Get to know the real untouched New Zealand as you take off over the Canterbury Plains towards the well-known braided Waimakariri River. Notice the Craigieburn Basin come into view, a distinguished blockbuster film set, followed by the curious rockscape of Castle Hill. See the glisten of Lake Pearson as you fly by the Southern Alps' main divide, climbing up & over the ridgeline, to debut at the mighty Rakaia River. Without another aircraft in sight come to two of Canterbury's best kept secrets, the rarely visited Lyell & Ramsay Glaciers due to their inaccessibility. Touch down to overwhelming 360 degree views, filled with staggeringly sharp mountaintops & turquoise waters of the the glacier l...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
A picnic lunch overlooking the Rakaia Glaciers
New Zealand Wine and beer is included. Champagne/Spirits are an extra cost.
Meeting Points
Departure
Christchurch Helicopters
25 Aviation Drive - Enter the Harewood Aviation Park and Christchurch Helicopters is the first on your right
Return
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Due to the length of this flight it is not recommended people with serious medical conditions
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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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.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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See the beautiful Tasman Glaciers, New Zealand's largest glacier
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Waimakariri River
Fly towards the well-known braided Waimakariri River
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Craigieburn
Notice the Craigieburn Basin come into view, a distinguished block buster film set
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Castle Hill
See the curious rock-scape of Castle Hill
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Lake Pearson
Catch the glisten of Lake Pearson as you fly by the Southern Alps' main divide
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Lake Coleridge
Rise over the depths of Lake Coleridge where one of New Zealand's first hydro-electric stations churns on
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Rakaia
Pass over the mighty Rakaia River and come to two of Canterbury's best kept secrets - the rarely visited Lyell and Ramsay Glaciers due to their inaccessibility. Touch down to overwhelming 360 degree views, filled with staggeringly sharp mountaintops and turquoise waters of the glacier lakes. Enjoy lunch in the ampitheatre of the outdoors without a single disruption.
Get to know the real untouched New Zealand as you take off over the Canterbury Plains towards the well-known braided Waimakariri River. Notice the Craigieburn Basin come into view, a distinguished blockbuster film set, followed by the curious rockscape of Castle Hill. See the glisten of Lake Pearson as you fly by the Southern Alps' main divide, climbing up & over the ridgeline, to debut at the mighty Rakaia River. Without another aircraft in sight come to two of Canterbury's best kept secrets, the rarely visited Lyell & Ramsay Glaciers due to their inaccessibility. Touch down to overwhelming 360 degree views, filled with staggeringly sharp mountaintops & turquoise waters of the the glacier l...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
A picnic lunch overlooking the Rakaia Glaciers
New Zealand Wine and beer is included. Champagne/Spirits are an extra cost.
Meeting Points
Departure
Christchurch Helicopters
25 Aviation Drive - Enter the Harewood Aviation Park and Christchurch Helicopters is the first on your right
