One of the most unforgettable experiences of my life. To see a sperm whale in it's natural environment is beyond words and a little emotional. If funds allow go for the helicopter. Incredible
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South Pacific Helicopters
58 West End, Kaikoura 7300, New Zealand
Open today: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Andrew T
Bristol, United Kingdom
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Incredible
Date of experience: November 2024
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soycarolineward
Fox Glacier, New Zealand
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What an amazing experience. Any nervousness I had quickly dissipated once our pilot Dan took off. The entire experience was beyond our wildest dreams. The weather was perfect for whale spotting and a peninsular landing. We were lucky enough to see a 19m sperm whale.
Dan's knowledge share was informative and interesting. I would highly recommend this experience and have no hesitation in giving 5 stars.
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Augie D
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The pilot flew our small group right over a humpback whale that was putting on quite a display trying to impress a female or a male. He/she turned stomach side up on the surface slapping its pectoral fins (arms) on the top of the water. It turned back upright and then did it some more! The helicopter was able to circle over the whale clockwise and then reverse so people on each side of the ‘copter could get clear views and snap some once-in-a-lifetime images. It was a fantastic experience!
Date of experience: October 2024
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mieyeed
Middletown, Connecticut
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The flight was awesome. Viewing Kaikoura from the sky was an exceptional experience. We would recommend this highly (pun intended).
Date of experience: April 2024
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SouthPacificHeli, Manager at South Pacific Helicopters, responded to this reviewResponded 30 September 2024
We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your experience with South Pacific Helicopters. We appreciate your review and look forward to having you back on board soon.
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358leilam
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Truly spectacular trip up to Mt Fyffe hut with Cal from South Pacific Helicopters and Justine from Mt Fyffe Distillery. Incredible views, delicious gin and great hosts! An experience of a lifetime - highly recommend :)
Date of experience: July 2024
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SouthPacificHeli, Manager at South Pacific Helicopters, responded to this reviewResponded 30 September 2024
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a lovely review. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed our Heli-Gin with Mt Fyffe Distillery experience. We appreciate your booking and hope to see you again in the future.
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Curiosity39981987164
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Awesome flight, lots of knowledge and love of what they do, 2 whales seen right away meant maximum time over them, pilot and ground crew were all awesome, recommended to anyone.
Date of experience: June 2024
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SouthPacificHeli, Manager at South Pacific Helicopters, responded to this reviewResponded 30 September 2024
Thanks so much for your recommendation and your lovely review. So pleased to hear you got to enjoy the marine life of Kaikoura.
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