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Treat your Valentine to a Champagne Sunset Scenic Flight for Two
with Heletranz Helicopters.

Sip champagne Bollinger pre-flight as you prepare for a spectacular helicopter flight over Auckland at Sunset. Lifting off from the heliport as the shadows lengthen and the lights of Auckland city begin to wink into view is an amazing experience—you will see why Auckland is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

At sunset, the landscape softens and familiar identities like volcanic cones melt into the darkness as the city lights take centre stage—the illuminated Sky Tower and Museum in the Auckland Domain standing out as highlights from the sky.

Just $340 per person ($680 per couple) for this exclusive flight – it’ll just be you, your significant other and our pilot onboard. Hurry, spaces are filling fast.

 

 

This story was originally published by NZ Herald.

Winston Aldworth flies from Albany to Tantalus Estate on Waiheke for an elaborate lunch date with Heletranz

 

The aircraft: An Airbus Helicopters EC130, aka the Eurocopter. It’s a beaut machine, and will buzz along happily at north of 200km/h.

My seat: I had a window seat in the back on the way out and a spot up front on the way home — basic helicopter joyride etiquette dictates that you swap around for the return journey so everyone gets a chance at the best view possible.

Service: Check in is swift (“Hi, I’m Winston.” “Great. You’ll be off in a few minutes”). Our pilot Jules Miller is your classic Kiwi aviator: Matter-of-fact safety briefing (check); well-rehearsed one-liner about not inflating lifejackets inside the cabin
(check!); bone-dry humour (check!), sunnies on (check!) — we’re ready for lift off!

How full: There’s room for two passengers in the front seats, alongside the pilot, and four spread across the back. So, seven seats in total.
There’s plenty of space inside. The EC130 has, it’s claimed, the largest cabin of any chopper in its class.

Fellow passengers: A couple of social-media types in the influencing business and the fabulous Sofia Ambler, owner of Heletranz.

Food and drink: Store your tray tables, folks — you won’t be needing them. After our short, stunning jaunt across the Harbour, we land at Tantalus Estate, onWaiheke.
The place looks stunning as we twist into our descent. We’re there to check out the Heli Wait & Return Spring Special, a fabulous long lunch for high-rollers and those (like us) who are more high-five and faking it.
Things start well — we’re greeted upon landing with a glass of Tantalus Methode Traditionnelle. From there, we take a table on the outside deck where — wait for it, Aucklanders — it was too hot to sit in the direct sun. We settle in quickly for an excellent three- course lunch.

Chef Tino Passano was recently named as the Australasian Tapas Champion for 2019, and will be representing New Zealand at the World Tapas competition in Spain later this year. Yes, it’s a thing. He does fine work on our lunches — one at the table opted for the beef, the rest of us dove into divine snapper.

Flight time: We’re in the air for around 15 minutes each way. The helicopter will wait a maximum of two hours for you to have your meal.

Price: The price per person gets better the more you have. For six people, it works out at $540pp; for two, it’s $1260pp. (You can also do two people in a Robinson R44 for $930pp.)

Entertainment: We flew on a mint day (one of those ones where everyone starts talking about how winter must definitely be finished), getting a fab view of Team New Zealand doing sea trials and taking an angled banking fly-by for a good look at Rangitoto’s crater. The best view? When you’re seated up front and can see the ground whizzing past through the bubble canopy right by your feet.

The final word: A superb celebration of the best of Waiheke.

Can you have a luxury Fieldays experience? No doubt.

Among the mud-splattered redbands and well-loved swannies they might not be so easy to pick. But some attendees are opting to make the rugged Fieldays experience that little bit more luxury.

Read the full article on Stuff here.

Freestyle MX rider Taka Higashino riding his motorbike on the Auckland Sky Tower

Heletranz works with Monster Energy to aerial film MX rider Taka Higashino, who is the first-ever person to ride a motorcycle on the SKYCITY Skytower (over 190metres above the city ground) to promote the Monster Energy S-X Open coming to Auckland this weekend.

WATCH THE VIDEO ON THE ROCK HERE

Our new progressive dining package has launched and featured in Denzien online!

Read the full article on Denizen here.

Launching our Winter Escapes Packages with the help from New Zealand Social Influencers.

Heletranz teamed up with the wonderful Stonyridge Vineyard in the launch of their Winter Escapes. With the help of some of New Zealand’s top social influencers, this fabulous treat was documented and shared on Facebook, Instagram and other social media platforms.

Director of Heletranz Helicopters, Sofia Ambler hosted Makaia Carr, The Style Insider, Samual Levi, Erin Simpson and Mummy Loves – safe to say they all had an extraordinary day!

 

Heletranz Helicopters Films The Volvo Ocean Race Stopover in Auckland.

Heletranz helicopters, in conjunction with Tony Monk Films, was the official film provider for the Volvo Ocean Race stopover in Auckland. Excellent, live coverage came straight from Heletranz’ Eurocopter Squirrel rigged with the latest camera gear. Tony Monk was the pilot and Richard Mason commentated the race. Our Eurocopter EC130 and Agusta Westland 109 Grand were also out following the excitement on the water that day. Clients were taking in all the action from above, celebrating with champagne before flying over to Waiheke Island and The Bay of Islands.

Mudbrick Cottages Winter Special

Snuggle up in a charming Mudbrick Cottage on Waiheke Island — a winter treat for two that includes being whisked to the island by luxury helicopter, a three-course a la carte dinner and a winter-warming breakfast. This package is priced from $995 per person, when two people travel together. Available until September 30.

– As seen in the NZ Herald Travel supplement July 25 2017

 

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Gather together your five ‘besties’ and swoop in to Waiheke Island aboard a helicopter for two luxurious nights at the contemporary haven of Marino Ridge. This special package, based on a group of six people travelling together, will cost $895 each, and includes your return helicopter flight to Auckland.

Call us now to book (09) 415 3550 or click here

Sofia Ambler: Flying High.   Westpac REDNews – Inspiring Women.

“Originally from Sweden, Sofia Ambler moved to Auckland in 2013 with her husband John to buy Heletranz, a helicopter charter business. She recently took over the New Zealand chapter of The Luxury Network, the world’s leading luxury affinity marketing group and she’s a big believer in the power of mentoring.”

“Ladies, let the ladder down…and haul the others up behind you,” are the closing words of Diane Foreman’s book, ‘In the Arena’. In the book Foreman shares some of the lessons she’s learned on the way to creating a globally successful business empire, lessons that inspired Sofia Ambler to work harder and smarter on her businesses.

“Reading Diane’s book was a wakeup call for me,” she says. “I already knew I needed to do a lot of the things she talked about, but I hadn’t actioned them.

“After reading ‘In the Arena’ I promised to stop making excuses. More importantly, it made me think I can do this.”

“Sofia and John decided to focus on the charter business and high end tourism. Since they bought the business they’ve gone from two helicopters to seven, and Sofia’s client facing skills have been instrumental in that growth.

She works closely with inbound tour operators and concierges in the hotels while brand collaborations have also been really important to the business.

“I saw the value of collaborating with other brands rather than spending all of our marketing budget on advertising or PR,” says Sofia. “That’s how I got involved with The Luxury Network.”

Looking for a unique and luxurious weekend getaway with your friends? Look no further than Marino Ridge on Waiheke Island. With its stunning, contemporary design and breathtaking views, Marino Ridge is the perfect destination for a special group trip. And with Heletranz’s exclusive package, your trip to Marino Ridge will be even more unforgettable.

Heletranz offers return helicopter flights from its Heliport, ensuring that you arrive in style and comfort. Once you land, you’ll enjoy 2 nights of luxury accommodation in Marino Ridge’s beautiful and spacious haven. With its modern design and top-notch amenities, this haven is the perfect place to relax and recharge with your friends.

And the best part? This unforgettable trip is only $895 per person for a group of 6. That’s a great deal for a weekend of luxury and relaxation on one of New Zealand’s most beautiful islands.

To learn more about Heletranz’s exclusive package, call the company at 09 415 3550 or visit their website. But act fast – this special offer is only valid from 18th April to 31st July 2017. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to experience the best of Waiheke Island with Heletranz and Marino Ridge.

City & Volcanoes Scenic Flight

$199 per person

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Marino Ridge Special

From $895 per person

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Eco-Zip on Waiheke

Perfect for kids and adults

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Click here to see our article that featured in the Denizen for the Headland’s Sculpture on the Gulf event

For three weeks only—28th Jan-3rd Feb—New Zealand’s foremost outdoor sculpture exhibition allows you to experience the power and beauty of contemporary sculpture in the landscape. 35 new artistic concepts created specifically for the event will be shown along a 2km section of the stunning Waiheke headland—one of the best walks on the island.
Why not combine this treat with a fabulous meal at Mudbrick Vineyard and Restaurant and fly in by helicopter? Arguably one of the most picturesque destinations in the country, Mudbrick has a timeless appeal with its characteristic, richly-coloured earth bricks which provide a warm, natural ambience surrounded by lavender gardens and spectacular gulf views. Distinctive, up-market cuisine, fine Waiheke wines and great service guarantee a truly memorable dining experience. Flying in by helicopter to land in the grounds is an absolute must.
On arrival, enjoy a glass of Mudbrick Bubbles and a superb 3-course a la carte lunch before being transferred by taxi to the beginning of the headland Sculpture On The Gulf exhibition.

Serena Williams, recently described as the famously feisty, sexy superstar, recently took a flight with Heletranz to Waiheke’s secluded Cactus Bay with her new fiancé Alexis Ohanian.