Christchurch Scenic Helicopter Tour
Overview
Sit back and relax aboard a helicopter over Ōtautahi Christchurch, New Zealand’s newest city—a place where resilience meets regeneration. Years after the earthquakes, Christchurch thrives as a vibrant, evolving city that still honors its Garden City roots. From above, see Hagley Park, the Botanic Gardens, and Deans Bush / Pūtaringamotu—green jewels in the city’s heart. Below, bold new precincts mix with restored heritage buildings. Gaze at laneways, central bars, the Margaret Mahy Playground, and the iconic Town Hall. The cultural core pulses with life—home to The Court Theatre, The Piano, and Isaac Theatre Royal. Te Kaha, the new One New Zealand Stadium, gleams—future home of concerts, world-class rugby, and Crusader victories. To the east, the Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor transforms the Red Zone into an urban sanctuary. Beyond, fly over the Port Hills to Banks Peninsula: Diamond Harbour, Lyttelton Port, Sumner, and Pegasus Bay—where nature, culture, past, and future connect.
What's Included
- Live commentary from pilot
- A fantastic aerial view of Christchurch City and harbour
Meeting Location
73 Grays Road
Harewood, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free
Garden City Helicopters
5 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Christchurch Botanic Gardens (pass by)
Christchurch Cathedral (pass by)
Avon River (pass by)
Lyttelton Harbour (pass by)
Quail Island (pass by)
Port Hills (pass by)
Godley Head (pass by)
Sumner Beach (pass by)
New Brighton Beach (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- No Child prices
- Infant age is 0 to 2 years old are free and must be seated on the lap of a fare paying adult
- Customers in wheelchairs will need to be able to lift themselves in the helicopter or have a care person to help them. A fare will be require if care person must travel with.
- Trip is weather dependent
- We require a minimum number of fares for flights to depart. Flight will be cancelled if minimum number of fares is not reached.
- Pilot will decide on seating of passengers in the helicopter. Pilot must operate helicopter within the weight and balance requirements of the aircraft
- You must reconfirm you booking 24 hours prior to departure to check weather conditions
- Passengers will be weighed on check in, we will ask on booking for your estimated weight
- Weight limitations apply
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Christchurch Scenic Helicopter Tour?
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Activity code: C-6036SCENIC
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Live commentary from pilot.
- A fantastic aerial view of Christchurch City and harbour.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Christchurch Scenic Helicopter Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Christchurch Scenic Helicopter Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Live commentary from pilot
- A fantastic aerial view of Christchurch City and harbour
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- No Child prices
- Infant age is 0 to 2 years old are free and must be seated on the lap of a fare paying adult
- Customers in wheelchairs will need to be able to lift themselves in the helicopter or have a care person to help them. A fare will be require if care person must travel with.
- Trip is weather dependent
- We require a minimum number of fares for flights to depart. Flight will be cancelled if minimum number of fares is not reached.
- Pilot will decide on seating of passengers in the helicopter. Pilot must operate helicopter within the weight and balance requirements of the aircraft
- You must reconfirm you booking 24 hours prior to departure to check weather conditions
- Passengers will be weighed on check in, we will ask on booking for your estimated weight
- weight limitations apply
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
