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Kaikoura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch

By Kaikoura Helicopters
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥32,204 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Kaikoura Helicopter Whale Watching – The Ultimate Shore Excursion

Take your Kaikoura visit to new heights with our unforgettable helicopter whale watching experience. Soar over the stunning Kaikoura coastline as you search for majestic sperm whales, humpbacks, dolphins, and fur seals. From above, enjoy the breathtaking scale of these incredible marine giants in their natural habitat—an experience that’s truly once-in-a-lifetime.

Perfectly timed for cruise ship visitors, this adventure makes an exceptional Kaikoura shore excursion to fit your ship’s schedule. Whether you’re short on time or looking for a premium way to explore Kaikoura, our helicopter tours offer unmatched aerial views and a thrilling perspective of New Zealand’s wildlife and landscapes.

Dramatic aerial views of whales

Scenic and mountain landscapes unique to Kaikoura

Ideal for cruise ship shore excursions with convenient timing

Experienced pilots and a professional, friendly crew

Activity location

  • Kaikoura
    • Kaikoura, New Zealand, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 16 West End
    • 16 West End
    • 7300, Kaikōura, Canterbury, New Zealand

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Kaikoura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch
  • Activity duration is 30 minutes30m
    30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00am
Price details
￥32,204 x 1 Adult￥32,204
Total
Price is ￥32,204
Until Thu, Dec 4
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What's included, what's not

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

Know before you book

  • 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
  • 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

Activity itinerary

Kaikoura
  • 30m
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

Location

Activity location

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    Kaikoura
    • Kaikoura, New Zealand, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    16 West End
    • 16 West End
    • 7300, Kaikōura, Canterbury, New Zealand

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