Christchurch Scenic Helicopter Tour
Ōtautahi, Christchurch, a city of exploration, where urban
regeneration, culture and heritage thrives. Constantly evolving,
giving visitors something new to explore. Take in views of the newest city in
New Zealand. See the lush greenery of the “Garden City” . Hagley Park,
Botanic Gardens & Deans Bush/ Pūtaringamotu, home to native bush forest
featuring kahikatea trees that are up to 600 years old. The central city a mixture of new urban precincts & old historic buildings that have
been restored after the earthquakes. View the Christchurch Cathedral as it is rebuilt. The red zone of Christchurch, once filled with homes now a
holistic project to connect people, river and land, now known as the Ōtākaro
Avon River Corridor project. Onto the Port Hills, Banks Peninsula to view extinct volcanoes making up Akaroa and Diamond Harbours.
A coastline view north of Pegasus Bay as you travel over Sumner and New Brighton Beaches towards the stunning Southern Alps and farmed Canterbury Plains.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Garden City Helicopters, 73 Grays Road Near Christchurch International Airport, Christchurch 8042 New Zealand
After a safety briefing, Depart from our helibase at Christchurch International Airport by helicopter to view Otautahi, Christchurch from the air.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Rolleston Ave, Christchurch New Zealand
An aerial view of the many green spaces of Ōtautahi, Christchurch. Such as: Dean Bush, The Red Zone and Hagley Park. Within Hagley Park is the Christchurch Botanical Gardens. A 21 hectare park with more than 10 different gardens framed by mature trees and expansive lawns, which are mostly contained within a loop of the Avon River.
Pass By: Christchurch Cathedral, Cathedral Square, Christchurch New Zealand
Christchurch Cathedral is the focal point of Cathedral Square in the heart of Otautahi, Christchurch. This place of Anglican worship, which was badly damaged in the 2011 earthquake. View down on the repair work being done to restore this city landmark.
Pass By: Avon River, Christchurch New Zealand
Look down on the red zone of Christchurch, once filled with homes prior to the earthquakes and now a holistic project to connect people, river and land, now known as the Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor project
Pass By: Lyttelton Harbour, Lyttelton 2004 New Zealand
Look down on Lyttelton Harbour / Whakaraupō, one of two major inlets of Banks Peninsula. A harbour formed by an ancient volcano that has been flooded by the sea. A busy port for the city of Christchurch.
Pass By: Diamond Harbour, Diamond Harbour, Canterbury Region, South Island
View the beauty of the Diamond Harbour
Pass By: Quail Island, Lyttelton Harbour, Christchurch 8012 New Zealand
View Quail Island from the air. Canterbury's largest island in the diamond Harbour
Pass By: Port Hills, 575 Summit Road, Christchurch 8081 New Zealand
View the Port Hills, a range of hills in Canterbury, named because they lie between the city of Christchurch and the sea port at Lyttelton. They are an eroded remnant of the Lyttelton volcano.
Pass By: Godley Head, 575 Summit Road Banks Peninsula, Christchurch 8081 New Zealand
Awaroa/Godley Head. Magnificent coastal military defence sites built during World War Two.
Pass By: Sumner Beach, Canterbury 8081, New Zealand
Sumner beach is a coastal seaside suburb that is a popular spot for surfing and swimming and sea fishing
Pass By: New Brighton Beach, Marine Parade, Christchurch 8061 New Zealand
From Waimairi to Southshore, the New Brighton beaches are just one of the many of Pegasus Bay.
The New Brighton pier is the longest in Australasia, an icon of the Canterbury region.
Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"No Child prices"
"Infant age is 0 to 2 years old are free and must be seated on the lap of a fare paying adult"
"Customers in wheelchairs will need to be able to lift themselves in the helicopter or have a care person to help them. A fare will be require if care person must travel with."
"Trip is weather dependent"
"We require a minimum number of fares for flights to depart. Flight will be cancelled if minimum number of fares is not reached."
"Pilot will decide on seating of passengers in the helicopter. Pilot must operate helicopter within the weight and balance requirements of the aircraft"
"You must reconfirm you booking 24 hours prior to departure to check weather conditions"
"Passengers will be weighed on check in, we will ask on booking for your estimated weight"
"weight limitations apply"
"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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duración: 20 Minutes
Lugar de comienzo: 73 Grays Road, Yaldhurst, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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