YouFly Trial Flight - Fly a helicopter
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YouFly Trial Flight - Fly a helicopter
By Garden City Helicopters
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$350.00
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Ages 12-99
Duration: 1h
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Written guide: English
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- Headset to hear the pilot
- Live commentary on board
- Professional licenced CAA NZ instructor
- Full safety briefing and explanation of the controls of the helicopter
- Entry/Admission - Garden City Helicopters
- Departure details
- 73 Grays Road, Yaldhurst, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6036P7- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- Minimum height of 155cm applies
- Weight limitation of 109kg applies, you will be weighed on check in and must be under the limit to fly
- Dress code is smart casual, must wear covered shoes
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- No additional passengers can be carried on this flight
- Flight will be carried out in an air zone over Canterbury that is the certified aircraft training area.
- Helicopter used is at our discretion
- There will be opportunity for you to take pictures and video. Please share your experience #gchaviation
- Weather dependent
- You must reconfirm you booking 24 hours prior to departure to check weather conditions
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- How much is YouFly Trial Flight - Fly a helicopter?
- YouFly Trial Flight - Fly a helicopter price starts from $354.13. Discover and book YouFly Trial Flight - Fly a helicopter on Tripadvisor
- What is the YouFly Trial Flight - Fly a helicopter cancellation policy?
- YouFly Trial Flight - Fly a helicopter cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book YouFly Trial Flight - Fly a helicopter on Tripadvisor
- Which company provides YouFly Trial Flight - Fly a helicopter?
- YouFly Trial Flight - Fly a helicopter is hosted by Garden City Helicopters. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact Garden City Helicopters on Tripadvisor. Discover and book YouFly Trial Flight - Fly a helicopter on Tripadvisor
- How much time do I need for YouFly Trial Flight - Fly a helicopter?
- On average, this experience will take approximately 1h. Discover and book YouFly Trial Flight - Fly a helicopter on Tripadvisor
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6036P7
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Itinerary
- You'll start at73 Grays Road73 Grays Road, Yaldhurst, Christchurch 8042, New ZealandSee address & details
- 1Garden City HelicoptersStop: 20 minutes - Admission includedSee details
- 2ChristchurchStop: 30 minutesSee detailsPass byChristchurch
- 3ChristchurchStop: 10 minutesSee details
- You'll return to the starting point
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About the operator
Garden City Helicopters
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Christchurch, New Zealand
Joined in February 2013
#24 of 149 Tours & Activities in Christchurch
- Brownkiwi9900AwesomeOn business we were reviewing a property at flockhill, so a helicopter flight was needed to save time. A few flights across the country on this trip but this was the best. New airbus ec130, great seating, good views from all seats, comms worked easier than others and Dan our pilot experienced relaxed fun and super helpful. Amazing trip and much recommended
- melbU2208TT00Do it, you won't regret it!This was a special birthday gift. The trip had to be altered as the jet boat company had no drivers at the shallows area. This gave us a longer helicopter flight to a different location a lot higher up the Waimakariri river (which we had done about 2 months before). The scenery from the helicopter was stunning and the extended flight time gave us a better view of this beautiful country. The jet boat trip, though we'd done it previously, was again awesome. The river had changed so much in just 2 months. The raw natural beauty of the river and surrounding rock formations is a must see.
- Anne-Marie C00Fantastic views and commentary.Fantastic. Loved this. Mother in law first time in a helicopter, and she loved it. Great views and very scenic. Heaps of knowledge about the area and made our tour very pleasant. Thank you again. Highly recommended.
- loumac6900An amazing experienceWhat a day! 5 fabulous wineries over 6 hours. Really well organised, we were met by someone at each winery, table and tastings at the ready, and at 2 of the wineries we had tasing plates/cheese platter provided. About 55 minutes at each winery which was just the right amount of time to enjoy the wines and the atmosphere. Our pilot Juliette was fantastic, as a nervous flyer she put me at ease with her skills and commentary along the way. Would definitely do this again and highly recommend it...great fun and even learnt a bit about wine along the way!
- Jazzaman6600DisappointedPretty disappointed really. Got canceled because of minimum travers is two. Where i had me and my 3 year old son (who was really looking foward to it) which they considered not two people. Then tried conning me into purchasing a ticket for him even though it says on there site 3 year olds dont need a ticket. Come on guys dont be so money hungry. You ruined my sons day. Also maybe ring people a bit earlier than the day before its meant to happen they can reorganize another flight with a company that doesnt just do it for money.
- mariomW3894JZ00Outstanding Service and TourAn excellent experience from the booking process onwards. Geoff was very professional in his approach and execution of all communication. Our pilot Matt was an excellent pilot and guide - very informative and eased my wife's concerns about flying. The tour itself was well thought out and we enjoyed a variety of wineries and wines! Overall, an excellent day out and highly recommended.
- 822JeanetteG00A unique day outSuch a fabulous experience. Saw the city and surrounds like never before with easy fun commentary. A relaxed but exciting day and worth every $. Would throughly recommend
- Lorraine S00Garden city helicopters are the best!Amazing experience Simply the best! Garden City Helicopters flight and vineyard lunch. Our pilot Matt was helpful, fun, kind and knowledgeable. The reception staff were amazing. The food and wine match at Terrace Edge was delicious and so was their olive oil. Lunch at Black Estate was yummy and their staff welcoming and friendly. I would recommend you allow the day and really relax and enjoy it. It’s too good to rush it. Wonderful for a special occasion or just treat yourself you will not regret it.
- raywellfarm00christchurch complimentary flyover, from Asure Qualitymost enjoyable, starting from the briefing to take off and the flight, the highlight was the tour of the facilities and the understanding of the training, the interaction with other services, and to witness preparation and the organization of emergency services. our family left with a greater understanding, of the organization that our farm business supports, by annual subscription. Thank you and, Regards Peter Withell,on behalf of Raywell Farm Ltd.
- kural201800Between the Vines Winery TourHad an absolutely fabulous day on the Between the Wines tour with friends. The helicopter ride there and back is a bonus as you take in the beautiful landscape of Canterbury and also Christchurch city. Our awesome pilot Jono was very knowledgeable in pointing out sites and points of interest and with a sense of humour to boot. The 5 wineries each had something different to offer and not to mention the delicious wines. Of course you feel quite special arriving at each winery by helicopter. Cant recommend this tour highly enough. Gather together some family or friends and do it. You wont be disappointed. Thanks GCH and Jono for a great day. Kura
- Departure1247180485100Amazing ExperienceThank you to the fantastic team at GCH. I had been meaning to do a trial flight for a while and finally got around to doing it this year. These guys were brilliant. The communications, booking process, and the flight itself... awesome experience, I'm hooked.
- thelaw400Experience of a life timeAmazing day, right from the start with the tour over Christchurch city. The pilot, Johno, talked about the city, wineries and the region with a lot of knowledge which made it an interesting day. Such an awesome way to do the wineries. Definitely a bucket list item ticked off for us.
- Flombom00Birthday surpriseHad a wonderful experience with Garden City Helicopters. Our booked helicopter was out, unable to return due to fog so another pilot stepped in so our flight and winery lunch would happen. My 3 year old who wants to be a pilot sat beside our pilot and he was great with her. Talked her through what he was doing and made her dream come true. ThanK you
- Shelley H00The Best 6oth birthday celebration!!!Wow, what a fantastic experience! Exceptional customer service with a genuine care and love of their jobs. the receptionist was welcoming and delightful, the pilots oozed enthusiasm and we learnt so very much. Thank you 🙏
- trudisc0tt00Totally awesome!!!I had a gift ride with me flying as well ! Best thing I've ever done! Stressful but so awesome!! I'd do again tomorrow ! Great pilot to!!
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John F
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We were frustrated by the weather. Due to cloud and high winds the helicopter lesson did not take place. The guys at Garden City Helicopters did everything they could to fit me in on the 28th, 29th and the 30th but the weather was against us. However full marks for the efforts they made
Written 1 October 2023
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amanda c
Christchurch, New Zealand46 contributions
Feb 2020
my father was visting and in a previous life he had been a British helicopter pilot. At 84 it had been many years ago but he still talked about it with a passion. As a surprise i rang the team (4-5 times) to say i want it to be the ultimate experience. Although older he still knew what it was about and I didnt want it to be spent all about showing him what he already knew but just outdated. The team were UNBELIEVABLE ! The office to the pilot Jono continued to assure me it would be the ultimate experience for him and then some. I cried when I saw him take off and then hovering above me, flying himself. They took off to the hills where he did multi landings and re-experienced his past. Thank you ALL so much. you made one family very very happy. Pre Covid so didnt need all the sanitizing that is now required.
Written 13 August 2020
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Cosydell11
Christchurch, New Zealand15 contributions
Jul 2018 • Solo
Fantastic, first of many now. Learnt more than a thing or two on a beautiful July winters day. Instructions were easy to understand from Johnathon and landing over the rural areas a treat. I have the bug now!
Written 29 July 2018
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We look forward to welcoming you back to come and enjoy another flight with us.
Will pass on your lovely comments to Jonathon.
kind regards
Alison
Written 28 December 2018
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Kevin S
5 contributions
Dec 2022 • Solo
The first time trying to fly yourself and how it feels.
I recommend giving it a try to anyone.
I would definitely do it again.
I recommend giving it a try to anyone.
I would definitely do it again.
Written 2 December 2022
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GardenCityHelicopter
Thank you for your review and we are glad to read that your experience was great of the YouFly Trial flight. #gchaviation
Written 5 December 2022
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cpmacs
Christchurch, New Zealand1 contribution
Jul 2021
Have had this on my bucket list and it was even more than I could possibly imagine! The experience was something else and highly recommend it to anyone thinking of doing this.
Thanks to Jonno, awesome instructor, look forward to do this again.
Thanks to Jonno, awesome instructor, look forward to do this again.
Written 13 July 2021
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Sightseer23994902445
Thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed being at the controls of the helicopter and experiencing what its like to operate these machines. We also offer the helicopter trial flights at our Kaikoura Helicopters in a bigger helicopter.. Another bucket list item to tick off maybe? #gardencityhelicopters
Written 14 July 2021
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Tracey O
1 contribution
Nov 2019
Right from the start, our welcoming from the staff were friendly, obliging and all smiles.
Jono (my pilot) was so amazing! Funny, to say the least; had me laughing the whole time. My half hour with him up in the air was exciting, thrilling and, most importantly, I felt very safe. Flew along following the Waimakariri River and did some hovering over fields. Jono certainly knows his job and I thoroughly recommend this trip. He took photos for us and introduced us to pleasant reception ladies, engineers, trainee staff and management. All involved took the time to chat and were very welcoming.
Jono (my pilot) was so amazing! Funny, to say the least; had me laughing the whole time. My half hour with him up in the air was exciting, thrilling and, most importantly, I felt very safe. Flew along following the Waimakariri River and did some hovering over fields. Jono certainly knows his job and I thoroughly recommend this trip. He took photos for us and introduced us to pleasant reception ladies, engineers, trainee staff and management. All involved took the time to chat and were very welcoming.
Written 9 November 2019
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Dean Williamson
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Aug 2019 • Solo
What a great experience the trial flight was. Both Hannah and Johnno were great fun and at the same time very professional. Flying that wee helicopter was an absolute blast, took me hours to calm down afterwards. Recommend to anyone. Thanks Garden City Helicopters.
Written 4 August 2019
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Zach A
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Hello. I’m wondering if pickup from The Breakfree on Cashel can be arranged? Also is it possible to extend flight to 1 hr?
Su C
Singapore, Singapore3 contributions
Hi I may like to go on this Helicoptet Trial Flight on the 2 May. May I know if you would be able to have hotel pick up from Quest on Manchester?