No. You don't need to be a pro. And you don't jump out of a helicopter!  

Heliskiing is for strong-intermediate (and better) skiers and snowboarders who are keen on some adventure. You will be grouped according to your ability and your guide will select the terrain best suited to your group on the day.  

We have terrain to suit all levels of heli-boarders and heli-skiers; from cruisy powder bowls and open faces to steep gnarly chutes. We also boast more advanced-level terrain and glaciated runs than the Queenstown or Wanaka region.

Every season will vary, but the average is around 800 vertical metres. Our extensive terrain has a number of runs in excess of 1,000 vertical metre drops - up to 1,300 metres.

New Zealand has a temperate maritime climate and very changeable weather patterns. There is no tree skiing. We fly only with fine weather (good visibility, moderate wind). On average we operate 4 or 5 days per week.

Our lead guide makes the weather operating decision early each morning (often before sunrise).

However, for guests staying at Mt Cook or the Mackenzie area, we will take advantage of late weather clearances and can call on the day, greatly increasing your chances to get out.

We encourage flexibility in your plans. If we have space we will roll your booking over to the next available day.