1-Hour Private Heli-Picnic Tour in Kaikoura
Overview
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.
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.
Inclusions
- Snacks - 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
What to expect
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.
Stop At:
• Kaikoura, Kaikoura, Canterbury Region, South Island
Sample Menu
• Picnic - local cheeses and beverages
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.
Stop At:
• Kaikoura, Kaikoura, Canterbury Region, South Island
Sample Menu
• Picnic - local cheeses and beverages
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
red1mc
July 2021
We did the helicopter picnic and landed on the snow topped ridge of the southern alps. Such incredible views and a wonderful platter of food was supplied with a bottle of rose. Our pilot was great and we were lucky enough to do a quick sweep over the ocean to spot a whale on the way back. Definit...
We did the helicopter picnic and landed on the snow topped ridge of the southern alps. Such incredible views and a wonderful platter of food was supplied with a bottle of rose. Our pilot was great and we were lucky enough to do a quick sweep over the ocean to spot a whale on the way back. Definitely a must do for anyone’s travel/ experience bucket list