Glenfalloch Station - Methven Heli’s Staging Point
Methven Heliskiing’s helipad is located at Glenfalloch Station, a high country farm only 1.5 hours from Christchurch. Heliski guests can commute from Methven - or stay and take advantage of boutique on-farm accommodation.
Glenfalloch Helipad - one hour from Methven
Driving from Methven to the helipad takes approximately one hour. The scenic route follows the Rakaia River, along unsealed farm roads.
At Glenfalloch your guide runs a pre-flight safety briefing before starting the heliski day. Your delicious heliski lunch is prepared in the farm kitchen using local produce.
Accommodation at Glenfalloch
Glenfalloch's accommodation features 2 large houses and a single bedroom cottage - all extensively renovated with commanding views of the Arrowsmiths. They are ideal for a quiet couple's getaway, family, or group of friends. Glenfalloch also caters for corporate incentive groups.
Hosts Charles and Dietlind Todhunter can organise hikes, fishing, and other activities for guests who do not want to heliski.
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Accommodation at Lake Heron
Across the valley is Lake Heron station, operated by the chief pilot Phillip Todhunter. Lake Heron's high country lodging packages come with a bonus… If you stay at Lake Heron, Phil will fly you to Glenfalloch to start your days heliskiing!
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Driving Directions to Glenfalloch
Turn off Highway 77 to Blackford Road, on to Double Hill Run Rd (both unsealed).
Your guides provide daily transport to Glenfalloch. If you want to self-drive we recommend a rugged vehicle (all wheel drive, or 4WD).