Helicopter Flights Kaikōura

If you cannot see the departure time you would prefer, please email info@kaikourahelicopters.com or call us on +64 3 319 6609 for more availability.

Lifting off from our beachfront helipads, your flight will take you up the Puhi Puhi Valley north of Kaikōura over private farmland and into remote DOC land. Fly through the Hapuku Gorge, past giant cracks in the hillsides and look down at the landslide that blocked off the river forming the Hapuku “Quake Lake”. Continue climbing to the South before touching down on Mt Fyffe at 1602m/ 5200ft, overlooking the spectacular Kaikōura region for great panoramic photo opportunities.
Enjoy the views of a 4-hour mountain climb without all the effort – includes a snow landing during winter!
Keep an eye out for wild deer and chamois traversing the mountainside as we fly down the face of Mt Fyffe before landing back in Kaikōura township .
Approx 40 minute trip including alpine landing.
Aircraft used is at the discretion of Kaikōura Helicopters
Minimum per person fares are required for flights to depart or why not private choose to private charter the helicopter to yourselves

Infants aged 0 to 2 years old fly free of charge and are seated on a paying adults lap.

If you cannot see the departure time you would prefer, please email info@kaikourahelicopters.com or call us on +64 3 319 6609 for more availability.



Perfect for a romantic getaway, family adventure or group of friends … you will enjoy a unique experience to remember forever.

Fly with Kaikōura Helicopters and enjoy a delicious picnic at altitude amongst the stunning Kaikōura Seaward Ranges with 360-degree views of this unique and rugged coastline. The pilot will choose the best location on the day, where weather conditions are best and the views are finest.
- After a scenic flight around the lower levels of the seaward Kaikōura ranges, land at a secluded landing site.
- Our picnic offers spectacular views of the Kaikōura township and Peninsula. On a fine day, you can look North along the coastline to spot Wellington and South to Banks Peninsula.
- Enjoy a delicious picnic of local cuisine at altitude.
- Relax in the peaceful nature.
- After your picnic, fly back to the helipads, keeping an eye along the coast for the native Hector Dolphins, NZ Fur seals or large schools of fish.
- Please advise on booking any dietary requirements.
Wear sturdy shoes and a warm jacket.
Approx 1hour duration.
Aircraft used is at the discretion of Kaikōura Helicopters
Minimum per person fares are required for flights to depart
Infants aged 0 to 2 years old fly free of charge and are seated on a paying adults lap.
Prices increase yearly on the 1st September until the 31st August

Te reo Māori words

Waka Topatopa - Helicopter
Tohorā - Whale

Rere - To Fly
Moana - Sea
Whenua - Land
Hīra - Seal

Ahoaho - Hectors Dolphin
Tiro - View
Raenga Kūiti - Peninsula
Aotearoa - New Zealand
Maunga - Mountain

If you cannot see the departure time you would prefer, please email info@kaikourahelicopters.com or call us on +64 3 319 6609 for more availability. ​
An extended option of our Classic Whale Watch, this flight gives you more time above Kaikōura’s unique deep-sea canyon, searching for whales and other
migrating marine life!
The longer flight time allows us to search further offshore in the deeper waters, not only for the Sperm Whales but also for any migrating baleen whales such as the Humpback, Blue and Fin Whales, as they travel between their feeding grounds in Antarctica and the warm waters of the South Pacific.
On the way back to the beachfront heli pads keep an eye out for pods of our resident playful Dusky Dolphins, the NZ Fur Seals basking along the rocks and the small Hector Dolphins swimming along the coastline.
Approx. 40 minutes flight
Aircraft used is at the discretion of Kaikōura Helicopters
Minimum per person fares are required for flights to depart or why not choose to private charter the helicopter to yourselves.

Infants aged 0 to 2 years old fly free of charge and are seated on a paying adults lap.


Kaikōura Helicopters supports Project Jonah, a registered charity existing for one simple reason – to help marine mammals in desperate need. Their vision is to create a world where these animals are respected and protected. Project Jonah has pioneered whale rescue techniques, and has shared this technology and expertise with the rest of the world. Kaikōura Helicopters actively support Project Jonah with funding and welcome our guests to have the option to donate when paying for their helicopter trip. Thank you. https://www.projectjonah.org.nz/
Prices increase yearly on the 1st September until the 31st August

Te reo Māori words

Waka Topatopa - Helicopter
Tohorā - Whale

Rere - To Fly
Moana - Sea
Whenua - Land
Hīra - Seal

Ahoaho - Hectors Dolphin
Tiro - View
Raenga Kūiti - Peninsula
Aotearoa - New Zealand

If you can not find a date or time to suit,
Contact us direct on 0064 3 319 6609 or 0800 455 354
Email us on: info@kaikourahelicopters.com

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be behind the controls of a helicopter?
Our YOUFLY trial flight is great just for fun, or could be the first step towards a new career.
Fly with an experienced instructor who will guide you through the take-off, hovering, flight and landing phases of co piloting our Robinson R44 Helicopter.
Allow for 45 minutes to an hour for the whole experience from safety briefing/ flight/ to debrief.


#kaikourahelicopters #gchflighttraining
Please note
WEIGHT LIMIT applies
HEIGHT MINIMUM OF 155CM
Robinson R44 helicopter for a 20-minute flight with a Qualified instructor beside you.
Flight instructor and participant are seated in front seats.
No additional passengers can be carried on this flight.
Kaikōura Helicopters a division of GCH Aviation, Certified operators of a CAA part 141 Certificate
Instructions are given in English
Prices increase yearly on the 1st September until the 31st August

If you cannot see the departure time you would prefer, please email info@kaikourahelicopters.com or call us on +64 3 319 6609 for more availability.



From whale tail to mountain top, this flight has it all covered and is one of our favorites!
Our tour will begin with lifting off from our beachfront helipad and flying out over the Kaikōura Peninsula into the Hikurangi Marine Reserve to search for the incredible wildlife found in Kaikōura’s waters.
View the mighty Sperm Whale as he rests on the surface of the ocean, catching his breath in between deep dives foraging for food.
Kaikōura is also a migratory route for a variety of different whale and dolphin species such as the Humpback Whale, Blue Whale, Southern Right Whale and Orca, so we never know from flight to flight when we might spot something different!
After viewing magnificent marine life, you will fly high above Kaikōura and land amongst the towering Seaward Kaikōura range.
From here you will take in some of the most breath-taking views that New Zealand has to offer. (Snow Landings in winter!)
With views to the west of the mountainous Seaward Kaikōura Range, east over the Kaikoura township to the iconic Kaikōura Peninsula, stretching out like a whale’s fluke and south down a coastline that stretches for miles. On a clear day you can even glimpse the North Island on the horizon!
Lift off and fly around the Western Face of Mt Fyffe where your pilot will point out landslides and large cracks along the hill sides created by the 2016 Kaikōura earthquake.
Keep an eye out for wild deer as we fly around the remote mountain range before descending back down the Hapuku River to land back at our beachfront heli pads.
Approx 60 minute flight.
Aircraft used is at the discretion of Kaikōura Helicopters
Minimum per person fares are required for flights to depart or why not private choose to private charter the helicopter to yourselves

Infants aged 0 to 2 years old fly free of charge and are seated on a paying adults lap.
Prices increase yearly on the 1st September until the 31st August

Kaikōura Helicopters supports Project Jonah, a registered charity existing for one simple reason – to help marine mammals in desperate need. Their vision is to create a world where these animals are respected and protected. Project Jonah has pioneered whale rescue techniques, and has shared this technology and expertise with the rest of the world. Kaikoura Helicopters actively support Project Jonah with funding and welcome our guests to have the option to donate as well when paying for their helicopter trip. Thank you. https://www.projectjonah.org.nz/



Te reo Māori words

Waka Topatopa - Helicopter
Tohorā - Whale

Rere - To Fly
Moana - Sea
Whenua - Land
Hīra - Seal

Ahoaho - Hectors Dolphin
Tiro - View
Raenga Kūiti - Peninsula
Aotearoa - New Zealand
Maunga - Mountain

If you cannot see the departure time you would prefer, please email info@kaikourahelicopters.com or call us on +64 3 319 6609 for more availability.

Departing from Kaikoura Helicopters stunning beachfront helipads, look back upon the township that is wedged between the South Pacific ocean and the Kaikoura ranges.

Experience a birds eye view of the dramatic landscape as you head over the Kaikoura peninsula and track south along the coastline. Keep an eye out over the ocean as the area is known for Sperm Whales, sometimes seen close to the shoreline.
Look down on the winding road through the Hundalees Hills and over the local winery of Mt Beautiful Vineyard, to then land at the river and board your jet boat.
Travel up the stunning Hurunui River gorge on a 30 minute return trip with Energy Jet, which is owned and operated by Tim Loughnan, a fifth generation sheep and beef farmer in the area.
Tim expertly navigates Energy Jet's late model Kwikkraft jetboat through shallow river braids and dramatic canyons at heart-pumping speeds, with 360-degree spins and drifts thrown in for good measure.
Enjoy commentary from Tim about the interesting history of Hurunui River and North Canterbury as you occasionally pause to soak in your surroundings.
The Hurunui River is the smallest volume river commercially jet boated in Canterbury. This results in a stunning combination of shallow river braids, beautiful canyons and large boulder fields that you will experience on every energizing trip. Experience all that the beautiful Hurunui has to offer with Energy Jet.
On completion of your jet boat experience, board your helicopter for the return flight north via the Hurunui river mouth and along the coast to Kaikoura.

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Prices
Group of 2 - Per person $840 - R44 Helicopter
Group of 3 - Per person $560 - R44 Helicopter
Group of 4 - Per person $825 - EC130 Helicopter or Squirrel
Group of 5 - Per person $660 - EC130 Helicopter or Squirrel
Please dress warm for your journey with us. Your journey may be windy and cold.
We recommend wearing 2 warm layers on top, a jacket, sunglasses, hat and don't forget you camera.
You will be supplied with Lifejacket, Waterproof Spray Jacket, Sunscreen and Gloves.
You will receive a helicopters and jet boat safety briefing prior to departing on either craft.
This trip is for person aged 5 years and older only.
Energy Jet complies with the New Zealand Maritime standards in both driver training and boat maintenance
Kaikoura Helicopters is an approved Civil Aviation of New Zealand operator.
There is no toilets at the river, please make sure to use the toilets before you depart in helicopter.
Talk to us direct for Corporate and Incentive groups to Kaikoura info@kaikourahelicopters.com or call us on +64 3 319 6609
Kaikoura Helicopters is a division of GCH Aviation
Helicopters used is at the discretion of Kaikoura Helicopters
Prices change yearly as of 1 September to 31 August

If you cannot see the departure time you would prefer, please email info@kaikourahelicopters.com or call us on +64 3 319 6609 for more availability.

Let Kaikōura Helicopters take you on a stunning flight, lifting off from our beachfront helipads and flying south around the Kaikōura Peninsula. Cruise down the coastline to our exclusive hilltop landing site, where an ATV ( All-Terrain Vehicle) will be waiting to take you on a guided tour through a private farm.
Get ready for an adventure as you track up and down hills, along the coastline and right up the middle of a river! Capture the view, feel the speed and know you’re alive.
Light refreshments are provided. At the conclusion of your ATV trip, you will be driven back to Kaikōura township.
For 2 passengers $800 per person.
For 3 passengers $590 per person. (R44)
For 4 passengers $720 per person (EC130)
For 5 passengers $590 per person

PLEASE NOTE:
Trip is subject to weather conditions.
All flights are at discretion of pilot.
Helicopters are subject to weight and balance limitations.
You may get wet and muddy - please wear warm clothes, sunscreen and sunglasses.
If your child needs a booster seat/car seat in the car, bring it with you to go in the ATV. Booster seats are not provided. - It is probable that it will get wet and mud on it.
Minimum age for guests is 4yrs
Please advise if any dietary requirements
For more information, please call us on 0800 455 4354.

If you cannot see the departure time you would prefer, please email info@kaikourahelicopters.com or call us on +64 3 319 6609 for more availability.

#Price is per Couple#
Experience the best of Kaikōura – whales, rugged mountains and fine dining.
This incredible collaboration is the ultimate Kaikōura experience.
Lifting off from our beachfront helipads, we head out toward the Hikurangi Marine Reserve in search of the incredible wildlife in our waters. Kaikōura is not only home to the magnificent Sperm Whale, but is also a migratory route for a variety of different whale and dolphin species such as the Humpback Whale, Blue Whale, Southern Right Whale and Orca, so we never know from flight to flight when we might spot something different!
When finished searching for whales, we will head West across the coastline and inland over the Kaikoura flats on our way into the Seaward Kaikoura mountains. Your pilot will point out landslides and cracks through the mountainside caused by the 7.8 Kaikoura Earthquake back in 2016 and any wild animals you may pass before finding a remote landing site to set down. Take the opportunity to get out of the helicopter and take in the magnificent views and breathe in the fresh air.
Once you have taken your photos, it's back into the helicopter to fly down and out of the mountains, along the Hapuku River to land at the amazing Hapuku Lodge. Here you will be treated to a 3 course a la carte lunch at their beautiful restaurant.
To end your experience, we depart from Hapuku Lodge and fly down the beautiful coastline back to our beach front helipads.
Kaikōura Helicopters supports Project Jonah, a registered charity existing for one simple reason – to help marine mammals in desperate need. Their vision is to create a world where these animals are respected and protected. Project Jonah has pioneered whale rescue techniques and has shared this technology and expertise with the rest of the world. Kaikōura Helicopters actively support Project Jonah with funding. For every ticket purchase, Kaikōura Helicopters will donate $20 to Project Jonah. Thank you for your contribution.

30 minute Whale Watch flight
Scenic mountain flight with alpine landing
3 course a la carte meal at Hapuku Lodge
Incredible mountain and sea views
$20 project Jonah donation
Vegan and Vegetarian options available on request
Please inform our team on any dietary requirement's upon booking
Wear sturdy footwear and warm clothes
Minimum passenger number apply
Alcohol purchases at Hapuku Lodge additional

Te reo Māori words

Waka Topatopa - Helicopter
Tohorā - Whale

Rere - To Fly
Moana - Sea
Whenua - Land
Hīra - Seal

Ahoaho - Hectors Dolphin
Tiro - View
Raenga Kūiti - Peninsula
Aotearoa - New Zealand
Maunga - Mountain