Tales from the Sky – A Blog by Southern Lakes Helicopters
With more than 30 years experience in the aviation industry, and a passion for all things Fiordland, our blog gives you an insiders’ peek into what life is like from the skies. Whether it’s a recommendation for a two-night Fiordland itinerary or a story about the time we met Elijah Wood, you’ll find our posts unique, colourful and as kiwi as they come.
Fun Facts to Know Before Flying Milford Sound
December 10, 2020
Our Milford Sound scenic flight takes you up close to vertigo-inducing fiords, hanging valleys, lakes and waterfalls, on an unbelievably large scale. An experience like…
Flying over human history: Southern Fiordland’s ghosts
November 23, 2020
Wild and rugged Southern Fiordland is rich with history – this was the land of Māori, gold miners, whalers, conservationists, explorers and madmen! Our History…
Driving from Queenstown to Fiordland – Tips for first timers
October 9, 2020
When you’re this close to Fiordland, to what is described by Rudyard Kipling as the Eighth Wonder of the World, then making the most of…
Milford Sound for New Zealanders: What to expect
September 9, 2020
Ancient rainforests, deep black fiords, and rock-carved glaciers - the incredible landscape of Milford Sound certainly makes you sit up and pay attention. For nature…
Four ultimate Fiordland experiences
March 26, 2020
Fiordland is a bucket list destination with a variety of world-class experiences to match. With its striking glacier carved landscape, Fiordland is dominated by the…
Up close and personal with Fiordland wildlife
February 28, 2020
Have your eyes peeled and binoculars ready, here are our four of our favourite feathered friends for you to spot in Fiordland. These native New…
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