Kaikoura Helicopters Top n Tail Whale Watch flight | La Vacanza Travel

Kaikoura Helicopters Top n Tail Whale Watch flight

Duration: 1 hour
Destination: New Zealand, Canterbury, Kaikoura
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  • 1 hour
  • Kaikoura
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Helicopters depart from our centrally located beach front helipads, lifting off on your scenic helicopter tour to view the Kaikoura Coast. View Sperm Whales from head to tail, offering you a unique and uninterrupted vantage point of these magnificent marine mammals. Enjoy the true Kaikoura 'where the mountains meet the sea' experience by further exploring the Seaward Kaikoura ranges and a Alpine landing with magnificent views.

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary
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Stop At: Kaikoura, Kaikoura, Canterbury Region, South Island

Take off from our centrally located helipads and within minutes be viewing the mighty Sperm whales. Then climb high above Kaikoura to land among the rugged Seaward Kaikoura Ranges, taking in some of the most breathtaking views that New Zealand has to offer.

Enjoy views of the Seaward Kaikoura Ranges, the Kaikoura flats and the peninsula stretching out like a whale's Fluke. See the different colours of water along the coastline where fresh, silty water comes out of the rivers and mixes in the salty seawater.

Weather permitting, fly to the head of the Kowhai River to see landslides and large cracks along the hillsides from the November 2016 earthquake. Fly over one of only two remaining Hutton's Shearwater colonies.

Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • 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
  • Live commentary from our pilots who are flying encyclopedias on the local area.
  • Headset with microphone to clearly hear your commentary and ask questions on your journey
  • Unique and uninterrupted views of magnificent marine mammals from above in your luxury helicopter
  • Alpine landing on the extraordinary Kaikoura Seaward Ranges.

Exclusions

    Additional Info

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • 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 any medication that you may need on the flight
    • You are welcome to bring a facemask to wear
    • 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
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

    Departure Point

    Departure Point

    16 West End, Kaikōura 7300, New Zealand


    Return Details

    Returns to original departure point

    Duration & Voucher Info

    Voucher info

    You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

    Duration

    1 hour

    Cancellation Policy

    User's Reviews

    Bradley_D

    24 Nov, 2023

    It’s absolutely worth going to Kaikoura to do this whale watching flight. Our guide was great and made the trip very enjoyable. He was very knowledgeable about the whales and the surrounding areas. We did see a couple pods of dolphins which was cool, but we got a little unlucky with the whale because it stayed under longer than usual. We chose to go land on a mountain instead and it was so worth it. The pilot gave us the option so had we rather stayed out to watch for the whale he would have let us. We landed on an area where we were totally surrounded by mountains. It was one of the most peaceful places I’ve ever been, and he didn’t make us feel rushed allowing us to take plenty of pictures and videos of the beautiful views. It was an awesome experience.

    James_L

    07 Aug, 2023

    Seeing sperm whales up close and then hitting the summit of a snow-capped mountain within minutes captures what is excellent about visiting New Zealand. Our pilot was very polite and helpful and really made sure my seven year old daughter loved our trip.

    Markus_E

    05 Aug, 2023

    … it has been a remarkable experience. Aron - our pilot - was an amazing guy! He explained us the whole whale biology. It was for all of us the first time flying on a helicopter and we felt perfectly save at all times!

    Wanderer27536994447

    24 May, 2023

    We had an amazing sunny afternoon flight with Aaron. Thanks to Aaron’s flexibility we started an afternoon earlier to use the incredible weather. Spotted a Sperm Whale, a huge group of dolphins and seals sleeping on the coastal rocks. Great experience, thank you so much for this excellent whale experience :)

    timgina1

    13 Oct, 2022

    We thoroughly enjoyed a top n tail tour. We saw a sperm whale and some lovely scenery in the mountains including a lot of deer. We did this ride with a 3 year old, who loved every minute of it. Our pilot Aaron was super friendly and gave commentary along the way so we new what we were looking for/at. I highly recommend doing this helicopter ride in Kaikoura, seeing the massive sperm whale then the stunning mountain scenery is a must.

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