Waimakariri River Jet Boat Ride**With Helicopter Flight Transfer**
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If you thrive on excitement and adventure then the adrenaline overload heli-water experience is perfect for you!
Choose from either a Air Boat on the lower Waimak river or head to the hill for the Waimak gorge for a Helijet boat experience.
AIR BOAT or HELIJET- LOWER WAIMAKARIRI RIVER
After take-off you will enjoy views of Christchurch City and the spectacular Southern Alps before your pilot whisks you away on a ten minute flight to the banks of the Waimakariri River.
Waiting for you will be the award-winning Alpine Jet Thrills team, ready to blast you down the magnificent braided river at speed and under great control with their highly trained driver.
Experience the sensation of skimming over wet stones in Air Force 2 Their genuine all American style AirBoat.
Then it’s back on board the helicopter for the return flight to base.
Includes 20 minutes of flying
AIR BOAT 20 minutes
Child prices apply for 4 - 12 year olds
Allow 1.0 hours.
Minimum passenger numbers apply of 2 adult fares for trip to depart.
Please choose when booking which option you prefer - Helijet or HeliAirboat
If you cannot see the departure time you would prefer, please email info@helicopters.net.nz or call us on +64 3 3584360 for more availability.HELIJET - UPPER WAIMAKARIRI RIVER
Departing our helibase you will fly low level along the braided shallows and up into the Waimakariri Gorge to Adventure Park base to your waiting JetBoat.
Explore the Canyon on a 20 mins Adventure Safari following the river as it winds into the foothills of the Southern Alps Centre before winging your way back to Christchurch Heliport.
Includes 40 minutes of flying
JETBOAT 20 minutes
Child prices apply for 4 - 12 year olds
Allow 1.0 hours.
Minimum passenger numbers apply of 2 adult fares for trip to depart.
If you cannot see the departure time you would prefer, please email info@helicopters.net.nz or call us on +64 3 3584360 for more availability.
Helicopter used is at the discretion of GCH Aviation
Not recommended for pregnant persons.
Please wear warm clothing, hat, gloves, sunscreen and do not forget your camera.
You will be issued with a life jacket and a water spray cover.
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Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the tour departure time.
The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirement: If you have traveled to or transited through yellow fever-endemic regions including East African countries (excluding Tanzania) or South American countries, either before or after your trip, you may be required to present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. This requirement can apply not only for joining tours but also for certain flights or entry into specific countries. For more details, please refer to the official site: : Yellow Fever Risk Areas - Fit for Travel
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