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<ul>
	<li>No refunds for Cancellations made within 24 hours of departure</li>
</ul>

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	<li>Meals or picnic costs (available upon request; please advise dietary requirements)</li>
	<li>Personal expenses</li>
	<li>Gratuities</li>
</ul>

Yes, a minimum of two fares is required for the flight to depart.

Infants aged 0 to 2 years can join free of charge and will be secured on the lap of a fare-paying passenger.

Warm clothing is recommended, as the alpine environment can be cold.

The flight is subject to weather conditions. In case of cancellation due to weather, alternative dates or refunds will be offered.

The choice of helicopter is at the discretion of GCH Aviation

Departing from Christchurch airport to the Southern Alps, you start to see the vast tapestry that is the Canterbury Plains.&nbsp;

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The Canterbury Plains is&nbsp;an area of braided rivers and pastoral perfection between the Southern Alps and the Pacific Ocean. The plains are a remarkable sight from the air, a patchwork of agricultural activity that ranges from grazing grasses, wheat, herbs, sunflowers, beef, sheep and deer.

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Your flight will take you alongside and through the gorge of The Waimakariri River, one of the largest braided&nbsp;rivers in Canterbury. The mighty Waimakariri river flows from the Southern Alps across the Canterbury Plains to the Pacific Ocean.

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Look down on the array of limestone boulders in the Castle Hill area which is a popular climbing and hiking area. Several ski fields come to life in the winter in the Castle Hill Basin.

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You will be able to see the route of the famous Transalpine railway through to the upper reaches of the river as it disappears into the Arthur&rsquo;s Pass National Park.

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Experience your spectacular remote mountain landing* on a summit to breathe in the fresh alpine air.

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*Seasonal snow landing

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Garden City Helicopters - GCH Aviation

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	<li>Get up to 10% cash back per person when you book with us</li>
	<li>Enjoy spectacular view of the Southern Alps and Canterbury Plains</li>
	<li>Fly over the braided Waimakariri river and beautiful pastures</li>
	<li>View Castle Hill from above</li>
	<li>Remote mountain landing (seasonal snow landing)</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>Flight subject to weather conditions</li>
	<li>Flights operate with a minimum of 2 passengers</li>
	<li>Minimum number of fares required for flights to depart</li>
	<li>Helicopter used is at the discretion of GCH Aviation</li>
	<li>Lunch or picnic cost not included in advertised price
	<ul>
		<li>Should you wish to book one of these options, please contact the tour operator direct and advise any dietary requirements</li>
	</ul>
	</li>
	<li>Legal age to consume or buy alcohol in New Zealand is 18 years old. Identification such as Drivers Licence or Passport must be carried.</li>
	<li>Please dress warm as the alpine environment can be cold</li>
	<li>Price is per person for 3 years old plus. No child prices apply. Infants 0 to 2 years old are free of charge and will be secured on the lap of a fare paying passenger.</li>
</ul>

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