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Kaikoura Helicopters Extended Whale Watch flight
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- 40 minutes
- Flight time: 40 minutes
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Take in aerial views of the home of one of the world's largest marine mammals on this scenic helicopter flight in Kaikōura. Search for sperm whales, dolphins and have a better chance at seeing baleen whales. Get panoramic views of the South Island's rugged east coast. See whales feeding further offshore, away from the tourist boats.
- View sperm whales and other wildlife
- Explore the rugged Kaikōura coastline
- Live commentary from pilots
- Extended helicopter flight
What's Included
- Scenic helicopter excursion to view sperm whales and wildlife
- View from above Kaikoura’s deep-sea canyon while searching for a Giant Sperm Whale
- Explore the unique and rugged Kaikoura Coastline
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 16 West End, Kaikōura 7300, New Zealand
Across the road from Coopers Catch fish and chip restaurant and below the railway bridge.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Kaikoura
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Total weight per passenger: 221 lbs
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start 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.
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Reviews
4.5
11 reviews
Craig_T, Mar 2024
What an amazing experience!! We were lucky enough to see 2 whales, a pod of dolphins, and a lot of seals. Being able to view these creatures from this perspective is so cool! Highly recommend!
Sophie_A, May 2022
Amazing experience! It was my first helicopter experience and it was absolutely magical! Staff and pilot were very professional and friendly! We were lucky enough to see whales after 5min being in the air.
Pilots gave us the option to fly longer or not and make the decision while onboard. Highly highly recommend! One of the best things I’ve ever done in NZ in 4 years spent here!
Response from Host, Apr 2023
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