Surf Safari Scenic Helicopter Flight with Adventure Helicopters | Mount Maunganui | Shaara Deals

Adventure Helicopters calls it the Surf Safari — a 15 minute (approx.) scenic flight from Mount Maunganui that the operator describes as a chance to "cruise over Mount Maunganui and surrounding surf beaches, whilst scanning for sharks and stingrays, viewing the bountiful avocado and Kiwifruit orchards." From $300, this Bay of Plenty helicopter flight is now bookable on Shaara Deals.

The route takes in "great views along Matakana Island and of the Tauranga Harbour" as the helicopter banks along the coastline — and, notably, Adventure Helicopters confirms "this flight includes all that of the Mount Magic scenic flight," meaning Surf Safari passengers see everything on that shorter route plus the additional surf-beach and orchard scanning further along the coast.

Want more from your time in the air? The operator points out two longer options for those chasing extra adventure or a beach landing: "For more adventure and beach landings check out the Bay Explorer and Kaimai Classic scenic flights!"

The aircraft:

• Robinson R44 — 3 passengers maximum, 250kg combined passenger weight

• B206 Jet Ranger — 4 passengers maximum, 360kg combined passenger weight

Booking information, direct from Adventure Helicopters:

• Flights require a minimum of 2 passengers to be confirmed

• For all flight bookings, call 0273152265

• In accordance with CAA rules and regulations, all passengers must provide their accurate weight before any flight, with a maximum of 135kg allowed per seat for weight, balance and safety purposes

• Pilots make the call on suitable weather on the day of the booked flight — if conditions aren't suitable, Adventure Helicopters will contact you to reschedule or provide a full refund (subject to terms and conditions)

• Bookings for 4 or more passengers may be split over 2 flights

• All flights are subject to weather and weight restrictions, and may be altered at the pilot's discretion

At 15 minutes, the Surf Safari is a quick way to see Mount Maunganui, its surf beaches, Matakana Island and Tauranga Harbour from above — without committing to a full-length scenic flight.

Full details, availability and booking: https://shaaradeals.co.nz/deal/6a82a35e60b14ad6f0b96a23