Adult: 12 Years Old and AboveChildren: 3-11 Years OldInfant: 0-2 Years Old (provided at no cost and will be fastened on the lap of a paying passenger)

Cancellation & Refund

Bookings of 1-4 peopleFull refund if cancelled 24 hours or more before departure.**Non-refundable if cancelled less than 24 hours before departure.Bookings of 5 people or moreFull refund if cancelled 4 days or more before departure.**Non-refundable if cancelled less than 4 days before departure.Note: **Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount.Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.

Overview

Kaikōura Helicopters Heli-Picnic

South Island

Kaikoura Helicopters

from

US$309

per person

Snowy mountaintop picnic with food, wine, and helicopter overhead in Kaikōura

Experiences

Helicopter Scenic Flights

Food, Wine and Beer Tours

Family-friendly Tours

Private Tours

Half-Day Tours

South Island

Start: Kaikoura

Location: Kaikōura

Duration: 75 minutes

Scenic Flight and Picnic with Kaikōura Helicopters

A Kaikōura Helicopters Heli-Picnic offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation, making it an unforgettable experience for couples, families, or friends. After a scenic flight over the lower levels of the seaward Kaikōura Ranges, you’ll land at a private location chosen by your pilot for the best weather and views. From here, you can soak up sweeping panoramas across the Kaikōura Peninsula, township, and coastline.

On clear days, the views extend north towards Wellington and south to Banks Peninsula, making the setting even more special. At altitude, you’ll enjoy a delicious picnic featuring local flavours, surrounded by the tranquillity of nature. It’s a chance to pause, relax, and fully take in the dramatic alpine scenery.

Couple enjoying picnic together with helicopter landed behind in a grassy alpine setting

Cheese platter with local wine and craft beer in front of a Kaikōura Helicopters landing site

Romantic alpine picnic with flowers, wine, and a helicopter in the background near Kaikōura

Kaikōura Helicopters landed on Mt Fyffe overlooking the coastline and ocean

Passenger and pilot flying over the Kaikōura coastline during a scenic helicopter picnic tour

A Helicopter Picnic Experience to Remember

The heli-picnic is as much about taste as it is about scenery, with local delicacies carefully packed for you to enjoy. Surrounded by nature, the peaceful setting allows you to relax and fully take in the panoramic vistas. Sharing this experience with a partner, family, or friends makes it all the more memorable.

After the picnic, the journey back is just as captivating as the flight out. Keep your eyes on the water as the helicopter glides along the coastline, where Hector’s dolphins and NZ fur seals are often spotted. Schools of fish can also be seen from above, adding a touch of wildlife magic to the return leg.

Tour Highlights

Take in stunning views of the Kaikoura coastline and the majestic ranges.
Land at a spot selected by the pilot.
Relish a delightful picnic.

Adult: 12 Years Old and Above
Children: 3-11 Years Old
Infant: 0-2 Years Old (provided at no cost and will be fastened on the lap of a paying passenger)

Bookings of 1-4 people

Full refund if cancelled 24 hours or more before departure.**
Non-refundable if cancelled less than 24 hours before departure.

Bookings of 5 people or more

Full refund if cancelled 4 days or more before departure.**
Non-refundable if cancelled less than 4 days before departure.

Note: **Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount.

Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.