Activity Christchurch, New Zealand

Southern Alps Scenic

4.8 (8 reviews) 1 h 15 min Free cancellation Private tour

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Southern Alps Scenic — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Discover the picturesque Southern Alps, one of New Zealand's most iconic land features. Fly over the immense checkerboard of the Canterbury Plains, across the tresses of the braided Waimakiriri River and to the sheer sides of a steep gorge to touch down at Chest Peak. Sitting at just under 6,500ft, the peak dwarfs most other mountains in the region.

Take in breathtaking, 360 degree vistas stretching from as far as the eye can see, including the Blockbuster backdrops of Castle Hill, the Lees Valley, Flock Hill Station and beyond. All our pilots proudly call Canterbury home and will share their wealth of knowledge and personal anecdotes as you fly near their much-loved and noteworthy spots.

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

Please note this flight does not include glaciers, however if glaciers are what you are interested in please see our 'Rakaia Glaciers' or 'World in a day' experiences!

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 15 min
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: A landing on Chest Peak - one of the highest mountains in the Canterbury Region

Itinerary

Waimakariri River

Passing by

Fly across the tresses of the braided Waimakariri River
Castle Hill

Passing by

See the incredible rock scape of Castle Hill
Canterbury Region

10 min

Fly over the vast Canterbury Plains inbound for Chest Peak - one of the highest mountains in the region at just under 6,500 ft, where you will land at the top to witness the truly breathtaking beauty this magnificent mountain range has to offer

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.