South Coast Discovery Helicopter Flight | Wellington Helicopters | Shaara Deals
A 22-minute helicopter flight along Wellington's south coast with Wellington Helicopters, past the Makara wind farm and seal colonies, on Shaara Deals from $375.
The longest of the three shorter Wellington Helicopters flights, this one leaves the city behind entirely and heads for the wilder, less-visited south coast.
After departing central Wellington, the flight passes the Makara wind farm, an impressive stretch of turbines set into the hills that's as much a display of engineering as it is scenery. From there the route follows the rugged southern coastline, where seal colonies can often be spotted lounging along the shore. Seen from the air, this stretch of coast looks even more dramatic than it does from the ground.
The flight also passes the historic Karori Rock lighthouse, which stands watch over the Cook Strait, one of the more notoriously difficult sea crossings in the world. On a clear day, the view stretches across to the Marlborough Sounds and the top of the South Island. Worth noting: this flight does not include a landing at the south coast, it's purely a scenic pass along the coastline.
Heading back, the flight returns via Wellington Harbour, taking in the same sweeping city views as the shorter flights, with Te Papa, the Beehive and the Cake Tin stadium all visible from the air.
The essentials for this South Coast Discovery helicopter flight:
• Duration: approximately 22 minutes
• Price: from NZD $375.00
• Departure point: central Wellington
• Route: Makara wind farm, south coast seal colonies, Karori Rock lighthouse, Cook Strait, returning via Wellington Harbour
• Operator: Wellington Helicopters Limited
• No landing included — this is a scenic flight only
Frequently asked questions
Will we land on the south coast?
No, this flight is a scenic pass along the coastline without a landing.
What's the cancellation policy?
Full refund more than 7 days before departure, 50% refund within 7 days to 48 hours, and no refund inside 48 hours. Weather disruptions and serious illness don't incur a cancellation fee.
How does this compare to the Heli Harbour Flight?
The 15-minute Heli Harbour Flight from $299 stays within the harbour, taking in Zealandia and Matiu/Somes Island. This 22-minute South Coast Discovery flight from $375 goes further, out past the Makara wind farm and along the south coast to seal colonies and the Karori Rock lighthouse before returning via the harbour.
This Wellington Helicopters deal is live now on Shaara Deals at the link below.
https://shaaradeals.co.nz/deal/6a82bf4887490f101e4e3909
