Helicopter & Jet Boat Tour – Canterbury
- 1h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Combines helicopter flight and jet boat safari in one experience Scenic flight over the Southern Alps and the braided Waimakariri River High-speed jet boat ride through Waimakariri Gorge Departs directly from Christchurch Perfect half-day Canterbury adventure Perfect day shore excursion for cruise ship passengers
Inclusions
What's included
- Professional Jet Boat driver and licensed pilot
- Included in tour
What's not
- Food and drinks
Itinerary
Lift off from our Christchurch base, heading west toward the dramatic Southern Alps. Flying over the shimmering braided shallows of the mighty Waimakariri River, following the river’s winding path into the spectacular Waimakariri Gorge. Towering cliff faces rise sharply on either side, and waterfalls tumble from ancient rock walls to meet the turquoise waters below.
Touch down at the Helijet Adventure Park base, where your jet boat awaits. Then it’s time to ignite the adrenaline. Skim at high speed across crystal-clear alpine waters, power through narrow canyon corridors, and experience exhilarating Hamilton turns that send fans of spray across the river’s surface. Feel the raw energy of the river as Your expert driver navigates tight braids and sweeping bends beneath the rugged peaks of the Southern Alps. This 30-minute adventure safari blends heart-racing excitement with breathtaking alpine scenery, a sensory experience as much as an adrenaline rush.
After exploring deep into the canyon country near Springfield (Tarewa), lift off once more and take to the skies, soaring back across the river valleys to Christchurch.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Sign posted GCH Aviation/ Garden City Helicopters
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 6 travellers
- Operated by
- Garden City Helicopters
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children 2 to 15 years of age must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required for trip to depart, otherwise it will be cancelled
How it compares in Christchurch
- Its from-price is 157% above the median of the 343 experiences we list in Christchurch.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 161 of 343.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Christchurch
Christchurch is the South Island's largest city, a flat, green city on the Avon River with the Southern Alps and Banks Peninsula close by.
Christchurch was planned by English settlers in 1850 around a central square and the Avon River, which winds through the city past willows and lawns. Hagley Park and the Botanic Gardens cover a large green area beside the centre, and punts glide along the river. The Gothic Revival Arts Centre, built for the university, houses studios and cafés, and Canterbury Museum stands beside the gardens.
Top-ranked sights in Christchurch: Lake Pukaki, Lake Tekapo, TranzAlpine Train.
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