Kaikoura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch | 30 minutes

33 Reviews | Kaikoura
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Kaikoura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch
2 Adults x $201.36
$402.72
Approx Total
$402.72

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Headset with microphone to clearly hear your commentary and ask questions on your journey
  • Scenic helicopter excursion to view sperm whales and wildlife
  • Explore the unique and rugged Kaikoura Coastline
  • View from above Kaikouraā€™s deep-sea canyon while searching for a Giant Sperm Whale
  • Unique and uninterrupted views of magnificent marine mammals from above in your luxury helicopter
  • Live commentary from our pilots who are flying encyclopedias on the local area.

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.

Meeting points

Kaikoura Helicopters is situated under the rail bridge on the main street of Kaikoura. Look for the whales on the windows and the smiling staff on the reception.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Kaikoura

    This helicopter tour departs from our beachfront heli-pads and within minutes you'll be in the spectacular environment that plays host to one of the world's largest marine mammals, the magnificent Sperm Whale. From the comfort of our helicopter, you will enjoy the ultimate whale-spotting experience. Enjoy spectacular, panoramic views of Kaikoura Peninsula. See the seal colonies along the rocks at the end of Kaikoura Peninsula. There is a possibility of seeing dolphins, baleen whales migrating through, and humpback whales on their way back and forth from their feeding grounds down near Antarctica, to their birthing and breeding grounds in Tonga/Niue in May/Nov We operate under the strict guidelines of our whale watching concession from the Department of Conservation whilst also abiding to the Marine Mammals Protection Act

    30 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adultā€™s lap
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund
February 06No refund

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 experienceā€™s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experienceā€™s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experienceā€™s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experienceā€™s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If itā€™s canceled due to poor weather, youā€™ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

4.7

33 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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    28
  • 4 stars
    3
  • 3 stars
    1
  • 2 stars
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  • 1 star
    1
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