Wilkin River Jets and Backcountry Helicopters offer wilderness adventure and discovery within the beautiful Makarora region, Mt Aspiring National Park.
Explore our World Heritage Area with one of our Great Kiwi Walks…
Classic bush walks amidst the remote Makarora backcountry wilderness. Half day to full day eco-tourism trekking amongst lush native rainforest, alpine vegetation and ancient river valleys with access by helicopter and jet boat.
Siberia Wilderness Adventure
A 4 hour/half day wilderness experience combining a scenic flight wilderness walk and a river jet safari.
- Start your experience in Makarora with a 20 min scenic helicopter flight taking in aerial views of the towering ice carved mountains and glaciers.
- Land in the remote Siberia Valley and enjoy a relaxing 3 hour walk on a well marked track.
- Rendezvous with Wilkin River Jets for a thrilling and informative return jet boat ride through the icy blue waters of the Wilkin and Makarora Rivers (30 min).
Jumboland Wilderness Adventure
A stunning native bush trek with a scenic helicopter flight, full day hiking options and jet boat safari home. Rated by visitors as one of the best walks in the Mt Aspiring National Park.
- Starting with a spectacular 20 min World Heritage helicopter flight deep into the Mt Aspiring National Park.
- Interact with nature and enjoy 4 hours of trekking and hiking in the remote untouched native rain forest running along side the Wilkin River.
- Rendezvous with Wilkin River Jets for a thrilling and informative river jet safari back to base.
- Allow 5 hours. Med + energy levels.
Siberia Wilderness Adventure Extended, Mt Aspiring and Glaciers
One of the best wilderness experiences available – a must do on any itinerary!
- Start your wilderness discovery with an hour long epic helicopter flight over the majestic Mt Aspiring National Park taking in aerial views of the multitude of glaciers and glacial lakes that abide in the park en-route to the icon of the Southern Alps – Mt Aspiring. Includes one alpine landing for that photo opportunity of a life time.
- Land in the remote Siberia Valley and enjoy a 3 hour wilderness walk on a well marked track.
- Rendezvous with Wilkin River Jets for a thrilling and informative river jet safari on two wilderness rivers, back to base.
- Allow 5 hours. Low+ energy level
Let Wilkin River Jets (established 1968) take you on a personal wilderness journey deep into the ‘timeless land’ of Makarora. From fast-paced shallow water jet boating and thrilling scenic helicopter rides to classic backcountry walks, we promise an unforgettable wilderness experience.
River Jet Safari
A one hour thrilling and informative jet boat trip to the edge of the Mt Aspiring National Park.
- Experience the ultimate in shallow water jet boating on not one, but two rivers the mighty Wilkin and the Makarora.
- Learn about the history and geology of this stunning region with an informative and entertaining commentary from our experienced drivers.
- Enjoy a 50 km wilderness river journey amidst native beech forest, pristine river valleys and rugged ice capped mountains.
Heli-Jet Combo
A thrilling 20 minute scenic helicopters flight and 30 min river jet safari exploring the spectacular scenery of Mount Aspiring National Park.
- Enjoy an amazing scenic helicopter flight and informative commentary from your pilot.
- Carve around peaks and ridges of snow covered mountains and take in aerial views of stunning aquamarine glacial lakes, all in the safety and comfort of our Hughes 500 E helicopter.
- Fell the spray in your face with an exciting high speed 25km jet boat ride on the Wilkin and Makarora rivers.
Scenic Flights
- Mt Aspiring and Glaciers (includes an alpine landing).
- World Heritage Scenic
- Milford Sound / Mt Aspiring and Glaciers (includes an alpine landing).
- Aoraki/Mt Cook (includes an alpine landing).
- Private and corporate charters – prices on request.
What to bring – comfortable walking shoes/boots, warm waterproof jacket, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, camera. Bookings essential
- Prices: Please submit an enquiry for a personalised quote.
