An extended journey is offered by this 35 minute Auckland scenic flight option that spans the Auckland coastline for the best possible aerial sightseeing. Covering a comprehensive summary of the Auckland region's natural and man-made scenery from the air, on this scenic flight you'll join your friendly pilot/guides and board your helicopter, heading out from downtown Auckland and over the harbour, past the Harbour Bridge and towards the Kumeu wine area before reaching Muriwai and Piha beaches. From here, the journey turns south along the Cornwallis and past One Tree Hill Domain and over several pristine beaches at Okahu, Mission Bay, Kohimarama and St Heliers.
Witness amazing views of both Rangitoto and Motutapu islands before flying over the suburbs of Auckland's North Shore and further on to Shoal Bay and Lake Pupuke before landing back at the heliport. This "coast to coast" flight features in-depth commentary and spans one end of the Auckland region to the other - if you're looking to indulge in the region's ultimate aerial sightseeing opportunity then this itinerary is the choice for you.
Inclusions
- 35 minute scenic helicopter flight
Exclusions
Highlights
- As you lift off from our from our downtown heliport at Mechanics Bay you will fly up the inner harbour over Auckland’s Harbour Bridge, past Auckland’s Central Business District and over Avondale Basin, Avondale Race Course and upper reaches of the Waitemata Harbour
- Enjoying views of Western Springs and the Auckland Zoo along the way, while continuing west towards the Kumeu wine area until we reach Muriwai and Piha beaches
- We then head south along the coast to Cornwallis, the southern tip of the well-known west coast beaches. Flying past One Tree Hill Domain, over Cornwall Park and Ellerslie Race Course as we head in the direction of the popular regional park of Motuihe Island, the eastern beaches of Okahu Bay, Mission Bay, Kohimarama and St Heliers can be seen as we fly towards the western end of Waiheke Island
- Spectacular views out over the Hauraki Gulf Islands such as the extinct volcano of Rangitoto Island and Motutapu Island farm can be seen as we fly over some of Auckland’s North Shore suburbs, Ngataringa and Shoal Bay to Lake Pupuke, a now freshwater filled extinct volcanic crater before descending into our Mechanics Bay heliport
Time
- Flights operate daily except Christmas Day 25 December. At the completion of purchase, you will need to contact the tour operator to book in a flight time that suits you (Tour Operator details will be printed in your tour voucher)
Duration
Additional Information
- A minimum of 2 passengers are required
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher