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A helicopter with 'CHRISTCHURCH HELICOPTERS' on its side, parked on a snow-covered field with mountains in the background. 1
A helicopter on a snowy mountain with people standing nearby. 2
A river with a unique turquoise color flowing through a rocky landscape. 3
A snow-covered mountain range with rugged peaks and valleys. 4
A glacier with turquoise meltwater streams. 5
By Christchurch Helicopters
Free cancellation available
Price is €791 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Soar over the Canterbury Plains and the braided Waimakariri River
    • Land at Chest Peak and take in 360-degree views of the Southern Alps
    • Enjoy a scenic helicopter flight over the Southern Alps
    • Fly over the blockbuster backdrops of Castle Hill and Lees Valley
    • Learn about the region from your pilot as you fly over the mountains

Activity location

    • Christchurch
    • Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 25 Aviation Drive, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch 7676, New Zealand
    • Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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Southern Alps Scenic Helicopter Flight & Chest Peak Landing

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
€1,581.98 x 2 Adults€3,163.96
Total
Price is €3,163.96
Until Tue, 10 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Scenic helicopter flight over the Southern Alps
  • Inclusions
    Views of Canterbury Plains, Waimakariri River, Castle Hill, Lees Valley, Flock Hill Station
  • Inclusions
    Landing at Chest Peak
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks

Know before you book

    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Discover the picturesque Southern Alps, one of New Zealand’s most iconic land features. Fly over the immense chequerboard of the Canterbury Plains, across the tresses of the braided Waimakariri River, and to the sheer sides of a steep gorge to touch down at Chest Peak. Sitting at just under 6,500ft, the peak dwarfs most other mountains in the region.

    Take in breathtaking, 360-degree vistas stretching from as far as the eye can see, including the blockbuster backdrops of Castle Hill, the Lees Valley, Flock Hill Station, and beyond.

    Benefit from the knowledge of your local pilot, who will share their wealth of knowledge and personal anecdotes as you fly near their much-loved and noteworthy spots.

    Choice of aircraft: The Airbus EC120 can seat up to 3 passengers, and the Airbus AS350 can seat up to 5 passengers.

Location

Activity location

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    • Christchurch
    • Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 25 Aviation Drive, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch 7676, New Zealand
    • Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand