Whale watching | Wildlife Encounters
Kaikōura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch
Kaikoura is world renowned for whale watching. Kaikoura Helicopters will have you in the spectacular environment that plays host to magnificent sperm whales.
- Phone
- +64 3 319 6609
- Address
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16 West End, Kaikōura, Kaikōura
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- Opening hours
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0830 to 1700, 7 Days.
Tour departs from our beach front heli-pads and within minutes be in the Hikurangi Marine Reserve that plays host to one of the worlds largest marine mammals, the magnificent sperm whale. From the comfort of our helicopter, you will enjoy the ultimate whale watching experience. Panoramic views of the Kaikoura Peninsula. See the seal colonies along the rocks at the end of Kaikoura Peninsula. If the whales are close to shore, possibility of seeing dolphins as well. Possibility of seeing baleen whales migrating through - humpbacks on their way back and forth from their feeding grounds down near Antarctica.
Pricing and Conditions
- Adult: $345.00
- Child: $300.00 - $299.97
Conditions
Weather dependent, minimum number of fares required for flights to depart.
Please call us 24 hours prior to reconfirm your booking and departure time. This allows time for flight adjustments should the weather be looking unfavorable.
We see whales 97% of the time. Occasionally, despite our very best efforts and flight planning, you may not see a whale. This is rare and unfortunate but can happen.
In the unlikely event that you do not see a whale, no refund will be offered.
Cancellation Policy
Reservations may be transferred to another date, subject to space availability, with no transfer fee incurred, provided notification is received at least 24 hours in advance. If you or GCH Aviation are unable to re-schedule the flight, then a full refund will be provided. Please consider visiting one of our other bases to fly at while on your holiday in Christchurch or Wellington
Months of operation
All year round
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