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Classic Flights

Spitfire Lane | Wanaka Airport, Wanaka 9343, New Zealand
+64 3 4434043
Ranked #1 of 14 attractions in Wanaka
5.0 of 5 stars 23 Reviews
Type: Scenic Drives
Owner description: Vintage Tiger Moth Scenic Flights with Classic Flights Wanaka, New Zealand. Have you ever dreamed of experiencing a piece of aviation history? To step...... more » Owner description: Vintage Tiger Moth Scenic Flights with Classic Flights Wanaka, New Zealand. Have you ever dreamed of experiencing a piece of aviation history? To step back in time where Pilots were larger than life, and heroes to all those who lifted their eyes skyward to the sound of an old Tigermoth flying overhead? Then take a flightseeing trip around Wanaka and see breathtaking New Zealand scenery in a Vintage Aircraft. Experience the excitement of the early flyers and their flying machines; the smell of oil and aviation fuel, combined with the aroma of fresh leather. As you don the old-style leather flying helmet, complete with flying goggles and silk scarf, experience the anticipation of being taken back in time to the nostalgia of this by-gone era.The exhilaration of the open cockpit and the wind in your face - discover the freedom and romance of a vintage scenic flight from Wanaka, one of the most spectacular scenic locations in New Zealand. « less
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Biggin Hill
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

My wife and I visited New Zealand April/May 2012 we missed Wings over Wanaka by one week but Wanaka Airport has always been my Mecca. We stayed two days on the shores of Lake Wanaka and I visited Wanaka Airport the first day and contacted Peter Hendriks CFI to book for me the ultimate experience, flying out of Wanaka, and... More

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

These guys and gals are complete professionals. From my first contact, to saying goodbye was sensational. The flight was spectacular.. The aircraft, the views.. Awesome.. And the price was fantastic. I would recommend this to anyone who is visiting Wanaka, or Queenstown.. A huge thanks to Julie, Peter and the team. More

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Melbourne, Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

Flying in a Tiger Moth - bucket list stuff! Over beautiful Lake Wanaka - unforgettable. The Classic Flights staff, especially pilot Peter - fantastic. The whole experience is very well managed, starting with Vera Lynn or the Andrews Sisters singing to you as you walk in the door. There's WWII memorabilia, leather flying jackets, silk scarves and leather flying helmets.... More

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Hayle, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

A surprize for me from my Daughter & Partner for my 70th. Beautiffuly kept aircraft,stunning views plus aerobatics! this is a must do in NZ Thanks to cheerfull operators Julie & Peter the smile is still on my face. ps Wanaka is atrully great destination whatever your age john e More

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Melbourne, Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2012

I sent my husband for a flight in a tiger moth on the day of his 40th Birthday.... he has been raving about it ever since. He loved the flight from beginning to end including flight overalls, authentic bomber jacket complete with fur collar and leather helmet with goggles. The views were nothing short of breathtaking and he enjoyed every... More

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ClassicFlights, Owner at Classic Flights, responded to this review
26 March 2012

Thanks for the great comments Caroline. Hope Trevor enjoyed the rest of his 40th birthday and he's got over the fact he's entered a new decade! (40 is the new 30 anyway!!) Cheers from the team at Classic Flights More

Queenstown, New Zealand
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2012

The organisation is so friendly, the flight in a 71 y.o. Tigermoth simply amazing. Must do the loop and barrel rolls again. Absolutely perfect. More

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Sao Paulo, SP
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2012

I made this flight with my wife in a perfect day in Wanaka. Each one with his own pilot. The views in this tour are really amazing, and the romantic dinner, prepared by the pilots in the middle of the tour was much above the expectations! In the afternoon before our tour one of the pilots called me asking what... More

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ClassicFlights, Owner at Classic Flights, responded to this review
5 March 2012

Thanks for the great feedback Daniel. Lake Wanaka is an amazing place and we love to be able to share it with our visitors. You can understand why our pilots enjoy coming to work each day. More

Sissach, Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012

We have chosen the "freedom & romance package" as a wedding gift from our friends. When we arrived at the Wanaka airport on January 17th 2012, we felt very welcome by Peter and his wife Julie. First, we had a briefing about the flight whilst drinking some tea outside of the Hangar. We had to sign a security contract, which... More

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ClassicFlights, Owner at Classic Flights, responded to this review
28 February 2012

Sue, delighted you both enjoyed your Freedom of Romance experience. It truly is a unique product and we just love sharing this stunning spot with our visitors. More

Evergreen, Colorado
Top Contributor
81 reviews 81 reviews
Reviews in 55 cities Reviews in 55 cities
75 helpful votes 75 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012

Just before leaving for NZ I found out about an aerobatical flight on a plane called the Silver Demon. When landing in NZ I gave my husband options of a skydive, bungee jump, a day sport motorcycle rental, a dirt bike tour, or an aerobatical flight. Once he found out he could fly in a plane that does aerobatics -... More

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Edinburgh, Scotland
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2011

I concur with all the other reviews, Classic Flights is a fantastic experience. The day we arrived, it was too windy to fly, but we were shown the air craft and talked through what would happen on the flight. The next morning we were good to go and the take off was smooth and flight over scenic Lake Wanaka and... More

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ClassicFlights, Manager at Classic Flights, responded to this review
2 January 2012

Thanks for a great review. Delighted you enjoyed the experience and well done for doing the loop! More

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