40 minute Extended Whale Watch and Scenic Helicopter Flight
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Kaikoura is world renowned for its spectacular Whale Watching and what better way to get up close and personal with these amazing animals. Kaikoura Helicopters whale watching flight gives you the best viewpoint all while sitting in luxury and comfort of a Helicopter. Experience the rugged Kaikoura Coastline and the dominating peaks of the Seaward Kaikoura Ranges.
The best way to see the entire whale from head to tail, while your Helicopter flies in slow obits above. Sit back and enjoy the pods of playful dolphins playing in the water, or the seal colonies along the rocks of the Kaikoura Peninsula or just take in the breath-taking scenery – there is no better flight.
Extended Whale Watch- 40 min Take an extended scenic helicopter flight off the coast of Kaikoura for the opportunity to view Sperm Whales and Dusky Dolphins from head to tail - offering you a unique and uninterrupted vantage point of these magnificent marine mammals.
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What you need to know
- 40 minute whale watching & scenic helicopter flight
- Scenic Helicopter flight to view Sperm Whales and other wildlife
- Explore the stunning Kaikoura Peninsular and the unique and rugged Kaikoura Coastline
- Live commentary from your knowledgeable pilot
- Headset with microphone to clearly hear your commentary and ask questions on your journey
- Allow 50 minutes
- Morning & afternoon departures
- Check in at 16 West End at least 15 minutes prior to your flight departing
- Operates daily all year
- Children under 3 years of age & under 18kg travel for free only on a paying adults lap
- Child prices apply (3-11yrs or infants weighing over 18kg). Child prices only apply when accompanied by two full adult fares.
- Minimum numbers apply for flight to go ahead
- Trip is weather dependent - all departures are subject to change or cancellation if weather conditions are not suitable
- Flight times and routes are subject to weather conditions; the flight route may vary due to weather.
- Individual and total weight restrictions apply to specific aircraft or flights.
- The pilot will determine the seating of passengers based on weight and balance restrictions of the helicopter.
- The helicopter used may vary and is at the discretion of Kaikoura Helicopters/GCH Aviation. Helicopters being R44, EC130, AS350.
- 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.
- If you do not see a whale, unfortunately we do not have a refund policy.
