Kaikoura helicopter tour with picnic landing

Kaikoura Helicopter Tour With Picnic Landing

Enjoy a perfect picnic at altitude amongst the stunning Kaikoura Seaward Ranges!

South Island, New Zealand

Duration
75 minutes

Start & End Time
Varies

Pick-Up & Drop-Off
Not Included

Minimum Age
All Ages

Meals
Included

Start & End Location
West End Kaikoura, New Zealand

What's Included

A scenic flight touching down at a secluded alpine spot
Enjoy a delicious gourmet picnic amongst the Kaikoura Seaward mountain range
Relax in the peaceful nature
Possibility to spot Hector Dolphins, NZ Fur seals, or large schools of fish from helicopter

What to Expect

This helicopter tour is perfect for a romantic getaway, family adventure, or group of friends. You'll board a helicopter and soar over Kaikoura to a secluded spot. Here you'll have time to enjoy a delicious picnic at altitude amongst the stunning Kaikoura Seaward Ranges with panoramic views of the rugged coastline. You'll be able to spot the Kaikoura township and peninsula, down to Hapuku river and to Puhi Puhi Valley. The pilot will choose the best location on the day, where weather conditions are best and the views are the finest.

After your picnic, the pilot will fly back to the helipads. Keep an eye along the coast for native Hector Dolphins and or large schools of fish. Kaikoura is world-renowned for its whale watching – it also boasts some of the most spectacular scenery New Zealand has to offer. The tour lifts off from our centrally located helipads and within minutes fly over a spectacular environment. From the comfort of your helicopter, experience this ultimate vantage point for viewing the region and its wildlife.

This exclusive alpine flight allows you to get up close to some of the highest mountains in New Zealand and at altitude among the stunning Kaikoura Seaward Ranges for views of this unique setting. This tour includes a 30-minute flight with a 45-minute landing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Safety is paramount in determining if the weather is good to fly. Cancellations or postponements may occur if the weather is deemed unsafe to fly.

Individual and total weight restrictions apply to specific aircraft or flights.

Policies

Terms & Conditions:

All flights are subject to a minimum passenger number of 2 for brochure flights. Bookings will be accepted for numbers less than the required minimum and we will try our best to coordinate bookings to achieve the required minimum for the flight to depart, but this cannot be guaranteed.
All departures are subject to change or cancellation if weather conditions are not suitable or if the minimum numbers required for the flight are not met. The tour will do its best to reschedule your flight, or a refund will be offered (see Cancellation & Refund information below).
Flights operate every day except for Christmas Day.
Safety is paramount in determining if the weather is good to fly. Cancellations or postponements may occur if the weather is deemed unsafe to fly.
Flight times and routes are subject to weather conditions; the flight route may vary due to weather.
Individual and total weight restrictions apply to specific aircraft or flights.
The pilot will determine the seating of passengers based on weight and balance restrictions of the helicopter.
The helicopter used may vary and is at the discretion of Kaikoura Helicopters/GCH Aviation. Helicopters being R44, EC130, AS350.
Infants who weigh 18kgs or less and are aged 3 years or under fly free of charge, children over 3 and/or over 18kgs must occupy their own seat and the full fare be paid for that seat.
Child prices refer to the ages of 4 to 11 years old or infants weighing over 18kg.

Cancellation Policy:

Weather cancellations are out of the tour's control. They will try to rebook you for another time or a refund will be offered in accordance with our refund policy guidelines.
If you are unable to re-schedule the flight then a full refund will be offered.
No refund will be given for no-shows or changes you make to your booking less than 24 hours prior to departure.
Where payment is made by credit card and a refund applies, the amount must be refunded back to the credit card in New Zealand dollars. The tour takes no responsibility in paying any transaction fees incurred for this.