Kaikoura Helicopter Tour: Scenic Round-Trip with Hurunui River Gorge Jet Boat Experience
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Kaikōura
Embark on a thrilling Kaikoura helicopter tour and explore the stunning Hurunui River Gorge on a jet boat. Enjoy breathtaking views of the coast and capture amazing photos along the way.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kaikoura - Departing from Kaikoura Helicopters stunning beachfront helipads, look back upon the township that is wedged between the South Pacific ocean and the Kaikoura ranges.

Experience a birds eye view of the dramatic landscape as you head over the Kaikoura peninsula and track south along the coastline. Keep an eye out over the ocean as the area is known for Sperm Whales, sometimes seen close to the shoreline.

Look down on the winding road through the Hundalees Hills and over the local winery of Mt Beautiful Vineyard to then land at the river and board your jet boat.

What's Included
  • Headset with microphone for clear communication
  • Explore Kaikoura Coastline’s unique terrain
  • Live commentary from knowledgeable pilots
  • Scenic helicopter and jet boat tours
Additional Information

Embark from our beachfront helipads situated in the heart of the city, for an unforgettable helicopter tour of the Kaikoura Coast. Enjoy an aerial perspective of the striking landscape, which provides perfect photo ops.

Journey through the captivating Hurunui River gorge with Energy Jet on a 30-minute round trip.

After the jet boat adventure, board your helicopter for the return leg of the journey, flying north via the mouth of the Hurunui river and following the coast back to Kaikoura.

  • A headset is provided with a microphone for communicating with your pilot
  • Please call 24 hours in advance to reconfirm your booking +64 3 319 6609
  • We recommend wearing covered shoes and bringing a warm jacket
  • We recommend bringing your camera and sunglasses
  • All passengers will be weighed before departure
  • Your pilot in command will load helicopter based on weight and balance
  • All flights are subject to weather conditions and minimum numbers. Please see our website for full terms and conditions
  • If the weather does not allow you to fly, we will be happy to rebook you for a later time if your travel schedule allows. Alternatively your voucher can be used at one of our other helicopter bases in Wellington or Christchurch
  • Please bring along any medication you may need
Location
16 West End
West End
under the Railway over bridge on the main street
Cancellation Policy

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

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Famvanderwende57
Jan 16, 2024
First helicopter flight - This was a wonderful experience for me seeing the water underground me and seeing dolphins. This was so cool, my sister and I were with my grandparents. I rate 10/10.
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