50 Minute Coastal Whale Watch

Highlights & inclusions

Scenic helicopter flight
Beachfront heli-pads
Whale watch flight with coastal landing
The best of both worlds
Ultimate photo opportunity
Exclusive coastal landing spot

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Tue, Jul 2, 2024

What you can expect

Only by helicopter can you aerial whale watch one minute then be landing on a hilltop high above Kaikōura's unique and rugged coastline in the next.

Land above Goose Bay at our exclusive landing site over looking Hikurangi Marine Reserve and Kaikōura Canyon. From the landing site you will see north along the coast to the peninsula, mouth to the Haumuri Bluff, west past the rolling green hills to the Kaikōura Seaward ranges.

When the whales are close to shore, it is possible to spot their spouts as they breathe and the splashing from dolphins jumping.

Location

16 West End, Kaikōura, Canterbury 7300

What you need to know

Inclusions
  • Approximately 50 minute flight
  • Landing on a hilltop high above Kaikoura's unique and rugged coastline
  • Experienced pilot
Highlights
  • Scenic helicopter flight
  • Beachfront heli-pads
  • Enjoy spectacular, panoramic views of Kaikoura & coastline
  • Kaikoura whale watching from above
Time
  • This experience starts at 9am
  • Please check in 15 minutes prior to your booking time
Duration
  • Please allow approximately 50 minutes for this experience
Departure Location
  • This experience departs from 16 West End, Kaikoura
Additional Information
  • Children under 3 years of age & under 18kg travel for free only on a paying adults lap
  • Child prices apply (3-11yrs or infants weighing over 18kg). Child prices only apply when accompanied by two full adult fares
  • Minimum numbers apply for flight to go ahead
  • Trip is weather dependent - all departures are subject to change or cancellation if weather conditions are not suitable
  • Flight times and routes are subject to weather conditions; the flight route may vary due to weather
  • 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 experience provider
  • 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
  • If you do not see a whale, unfortunately we do not have a refund policy
  • No refund will be given for no-shows or changes you make to your booking less than 24 hours prior to departure
  • Infants under 3 years or weighing 18kgs or less must be held by a paying adult who is occupying a seat in the back of the helicopter only
  • Please call experience provider at least 24 hours prior to departure to check the weather conditions, reconfirm booking and departure time. This allows time for flight adjustments should the weather be looking unfavourable
Cancellation Policy
  • No cancellation fee applies for FIT (bookings under 4 people) for cancellations made at least 24 hours in advance or for groups of 5+ the cancellation notice is at least 4 days in advance of your booking. 100% fee applies inside 4 days
Booking Information
  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

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