Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Kaikoura Whales
Fly with Garden City Helicopters from Christchurch to Kaikoura for the ultimate whale watching experience ever!
Take in views of the spectacular rich marine environment off shore from Kaikoura. See a mighty sperm whale in their natural environment alongside dolphin and seals. From the mountains to the sea.
• Duration: 3 Hours (approx.)
Local pilots
Live commentary on board
Lunch not included in price
Departure Point
73 Grays Road, Yaldhurst, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
Garden City Helicopters, Christchurch, New Zealand Check in at reception.
You will be given a safety briefing and, meet your pilot.
Toilets available before departure. 15 minutes
Christchurch, Christchurch, New Zealand On take off you will have a great birds eye view as you fly north to Kaikoura.
See the pristine coastline with magnificent views of the Canterbury
Plains and in the distance the spectacular Southern Alps. After
landing take to the air with our Kaikoura Helicopters to view the spectacular whales.
Kaikoura, Kaikoura, New Zealand View the mighty Sperm Whale as he rests on the surface of the ocean, catching his breath in between deep dives foraging for food.
Kaikoura is also a migratory route for a variety of different whale and dolphin species such as the Humpback Whale, Blue Whale, Southern Right Whale and Orca, so we never know from flight to flight when we might spot something different!
After viewing magnificent marine life, you will fly high above Kaikoura and land amongst the towering Seaward Kaikoura range.
From here you will take in some of the most breath-taking views that New Zealand has to offer. (Snow Landings in winter!)
With views to the west of the mountainous Seaward Kaikoura Range, east over the Kaikoura township to the iconic Kaikoura Peninsula stretching out like a whale’s fluke and south down a coastline that stretches for miles. On a clear day you can even see the North Island on the horizon!
60 minutes
Kaikoura, Kaikoura, New Zealand On landing back at Kaikoura after your whale watching flight, there will be time to walk the main street or grab some lunch. 45 minutes
Christchurch, Christchurch, New Zealand Depart Kaikoura to Christchurch.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All passenger weights MUST be advised at time of booking. You will be weighed at check in
,Please dress appropriately for casual attire
Children must be accompanied by an adult
We see whales 97% of the time. Occasionally, despite our very best efforts and flight planning, you may not see a whale. This is rare and unfortunate, but can happen. No refund for this instance
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
ragheshd
13 Apr 2025
Super stuff... Must do... Whales, dolphins and seals are in abundance... Team is great... Very professional and knowledgeable... Pure joy!!! Well worth it...
This tour in
New Zealand
is organized by
Garden City Helicopters
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