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Nelson: The Ultimate Lord of the Rings Combo Tour
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Nelson: Kahurangi National Park and Mt Owen Helicopter Tour

By Helicopters Nelson
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Overview
  • Official film location for Lord of the Rings Mines of Moria
  • Highest peak in the Kahurangi National Park
  • Picturesque views over Tasman and Golden Bay
  • A stunning landscape of glaciated marble karst
  • Mt Owen showcases some of the oldest rock in New Zealand

Activity location

    • Nelson
    • Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 8 Dakota Street, Nelson Airport, Nelson 7011, New Zealand | Park in our private carpark and check into our Reception
    • Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand

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What's included, what's not

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What you can expect

From Nelson Airport, fly southwest before entering the Kahurangi National Park for a landing on Mt Owen. Filming for Lord of the Rings was undertaken here for 10 days with the result being one of the most moving moments in the film.

It was here, distraught at the loss of Gandalf, the remaining members of the Fellowship escaped the mines and threw themselves to the ground in their grief.

Mt Owen showcases some of the oldest rock in New Zealand and has priceless geological properties. As you ascend, a landscape of glaciated marble karst is exposed and you appreciate the challenges for film crew working within the harsh alpine environment.

Your pilot will guide you and allow time for plenty of photos and for soaking in the atmosphere of this unique location.

Re-board your helicopter for the return flight back to Nelson Airport. A flight of a lifetime you won't forget.

Location

Activity location

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    • Nelson
    • Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 8 Dakota Street, Nelson Airport, Nelson 7011, New Zealand | Park in our private carpark and check into our Reception
    • Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand