Helicopter Sightseeing Tours Auckland and Waiheke

All tours include complimentary transfers from your Auckland City hotel to the heliport and back (approx 20 minutes each way). Before flying you will receive a safety briefing and have a chance for some photos. Bose noise-cancelling headsets allow your pilot to be your expert guide throughout the flight.

These stunning scenic helicopter flights create memories that last a lifetime.

Auckland City Spectacular 20 mins

Your pilot will fly from the heliport to the Harbour Bridge, past the historic Chelsea Sugar Works and over the Waitemata Harbour towards Auckland Zoo, Eden Park Stadium and the now extinct cones of Mount Eden and Mount Albert. See spectacular views of Cornwall Park and Auckland Museum as you head towards New Zealands tallest building, the stunning Sky Tower.

Leave the heart of the city and Auckland's Viaduct Harbour behind, soak up the amazing panoramic view that stretches out across the sparkling waters of the Hauraki Gulf dotted with boats and idyllic islands.

Next an aerial view of Devonport Naval Base, Mt Victoria, North Head and Takapuna beach before choppering towards the crater of Rangitoto Island, Auckland's largest volcano which last erupted 550 years ago.

Your helicopter will then turn inland towards Lake Pupuke and up the east coast beaches, offering a private peek at their multi-million dollar houses and pools, before heading back to the heliport.

Flight time 20 mins. Allow approx 75 mins for the entire trip.

Twin Coast and City 35 mins

Experience a fabulous overview of the heart of New Zealand with this stunning 35-minute scenic helicopter flight which depicts the contrasting beauty of East and West coasts, white and black sand beaches, farmland, vineyards, rivers, lakes and the sea plus all the highlights of the Auckland City Spectacular tour including the Sky Tower.

See the Islands and glistening waters of the Hauraki Gulf from above and realise why Auckland is called the City of Sails. Capture some incredible photos and create lasting memories with this exceptional experience.

Flight time 35 mins. Allow approx 90 minutes for the entire trip.

Auckland Grand Scenic Tour 45 mins

This is the best of the best; a scenic flight that includes the Auckland City Spectacular, the Coast to Coast and wonderful Waiheke Island. After experiencing the contrasting scenery of the East and West Coast beaches and the famous city highlights, your helicopter will track out across the Hauraki Gulf. You will see blue waters dotted with sails, fly over the islands of Motutapu and Motuihe before reaching the jewel in the crown, Waiheke with its rolling Vineyards, stunning mansions and secluded bays. It is obvious from the sky why people come from all over the world to visit this idyllic slice of paradise.

Flight time 45 mins. Allow approx. 1 hour 40 minutes for the entire trip.