Cecil Peak

Area Description

Dominating the skyline from Queenstown, Cecil Peak holds a secret – on the south side of the mountain is stash of steep shady slopes that love a southerly storm. Dramatic with incredible lake views a days’ heli-skiing on Cecil Peak is a treat.

Favourite Run: Wither Or Not 

Wyuna Mountains

South Harris Mountains

Area Description

When a cold southerly has hit the Queenstown region the South Harris Mountains are the place to be. Flying north form Coronet Peak you quickly leave the ski area behind and enter some of the most user friendly terrain HMH has. Perfect for first time heli-skiers the South Harris region has been a stepping stone for many of valued repeat clients.

Favourite Run: Gold Mine

Richardson Mountains

Area Description

Running north up the Rees Valley the Richardson’s link HMH’s Glenorchy terrain up with the Tyndall Glacier area. Some of the region’s largest descent are here – Centaur Peak has 1100m descents on both its south and north sides. In the north is the picturesque Lake Lochnagar – the perfect place to look out over at lunch time and with a multitude of ski options.

Favourite Run: Labyrinth

Central Harris Mountains

Area Description

The Central Harris Mountains get snow from both the south and the west meaning there is always lick of fresh paint here. Well sheltered from the prevailing winds the Central Harris holds snow quality when other areas have been affected – beautiful wide open slopes make for some of the best heli cruising!

Favourite Run: No Regrets

Tyndall Glaciers

Area Description

The Tyndall Glacier region is the jewel in the crown of our Wanaka terrain. Situated within Mt Aspiring National Park the region features long, glaciated runs set against the stunning back drop of Mt Aspiring. Our longest run in the region, Headlong Spur is just over 1200m of vertical drop from a landing at 8000ft – that’s a lot of turns. In spring, the north facing slopes of the Isobel Glacier provide epic corn skiing.

Favourite Run: The Fall Line Shot on the Tyndall Glacier

North Harris Mountains

Area Description

Where it all began… the beating heart of HMH. The North Harris are a go-to option for consistent powder piggery. The big faces of Fog and Cragroysten Peaks dominate the region but there are plenty of sheltered stashes to choose from here.

Favourite Run: Holy Moses Chutes on Cragrosysten Peak

North Buchanans

Area Description

Renowned for the quality of its snow, this range is tucked to the lee side of the main peaks of Mt Aspiring National Park – result, often the best snow in the region. From the steeps of Dragon’s Head to the wide open slopes of A Trails the ‘North Buchs’ provide consistent skiing from go to whoa.

Favourite Run: Galactic Bypass

South Buchanans

Area Description

The ‘South Buchs’ might take a little time to fill in with snow but come the end of the season it’s here you’ll find us hitting the immaculate corn with the lake backdrop providing a jaw dropping view. In the meantime the steep south facing chutes of Mt Alta keep expert groups fully engaged.

Favourite Run: Great Expectations

Remarkables Range

Area Description

South from the ski area is a ski playground with terrain to suit all tastes. From the tight chutes of Huge to the open cruising of the Bears Ears there something for all here. Fantastic Lake and Mountain views.

Favourite Run: Yo Harold

Mount Aspiring

Neumann Range

Area Description

On the way to Mt Cook many of our charter groups have been loving exploring the seldom skied Neumann Range. Long, mainly west-facing runs dominate this remote corner – to the north the high peaks of Mount Cook National Park – to the south the blue waters of Lake Ohau, just a stunning place to be and numerous first descents still to be completed.

Favourite Run: The Honey Money

Ben Ohau Range

Area Description

From Harris Stream in the south to Fred Stream in the north the Ben Ohaus offer a huge amount of challenging skiing. The home of NZ’s first ever heli-ski operation HMH has been skiing this region for the past 15 years – and we’re still discovering un-skied gems. The steep glaciated terrain of Twin Streams is absolutely iconic heli terrain while the west facing flanks here turn on some of the best corn skiing on the planet.

Favourite Run: Darkies

Gammak Range

Area Description

Across the Tasman Valley from the Ben Ohaus lies the Gammack range. Well to the east of the main divide the Gammacks are known as a powder haven. Stunning views over Lake Pukaki and Mt Cook National Park combine with consistently steep and challenging terrain. First Creek, the Fraser and the Jollie valleys provide a huge diversity of long ski runs.

Favourite Run: The Scorpion Glacier

Leibig Range

Area Description

Skied in partnership with our colleagues at Mt Cook Heli-ski these ranges offer a truly spectacular experience. With views over the Murchison and Tasman glaciers this is the big country.

Favourite Run: Heart of Darkness

Maltebrun Range

Area Description

Skied in partnership with our colleagues at Mt Cook Heli-ski these ranges offer a truly spectacular experience. With views over the Murchison and Tasman glaciers this is the big country.

Favourite Run: Heart of Darkness