Activity Christchurch, New Zealand

World in a day

4–5 hours Free cancellation Private tour

World in a day, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Take off from Christchurch & fly over the Canterbury Plains towards the spectacular Rangitata Gorge, side by side with the Southern Alps. Sidle up to Forest Creek through to the expansive Mackenzie Basin & down to the aquamarine glow of Lake Tekapo to touch down & soak in the spectacular vista. Feast your eyes on the unforgettable azure of Lake Pukaki & head up to the famous Aoraki, Mount Cook as the Tasman Glacier comes into full view. Fly towards the Murchison Glacier to the head of the Rangitata River Valley. Sour along Mount Arrowsmith & touch down at the top of the interweaving braids of Rakaia River. Settle in for a picnic served with unobstructed views, overlooking two of Canterbury's glaciers only accessible by helicopter. After lunch, follow the wandering braids of the stony river, past Lake Coleridge & into the blockbuster scenery of the Craigieburn Basin.

Please note we are unable to guarantee snow at any time particularly during Summer months (November – February)

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At a glance

Duration: 4–5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Christchurch Helicopters

Ages: Adults (3–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Alcoholic beverages: New Zealand Wine and Beer included. Champagne/spirits are an extra cost.
Included: A platter style picnic lunch overlooking the Glaciers

Itinerary

Canterbury Region

Passing by

Fly over the Canterbury Plains towards the spectacular Rangitata Gorge
Mackenzie Basin

Passing by

Fly over the expansive Mackenzie Basin and down to the aquamarine glow of Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo

10 min

Land at Tekapo airport and if you wish explore the township and shores.
Lake Pukaki

Passing by

Fly over the turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki
Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)

Passing by

Fly past New Zealand's largest mountain
Tasman Glacier

Passing by

Fly past New Zealand's largest glacier
Murchison

Passing by

Fly towards the Murchison Glacier and swing around north into the Godley Valley
Stop 8

Passing by

Pass over the Rangitata River Valley
Rakaia

30 min

The mighty Rakaia River is one of New Zealand's largest braided rivers and is fed by a number of glaciers at the head of the valley. Touch down at the top of the River for a picnic.
Lake Coleridge

Passing by

Lake Coleridge is located in the Canterbury high country and is situated in an over-deepened valley formed by a glacier over 20,000 years ago.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

25 Aviation Drive - Enter the Harewood Aviation Park and Christchurch Helicopters is the first on your right

End point

25 Aviation Drive - Enter the Harewood Aviation Park and Christchurch Helicopters is the first on your right

Using your ticket

Show or hand in your ticket to the front desk upon arrival.

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.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Due to the length of this flight it is not recommended people with serious medical conditions