World in a day
- 4–5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Take off from Christchurch & fly over the Canterbury Plains towards the spectacular Rangitata Gorge, side by side with the Southern Alps. Sidle up to Forest Creek through to the expansive Mackenzie Basin & down to the aquamarine glow of Lake Tekapo to touch down & soak in the spectacular vista. Feast your eyes on the unforgettable azure of Lake Pukaki & head up to the famous Aoraki, Mount Cook as the Tasman Glacier comes into full view. Fly towards the Murchison Glacier to the head of the Rangitata River Valley. Sour along Mount Arrowsmith & touch down at the top of the interweaving braids of Rakaia River. Settle in for a picnic served with unobstructed views, overlooking two of Canterbury's glaciers only accessible by helicopter. After lunch, follow the wandering braids of the stony river, past Lake Coleridge & into the blockbuster scenery of the Craigieburn Basin. Please note we are unable to guarantee snow at any time particularly during Summer months (November – February)
Inclusions
What's included
- Bottled water
- New Zealand Wine and Beer included. Champagne/spirits are an extra cost.
- A platter style picnic lunch overlooking the Glaciers
Itinerary
Fly over the Canterbury Plains towards the spectacular Rangitata Gorge
Fly over the expansive Mackenzie Basin and down to the aquamarine glow of Lake Tekapo
Land at Tekapo airport and if you wish explore the township and shores.
Fly over the turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki
Fly past New Zealand's largest mountain
Fly past New Zealand's largest glacier
Fly towards the Murchison Glacier and swing around north into the Godley Valley
Pass over the Rangitata River Valley
The mighty Rakaia River is one of New Zealand's largest braided rivers and is fed by a number of glaciers at the head of the valley. Touch down at the top of the River for a picnic.
Lake Coleridge is located in the Canterbury high country and is situated in an over-deepened valley formed by a glacier over 20,000 years ago.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- 25 Aviation Drive - Enter the Harewood Aviation Park and Christchurch Helicopters is the first on your right
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Christchurch Helicopters
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Due to the length of this flight it is not recommended people with serious medical conditions
How it compares in Christchurch
- Its from-price is 1569% above the median of the 112 day trips we list in Christchurch.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- 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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