Canterbury Helicopter Hunting & Fishing Trips
More time in the good country. Less time getting there.
Remote helicopter hunting drop-offs, guided hunting trips, high-country trout fishing access, hut pickups and backcountry transport throughout Canterbury and the Southern Alps.
Based in Springfield, Main Divide Helicopters helps hunters, anglers and guides reach places worth reaching.
Canterbury helicopter hunting and fishing trips
Direct helicopter access into huts, riverbeds, alpine basins, open tops and remote backcountry locations throughout Canterbury and the Southern Alps.
Ideal for hunters who have their own plan, gear and location sorted, and need safe, efficient transport in and out of the backcountry.
Hunting Helicopter
Drop-Offs
Fly into remote hunting country without spending hours walking in. We can help with drop-off locations, gear requirements, pickup planning and flight logistics.
Guided Hunting Trips
Looking for a more supported experience? We work with experienced local guides to help coordinate guided hunting trips, including transport, access and trip planning.
High-country fishing by helicopter
Fly into remote South Island rivers, alpine lakes and backcountry fishing spots that are difficult to access by road or on foot.
Whether you want a simple drop-off and pickup, or a full day moving between fishing locations, we can shape the flight around your group, your gear and the water you want to reach.
High-Country Trout Fishing
Fly in during the morning, fish for the day, then arrange an afternoon pickup. We can also support multi-day fishing trips with remote pickup from huts, riverbeds or agreed landing locations.
Multi-Spot Fishing Days
Cover more water in one day with the helicopter staying with you. Fish multiple remote spots, move with the conditions and make the most of your time in the high country.
Guide rates
For guide partnerships, seasonal access and client trip planning, please get in touch for our 2026–2027 season pricing and guide rates.
Helicopter Access For Guides, Guests & Private Groups
Some groups arrive with a GPS pin and a plan.
Others want help pulling the whole trip together.
Main Divide works with hunters, anglers, guides and private groups throughout Canterbury, helping coordinate helicopter access, pick-up locations, gear requirements and flight logistics.
You deal directly with Chris and Emily from the first conversation through to the day of the flight.
Pack For The Adventure. We'll Handle The Logistics.
Rifles. Rods. Waders. Packs. Camp gear. We'll talk through passenger numbers, equipment, weight limits and safety requirements before the day, making sure everything is loaded correctly and the flight runs smoothly.
For overnight hunting and fishing trips, we'll also confirm pickup plans, emergency contacts and any information relevant to the country you're heading into.
Memories From The Mountains
High-country huts.
Pick-up locations.
Hunting Drop-off.
Before you fly into the backcountry.
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A helicopter hunting or fishing trip gives you direct access to remote parts of Canterbury's high country that can take hours, or even days, to reach on foot.
Whether you're heading into a backcountry hut, chasing red deer during the Roar, accessing remote trout fishing water or planning a guided hunting trip, a helicopter allows you to spend more time in the country and less time getting there.
From self-guided hunting parties to fully guided experiences, every flight is planned around the group, the gear and the terrain. -
The best country is rarely close to the road. A helicopter gives you direct access to remote locations that can take hours, and sometimes days, to reach on foot.
That means:
• More hunting time
• More fishing time
• Access to better country
• Less energy spent getting there
• Flexible pickup options
• Greater access during limited trip windows
When you've taken time off work, organised a group and planned a trip, every hour matters. -
Flights depart from our base in Springfield, Canterbury, at the foothills of the Southern Alps and around an hour from Christchurch.
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Yes. We can carry hunting and fishing gear, including firearms, rods, packs and camping equipment. We’ll talk through space, weights and how gear needs to be packed before the flight.
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Yes. We can arrange remote pick-ups from huts, riverbeds and alpine locations throughout Canterbury’s high country, depending on weather, landing conditions and the plan for the trip.
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Yes. We work with experienced Canterbury guides for hunting and high-country trout fishing trips.
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Canterbury alpine weather can shift fast. Safety comes first, so we may adjust the route, timing or pick-up plan if conditions change.
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Yes. Roar season bookings can be planned in advance. Send through your preferred dates, group size and trip details so we can talk through options.
