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Kaikoura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch

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Kaikoura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch

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23 Dec
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24 Dec
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26 Dec
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Kaikoura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch

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Highlights

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.

Itinerary

  • Kaikoura

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    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

What's included

INCLUDED

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 Kaikoura’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.

Customer reviews

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Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
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 adult’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

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