-minute tour will provide you with the opportunity to explore famous sites from the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy. Aboard a helicopter, you will be flown northwest into Golden Bay for a landing on Mount Olympus, a movie location for the south of Rivendell. Throughout the ride, your pilot will tell you interesting facts about the sights.

Afterwards, you will fly south towards Mount Owen. Along the way, you will be treated to a bird’s-eye view of the vast wilderness of the Kahurangi National Park. You will land at a site with a good view of the rocky landscape used as the base for scenes depicting the exit from the Mines of Moria. From here, the short flight back will reward you with views of Tasman Bay.

Why visit

  • Lord of the Rings experience at two locations
  • Landings on Mount Olympus and Mount Owen
  • Stunning bird’s-eye view of mountain landscapes

What's included

  • 90-minute flight
  • Two landings

Audio supported languages

English (UK)

Additional information

Please bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

You need to be 18 years or older to book.

Operated by Helicopters Nelson New Zealand Top of the South

Location

Mount Olympus & Mount Owen Tour by Helicopter
Nelson Airport (NSN) 8 Dakota Street, Nelson Airport, Nelson, 7011
Please head to the base of Helicopters Nelson Scenic Flights and Commercial Hire.

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