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Fly with New Zealand's safest, most experienced, award winning aeroplane whale watching company. With Wings Over Whales, you’ll witness majestic whales, playful dolphins, and breathtaking mountain views — all from the best seat in the sky!
Highlights
- Enjoy stunning views over Kaikōura
- See magnificent whales and dolphins in their natural habitat
- Fantastic photo opportunities of the whales and scenic views
- Qualmark Gold award
- Newest Planes in Kaikoura
Join Wings Over Whales for the Experience of a lifetime.
100% Weather Refund Guarantee
“Experience the true magnitude of the world’s largest mammal, the whale!” - TOP REVIEWED!
Discover the awe-inspiring beauty of Kaikoura from the sky with Wings Over Whales – a locally owned and operated company offering unforgettable whale watching and scenic flights. Get up close to the world’s largest mammals, including the majestic Sperm Whale, as well as Dusky Dolphins, Humpback Whales, and other marine life – all from the comfort of your own window seat in a high-wing aircraft designed for the best aerial whale watching experience in Kaikoura.
Operating year-round, Wings Over Whales is Kaikoura’s most trusted and experienced whale watching company, with over 30 years of safe, professional service. Our expert pilots and friendly team are passionate about marine life and delivering a flight you’ll never forget. We are proud to be Qualmark GOLD endorsed, ensuring a premium tourism experience backed by New Zealand’s official quality assurance standards.
- Every seat is a window seat, perfect for unobstructed viewing and photography.
- Fly just 150 metres above whales and dolphins for stunning close-up views.
- Complimentary hot drinks (tea, coffee, or hot chocolate) for all booked guests.
With a very high whale sighting success rate, Wings Over Whales gives you the best chance to witness these incredible creatures in their natural environment. While sightings are not guaranteed, we’re proud to be known for our honesty, safety, and commitment to making every flight a memorable one.
Things you may see
- Sperm whales
- Dusky dolphins
- Humpback whales
- Blue whales
- Fin whales
- Orca
- New Zealand fur seals
All prices are shown in NZD ($)
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- Adult$195.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$199.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$109.00
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- Adult$275.00
- Child$130.00
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- Adult$189.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Child$130.00
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- Adult$199.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$275.00
- Child$130.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$189.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$109.00
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- Adult$275.00
- Child$130.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$179.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$109.00
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Authenticated Reviews & Photos All of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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From Kaikoura Whale Watching Flight - Wings Over Whales
Thanks for your review Johanna, how wonderful that you got to see three different whales! Thanks so much for flying with us.
Andreas Oster from Germany wrote on 17 June 2024
Großartig
Das Whalewatching aus der Vogelperspektive war erfolgreich und grandios. Allerdings sollte man nicht unterschätzen, dass es ein turbulenter Flug ist :)
From Kaikoura Whale Watching Flight - Wings Over Whales
Thanks for the review!
jann1 from Germany wrote on 13 March 2024
Einzigartig
Wir haben zwei Flüge gemacht, da wir beim ersten Flug leider keine Wale oder Delfine entdecken konnten. Dafür haben wir eine schöne Aussicht über das Meer und die Küstenregion bekommen. Beim zweiten Flug konnten wir einen Pottwal entdecken. Da ich den Wal zuerst gesehen habe, hat mir der Pilot sogar ein Eis spendiert :D
From Kaikoura Whale Watching Flight - Wings Over Whales
Thanks for flying with us, we're glad you enjoyed your experience!
Susanne Prawitt from Germany wrote on 16 January 2024
Wunderbare Erfahrung
Perfekter Ablauf, Schulung und Flug. Der Pilot hat sein bestes gegeben. Wir haben Wale und Delphine gesehen.
Walter Steinkemper from Germany wrote on 30 November 2023
Mehr versprochen
Insgesamt war es kein Highlight. Wir haben keinen Wal gesichtet, aber das kann passieren, besonders wenn das Wetter keine Bedingungen bietet. Aber das ist Natur. Es gab aber wenigstens etliche Delfine zu sehen. Meiner Ansicht nach ist es nicht in Ordnung, einen 40 Minuten Flug anzupreisen und zu verkaufen, bei dem man dann aber schon nach 30 Minuten wieder am Boden ist.
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Johanna Winter from Germany wrote on 28 February 2025
Top Erlebnis
Ich kann Wings over Whales nur empfehlen. Wir haben drei verschiedene Wale gesehen. Eine wunderschöne Erfahrung.