www.womanthismonth.com February 2017 57 Heli-skiing takes you right to the top of untracked peaks smothered in powdery snow. Eat at the famous Fergburger which serves delicious fast food. Marvel at the diving ducks at the underwater observatory of Lake Wakaitu. Skydiving is a popular adventure sport that attracts people from around the world. Heli-skiing is being sought after by sporting enthusiasts because it involves helicopter access to remote areas and slopes of virgin powder snow. This also means no long lines queueing for ski lifts and wide, open terrain to explore. The spectacular Southern Alps of New Zealand, located near Queenstown, offer an experience that even intermediate skiers can enjoy. New Zealand is considered to be the heli capital of the world. You can go almost anywhere in the country via a chopper for mountain biking, hot-springing, canyoneering, sightseeing, bungee-jumping and plenty more. Queenstown also has a plethora of entertainment unique to the location. Heli-skiing in Southern Alps, New Zealand The contrasting landscape of Queenstown showcases a sandy lakeshore against the backdrop of rocky mountains. Try the luge, a wheeled plastic sled which takes you down the mountain track. The Skyline Gondola lets you witness fabulous views.
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