1-Hour Private Heli-Picnic Tour in Kaikoura

Highlights

A wonderful scenic flight into the Kaikoura Mountain range to indulge in an exquisite mountain top picnic. Including a locally made cheese and nibbles platter of local cuisine and beverages of your choice, whether it be a beer or bubbles! A great opportunity to relax with a loved one or maybe for a proposal. You will enjoy a delicious picnic of local cuisine at altitude and 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.

Summary

A wonderful scenic flight into the Kaikoura Mountain range to indulge in an exquisite mountain top picnic. Including a locally made cheese and nibbles platter of local cuisine and beverages of your choice, whether it be a beer or bubbles! A great opportunity to relax with a loved one or maybe for a proposal. You will enjoy a delicious picnic of local cuisine at altitude and 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.

Tour info

Duration

1 hour

Why take this tour?

This tour is perfect for a romantic getaway, family adventure or group of friends. We are sure that you will enjoy this unique experience and remember it forever. Fly with Kaikoura Helicopters and enjoy a delicious picnic at altitude amongst the stunning Kaikoura 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 Kaikoura ranges, land at a secluded landing site. Our picnic offers spectacular views of the Kaikoura township and Peninsula. On a fine day, you can look North along the coastline to spot Wellington and South to Banks Peninsula.

What’s included?

enjoy a delicious picnic of local cheeses and beverages
Headset with microphone to clearly hear your commentary and ask questions on your journey
Live commentary from our pilots who are flying encyclopedias on the local area.
Panoramic views of the coastline and mountain ranges
Private, secluded landing and picnic area

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 1h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

New Zealand Covid 19 tracer app can be used at our reception and are on board our helicopters. Manual check in option is also available. Please carry a facemask and use when required.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Kaikoura Helicopters Ltd

About operator:

Kaikoura is world renowned for its whale watching – it also boasts some of the most spectacular scenery New Zealand has to offer. Helping you experience this is Kaikoura Helicopters, the most experienced aerial whale watching company in the world. We can have you lifting off from our centrally located heli – pads and within minutes be in the spectacular environment that plays host to the magnificent Sperm Whale. From the comfort of our helicopter, experience this ultimate vantage point, viewing the entire whale from head to tail. Our exclusive alpine flights allow you to get up close and personal with some of the highest mountains in New Zealand. Land at altitude amongst the stunning Kaikoura Seaward Ranges and encounter 360 - degree views of this unique and rugged coastline. We also offer scenic flights, Seasonal snow landings, heli picnics, heli rafting, heli biking, charters, nationwide transfers, weddings, hunting, film and photography, gift vouchers, and more! Flying everyday!