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Reviewed 23 February 2021

The whole experience was fantastic, from walking into the gorgeous log building to getting into the helicopter, to landing. Daniel was the pilot, such a nice guy, very professional We saw a whale and loads of dolphins before heading into the mountains to land at Lake Hapuku which had been created by the earthquake. The time passed so quickly, we could have flown all day. I would recommend this flight to everyone.

Date of experience: February 2021
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Reviewed 16 February 2021

We had the best time! Pilot Pete was a great guide. We saw heaps of dolphins, an albatross and a sperm whale. It was an amazing experience we will never forget. The team were great at getting our 2 1/2 year old comfortable with the helicopter and the ear muffs. He has not stopped talking about his helicopter ride since!
We got plenty of information before the flight and during. It was unforgettable seeing the whale but even if we hadn't spotted one I know we would have still had a great time. Thanks so much!!

Date of experience: February 2021
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Reviewed 30 December 2020

Amazing experience. Helicoptered up to Mt Fyffe and it was easily the best thing done all holiday. Pete our pilot was exceptional and all the staff were extremely welcoming and obliging. Even took up a beer for us to drink on the Mountain. We landed on top of the mountain and played in the snow for a good half hour. Cant say enough about how great this was. Had kids aged 17 and 14 and they agreed was the best thing so far. Highly recommend.

Date of experience: December 2020
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Wings0verWhales, Manager at South Pacific Helicopters, responded to this reviewResponded 5 January 2021

Thank you for the review. Im glad you enjoyed your time with South Pacific Helicopter.

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Reviewed 28 December 2020 via mobile

This was an amazing experience, my older brother is a paraplegic but the guys here had no issues getting him into the helicopter. We were so lucky the weather had cleared and there was snow on the hills. We followed the fault line, learnt lots and had an amazing time.

Date of experience: December 2020
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Wings0verWhales, Manager at South Pacific Helicopters, responded to this reviewResponded 5 January 2021

It was a pleasure flying you, thank you for your review

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Reviewed 30 November 2020

From the sea to the top of Mt Fyffe, a fabulous experience and highly recommend. From check in, pre flight safety briefing ,the helicopter flight, the very professional informative friendly pilot , it was just brilliant. Thank you team South Pacific Helicopters.

Date of experience: November 2020
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Wings0verWhales, Manager at South Pacific Helicopters, responded to this reviewResponded 23 December 2020

Thank you for the review. Im glad you enjoyed your time with South Pacific Helicopter. I will pass the kind words onto the team.

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