Excursion Coastal discovery by helicopter tour at Waitangi (Bay Of Islands)

An opportunity to explore the unique and stunning coastline surrounding the Bay of Islands region and flying over the "Hole in the Rock" at Cape Brett.

The Bay of Islands offers some of the best coastal and island scenery in New Zealand, this helicopter scenic flight offers exceptional views of these beautiful islands leading to the infamous "Hole in the Rock".

Cape Brett Lighthouse

Join your minivan for a short transfer from the Wharf to the beachfront helipad in Paihia. Your flight heads across Russell with views over to Opua and surrounds before tracking along the stunning peninsula coastline to Cape Brett and it's lighthouse where you will experience an exciting turn to fly around the Hole in the Rock and its remote coastline on the Eastern side on the Cape Brett Peninsula.

Kerikeri Peninsula

The return portion of the flight flies directly over the main islands of the area with birds eye views of their white sandy beaches. Before coming into land you will see views of the Kerikeri Peninsula then past the Waitangi Treaty grounds and Paihia township before landing back at Paihia, where awaiting is your return transfer to the Wharf.

Please note: This tour requires a minimal amount of walking and is not recommended for those who utilise a wheelchair. Guests must be able to embark and disembark the mini van and helicopter with minimal assistance. It operates in a chartered, 5-seater Longranger Helicopter, and minivan vehicles. A minimum/maximum of 4 guests is required for operation; space is very limited. Total flying time is approximately 30 minutes. Due to weight and balance limitations, as well as guest safety and comfort, the maximum weight per passenger is 297 pounds (135 kilograms/21 stones). Seating is at the pilot's discretion. All members of your party are required to submit their weight information to the Shore Concierge once on board. Operation of this tour is subject to favourable weather and wind conditions and may be cancelled by the pilot on short notice.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: The Bay of Islands, Cape Brett Lighthouse, the "Hole in the Rock"