New Zealand boasts some stunning natural features, with vast tracts of native forest, glassy lakes, and ancient peaks that produce black sand beaches composed of titanium and iron along the West Coast; this country has so much to offer the stargazer, the uphill wanderer and the powder hound. So what should you put at the top of your list when you set out to explore this great country? If

If you love wild sweeping surf beaches, breathtaking natural parks that include tracts of fragrant native bush and the most incredible bird life, unbeaten vistas from ancient volcanic mountains, and white water rafting adventures, New Zealand has it all – without predators, snakes, or poisonous spiders! When planning your trip, there is one place that needs to go at the top of your list, the Franz Josef Glacier, a

Some of our planes are great for taking large tour groups on scenic flights over Milford Sound while others are better for whisking a few people (and all their bells and whistles) up to Mount Cook for a once-in-a-lifetime heli-hike. All of the planes we acquire are thoroughly researched and tested and we only choose models that are comfortable and reliable with excellent safety records. Cessna Grand Caravan Our

Choose the right aircraft In the world of aerial photography, not all aircraft are created equal! If there is one thing you need to snag a great photo from the air, it’s a clear, uninterrupted view. All True South aircraft that embark on scenic flights have been carefully selected with exactly this in mind, with large windows and guaranteed window seats for all passengers. Our Airvans have bubble windows and can

The Tasman Glacier is an impressive, expansive ice formation that runs down the Eastern side of Mount Cook. At 23.5km in length it’s New Zealand’s longest glacier, running south east down the Southern Alps towards the Mackenzie Basin. Because of its position on the Eastern side of the Alps, the Tasman Glacier is thought to experience more pleasant weather than it’s Western neighbours. This means more sunshine hours, less wind

Well, if you’re looking for the gift of all gifts—the one that will spark surprise, delight and excitement and earn you serious brownie points—stop searching, because we have the ‘mother’ of all gift ideas right here! Give your mother, grandmother, mother-in-law or the mother of your children something to look forward to with the gift of one of our incredible True South scenic flight experiences. Scenic flight over Milford

So where exactly are the best spots for skiing? Whether you’re a beginner or a budding Olympian, a parent or a penny-pincher, we have a spot for you. We’ve even thrown in the spot with the best views and the best South Island heli-skiing experience to leave you counting down the days until you can hit the slopes.​ Best for families Our pick of the South Island ski fields

Read on to learn some amazing facts that will make your Milford Sound scenic flight all the more fascinating.   Milford Sound is not actually a sound You might’ve heard this one before, but Milford Sound is not actually a sound—it is a fiord. What’s the difference? Well, a sound is formed when a river valley is flooded by the sea, whereas a fiord (or fjord) is typically created when a

With so many beautiful sights to experience in the world, we’ve lined up the best ones to see from above. The Grand Canyon, United States of America The best way—some would say the ONLY way—to experience the Grand Canyon is through a scenic flight. At 446 kilometres long, 29 kilometres wide and 1,800 meters deep, its immense size is best appreciated from above. Grand Canyon scenic flights can take

Others suffer from claustrophobia and struggle with being in a confined place for a set amount of time. Occasionally, we have somebody who can sit on a major flight between cities without batting an eyelid—but has a specific fear of small planes. These fears and anxieties are not uncommon, so we’ve put together some tips for nervous flyers to help you cope if you’re feeling a little on edge. We want

It’s a magical time of year, and it doesn’t matter whether you’re visiting on your own, as a couple or as a group. You’ll never be bored in Queenstown! Visiting Queenstown in winter? Here are just a few things to do that might tempt you… Snow snow snow! Of course, Queenstown is probably best known for skiing and snowboarding in winter. Snow bunnies from all over the globe come