Garden City Helicopters
Garden City Helicopters
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Experience the very best views New Zealand has to offer on a heli adventure flight. See the sights of Christchurch city or choose one of our exciting packages from whale watching, jetboating,vineyards or the majestic scenery of Akaroa – just 15 minutes away!
Christchurch, New Zealand

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John F
1 contribution
3.0 of 5 bubbles
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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Architecture and food
Wellington, New Zealand823 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Business
On 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
Written 3 September 2023
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Mel B
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023 • Couples
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.
Written 10 April 2023
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Thank you for your wonderful review of our Helijet. What a treat to get an upgrade to a longer trip. to see more of the beauty of the region combined with a thrilling jet boat ride. We have started a new product up in Kaikoura that may be something to add to your bucket list our Kaikoura Helicopter Helijet. Call our team there on 03 319 6609 for more details. Please do share your images on out social pages #gchaviation.
Written 12 April 2023
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Anne-Marie Cate
4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
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.
Written 20 February 2023
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Kevin S
5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
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.
Written 2 December 2022
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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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lulu1269
Melbourne, Australia63 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2022
What 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!
Written 13 September 2022
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Thank you for your review. We are glad that you had such a fantastic journey with us. We look forward to flying you again.
Written 5 December 2022
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Ken & Irene
Singapore, Singapore5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2022
We booked a trial flight for 26 Aug 2022 morning. Unfortunately on that day, the weather was not good (cloudy with rain) so we had to reschedule to 5 Sep afternoon.

On 5 Sep afternoon, after our briefing, the weather suddenly turned bad and once again, we had to push back the flight, this time to 7 Sep morning.

On 7 Sep morning, we were finally able to fly and the experience is phenomenal. Immediately after that, we quickly made our way to the airport to catch our flight back home.

We are greatly appreciative of Juliet, our pilot, who went out of her way to accommodate our schedule, even having to reschedule her own commitments in the process. She also gave us a brief tour of the place and we got to know many of the friendly staff there. Looking at the immaculate state of the helicopters, we know staff takes pride in their work.

We like to thank the other pilot, Jon, as well, for his humour and for making the flight interesting.

We also like to thank Geoff, who was really helpful in liaising with us and had given us great tips on travelling in the South Island.

Friendly, professional and dependable staff.

Ken and Irene
Singapore
Written 11 September 2022
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Thank you for your review and we are glad that we were able to get you on your YouFly trial flight. It is an amazing experience to be on the controls of a helicopter. #gchaviation
Written 5 December 2022
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Harmony M
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022 • Family
The guys in the reception are super nice and very welcoming, Although my partner is scared of heights, he picked up his big boy pants and went for it. He had the best time of his life. Honestly he couldn't stop talking about how he flew a helicopter best fun he's ever had.
Thank you GCH yous definitely know how to leave smiles on your customers faces. 👍
Written 27 August 2022
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Such an awesome experience to give your partner as well as getting him to face a fear of heights. Thank you for the review. Please share an image to our social pages #gchaviation
Written 30 August 2022
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Jazzaman
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022 • Family
Pretty 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.
Written 14 August 2022
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Mario M
Richmond, Australia22 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022
An 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.
Written 31 July 2022
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Thank you for your review. I am glad that you had an enjoyable day. Melton Estate winery tour is well recommended should you have time to try another of Canterbury's wineries.
Written 30 August 2022
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