Kaikoura Helicopters Grand Alpine Helicopter Tour

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About this activity

Departing from our centrally located beachfront pads, skirting the beautiful Kaikoura Peninsula, before climbing over 8000 feet into the Seaward Kaikoura Ranges where you get to experience the vast, rugged mountain ranges and seaward views. All from the comfort of your luxury helicopter. Take the opportunity to stand on the highest mountain outside of the Southern Alps and soak in the magnificent views of the East Coast of the South Island and Pacific Ocean.

Nature and Wildlife Tours Private and Luxury Audio Guides Helicopter Tours Small Group Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate Agent Low Quality Product

At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Audio guide: English
Guide: English
Operated by: Kaikoura Helicopters

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–110 years)

What is included

Included

Included: See landslides, rock falls and fault lines caused by the November 2016 earthquake.
Included: Land at an exclusive site on the breathtaking Seaward Kaikoura ranges
Included: Explore the unique and rugged Kaikoura Coastline
Included: Photo opportunities both in and outside of the helicopter given in the end of experience
Included: Live commentary from our pilots who are flying encyclopedias on the local area.

Itinerary

Kaikoura

1 h 10 min

The Grand Alpine Heli-tour climbs high among the seaward Kaikoura ranges, flying past peaks that rise above 8000ft, with snow visible in winter.

Look east over the Kaikoura plains and peninsula out to the Pacific Ocean. Land at a select alpine site of your pilot's choosing - all sites offer amazing views.

See landslides, rock falls and fault lines caused by the November 2016 earthquake.
Stop 2

Passing by

Look west over the Clarence Valley to the inland Kaikoura ranges, home to Mt Tapuae-o-Uenuku - the highest mountain outside the Southern Alps.
Stop 3

Passing by

Fly over Puhi Peaks Station - home of only two Hutton's Shearwater colonies remaining. Keep an eye out for chamois and deer which run through the property.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Opposite Cooper Catch fish and chip restaurant. Underneath the railway bridge.

End point

Opposite Cooper Catch fish and chip restaurant. Underneath the railway bridge.

Using your ticket

Please present voucher at reception on arrival at 16 West End, Kaikoura

Please call 24 hours in advance to reconfirm and check weather conditions +64 3 319 6609

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.