Wharekauhau Heli-lunch from Wellington
Overview
Wharekauhau Heli Lunch Experience – Scenic Flight and Gourmet Dining (3 hours)
Combine breathtaking aerial views with gourmet dining on this stunning 3-hour tour from Wellington. Depart from central Wellington for a scenic 20-minute helicopter flight over the dramatic Rimutaka Mountain Range and Palliser Bay before landing at the renowned Wharekauhau Country Estate.
On arrival, enjoy a welcome glass of bubbles followed by a delicious 4-course meal paired with fine wines. After a leisurely lunch, take in dramatic views of Palliser Bay on your return flight to Wellington.
Round-trip helicopter transfers from Wellington are included for a seamless and memorable journey.
Inclusions:
20-minute return helicopter flight
2.5 hours at Wharekauhau Country Estate
Gourmet 4-course meal
Welcome glass of bubbles
Perfect for special occasions or anyone looking to combine adventure and fine dining. Ideal for cruise passengers seeking a grand shore excursion in Wellington.
What's Included
- Commentary from pilot on helicopter journey
- Welcome glass of bubbles on landing at Wharekauhau
- Gourmet 4-course dining experience
- Return helicopter trip from Wellington to Wharekauhau
- Wharekauhau host will take you on a flavorsome journey as your food is presented to enjoy
- Any additional drinks or food you order will need to be paid for before departure
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
Shed 6
Queens Wharf, Wellington Central, Wellington 6140, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Wellington Helicopters Limited
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Wharekauhau Country Estate
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Subject to availability at the lodge
- Minimum passenger numbers apply before a flight can proceed
- A maximum of 6 people per booking
- Please advise any dietary requirements
- Weather dependent
- Please carry Identification. Legal age to consume or buy alcohol is 18 years old
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Wharekauhau Heli-lunch from Wellington?
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Activity code: C-42218P5
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Helicopter Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Commentary from pilot on helicopter journey.
- Welcome glass of bubbles on landing at Wharekauhau.
- Gourmet 4-course dining experience.
- Return helicopter trip from Wellington to Wharekauhau.
- Wharekauhau host will take you on a flavorsome journey as your food is presented to enjoy.
- Any additional drinks or food you order will need to be paid for before departure.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Wharekauhau Heli-lunch from Wellington is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Wharekauhau Heli-lunch from Wellington will be included in your confirmation email from City Helicopter Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Commentary from pilot on helicopter journey
- Welcome glass of bubbles on landing at Wharekauhau
- Gourmet 4-course dining experience
- Return helicopter trip from Wellington to Wharekauhau
- Wharekauhau host will take you on a flavorsome journey as your food is presented to enjoy
- Any additional drinks or food you order will need to be paid for before departure
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Subject to availability at the lodge
- Minimum passenger numbers apply before a flight can proceed
- A maximum of 6 people per booking
- Please advise any dietary requirements
- Weather dependent
- Please carry Identification. Legal age to consume or buy alcohol is 18 years old
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
