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The Best Plane and Helicopter Tours in Kaikoura | Updated December 2025

Kaikoura

Whale watching by aeroplane offers a unique perspective and the opportunity to view whales and dolphins in their natural environment. From the air passengers can experience the true magnitude of the world’s largest mammal, the whale.

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See Kaikoura's marine wildlife from all angles with our amazing new COMBO experience! We've teamed up with our mates at Dolphin Encounter to give you a day you will never forget.

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A flight that showcases the very best the beautiful coastal town of Kaikoura has to offer, from the wonderful marine creatures such as whales and dolphins to the towering peaks of the Seaward Kaikoura Ranges.

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Embark on a true Kiwi adventure with Matai Peak & South Pacific Helicopters. Enjoy a gourmet lunch, a tour of the Te Mania farm and take in stunning coastal and mountain views like never before.

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Enjoy a private tour on our Airvan out over the Kaikoura Whale Sanctuary to view the magnificent sperm whale, and any other wildlife in the area. 

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Wings Over Whales offer private charter flights that are easy to arrange and can be tailored to suit an individual or group’s needs, and we fly throughout New Zealand in our 7-seater Airvan. 

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Our longest and most exclusive tour! Our Ultimate Adventure is an incredible experience capturing everything Kaikoura. Air, land and sea! This tour combines whales watching, our Aftershock Adventure and includes an alpine landing!

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A whale watching and cuisine delight - allow 4.5 hours

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Spend the day in the air and on the sea with Kaikoura Kayaks and Wings Over Whales

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Our scenic experience will take in the sites of Kaikoura's stunning coastline on your way to the breathtaking mountains of the Kaikoura Seaward ranges and Mt Fyffe.

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Kaikoura's Newest Adventure Attraction.
Start the day with a sunrise heli flight and some bubbles before heading of for a day of adventure! Zip for over 2kms overlooking the most spectacular views Kiakoura has to offer.  

Wine and dine surround by mountaintops, farm country, river braids and flats. Experiences it all with South Pacific Helicopters and Matai Peak. 

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The Best Plane and Helicopter Tours in
Kaikoura

Whale Watching Flight

Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)

Kaikoura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch

40-minute Mt Fyffe Summit Heli Tour in Kaikoura

Kaikoura Helicopters Extended Whale Watch

Kaikōura Whale Watching - 1hr 20min Ultimate Adventure

Kaikoura Helicopters Helijet

Kaikoura Helicopters Grand Alpine Helicopter Tour

Whales by air & Dolphins by Sea

Whale Watch Premier

Matai Peak Experience

Whale Watching Flight Private Tour 30 minutes

Charter Flight

Kaikoura Helicopters ATV Adventure

Kaikoura Ultimate Adventure

Whales & Hapuku Kitchen Package with Private Cooking Class

Wings Over Whales and Kaikoura Kayaks Combo

Kaikōura Scenic Adventure

Luxury Sunrise Flight & Zip

Matai Peak 2 Nights