Unforgettable Helicopter Adventures
Across the Top of New Zealand’s South Island
Welcome to Reid Helicopters
Reid Helicopters Nelson is a locally owned and operated helicopter company specialising in personalised tours of the Nelson & Marlborough regions.
We are also Nelson’s leading provider of commercial services.
With 3 generations of experience operating helicopters in Nelson and the surrounding national parks, who better to show you the diversity of our naturally beautiful region?
Our Most Popular Adventures
Whether you’re looking to experience breathtaking golden coastlines from the air, enjoy gourmet dining in a unique wilderness location, or ride an epic mountain biking trail, Reid Helicopters have the ultimate variety of trips and tours for all. Our team of exceptional pilots (and awesome aircraft) are ready to show you all the amazing places this spectacular region has to offer. Your unforgettable experience is just a click away…
Enjoy The Fresh Air In Stunning Locations
Hit the trails with the ultimate Reid Helicopters Heli-Biking Adventures.
From family biking to hard core shredding, our Heli-biking options get you away from the crowds to places few have been but many dream of.
Private Charters and Lodge Transfers
Our central location at the Top of the South Island means we are ideally situated to offer private lodge-to-lodge transfers throughout New Zealand. We also offer airport-to-lodge transfers, so you can sit back, relax and begin your holiday the moment you step out of the terminal.
Our range of scenic flights and adventure tours are out of this world, but if you are looking for a truly unique experience or have a dream flight in mind, we also specialise in creating bespoke itineraries for our clients. So if you’re planning a special celebration or once-in-a-lifetime experience, give us a call – we love to make dreams come true!


Commercial Services
3 generations of the Reid family have been dedicated to assisting clients in the Nelson Tasman region, achieve commercial success through a wide range of services. Our services include:
- LIFTING/ CONSTRUCTION
- CONSERVATION
- ENERGY/ FARMING/ FORESTRY SUPPORT
- FROST PROTECTION