Kaikoura Heli-Whale Watch Explorer

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Tour Code: 481807

Kaikoura Heli-Whale Watch Explorer

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Tour Code: 481807
Departure City
Kaikoura
End City
Kaikoura
Tour Type
Helicopter
Duration
30 minutes
Language
English Live
Guide Type
Fully Guided Tour
Activity Level
Easy

Highlights

• Experience views like no other and see beauty of Kaikoura and the incredible sperm whale from the comfort of a helicopter! • See the whole whale, from head to tail, while experiencing incredible views and additional wildlife in the area • Join New Zealand's only whale watching by helicopter company fully permitted by the Department of Conservation • Maximize your time with the whales, while minimizing your impact on the animals

Itinerary

Arrive at our town office and enjoy complimentary transport to the helipads, located right next to the Kaikoura Whale Sanctuary, home to a year-round population of sperm whales. You are met by our friendly pilots for a short safety briefing and information on the wildlife. After the briefing, board the helicopter to start your amazing experience! Head out into the Hikurangi Marine Reserve to spot the magnificent sperm whales while admiring the gorgeous backdrop of mountains. Resident pods of dusky dolphins are found here, and Kaikoura is on the migratory routes for other species including humpback whales, southern right whales, killer whales, and blue whales depending on the time of year. Once you have spent time with the whale, relax and enjoy the flight back along the rugged coastline of Kaikoura, enjoying the views and spotting any other wildlife that are in the area. Stunning vistas and photo opportunities of the Kaikoura Peninsula, Seaward Kaikoura Mountain Ranges, and the Pacific Ocean await you at every turn. Your experience ends back at the helipad where our complimentary transport is waiting to take you back to town or to your hotel.
Tips
Address: 58 West End, Kaikoura 7300

What’s Included

Includes
  • 30 minute helicopter tour to see marine wildlife
  • Live commentary from experienced pilots
  • Breathtaking view of where the Pacific Ocean meets the Seaward Kaikoura Mountain Ranges
  • Year-round population of sperm whales, along with a rich variety of other marine wildlife
  • Slowly orbit the whales for incredible photos and viewing opportunities. Allows you to maximize your time with the whales, while minimizing your impact on the animals.
  • Complimentary transport to and from the helipads
  • Headsets to hear the pilot clearly during the flight
  • Small group tour
    • Excludes
  • Personal expenses

    • Special Notes

  • Please arrive at the town office 30 minutes prior to your flight time for a safety briefing and transport to the helipads
  • Tours are subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
  • Minimum numbers of at least two adults apply, there is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements
  • Child rates apply only when the tour has two adults
  • Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat
  • It is recommended to wear comfortable footwear and to bring some warm clothing, sunglasses, and camera
  • Our helicopters have a maximum of 5 passengers, if your party is larger than that they will be split between two helicopters

    • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

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