Price from:
3422 USD
*If you love fishing and flying, this is the trip for you!*
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Rates
**Exclusive Charter of up to 4:** $5,900 whole aircraft
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Duration
Approximately 5 hours of fishing.
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About
Weight restrictions apply to all flights
Heletranz is the pioneer of Heli-Fishing—first made famous on Geoff Thomas’s original Snapper Secrets video in the early 1990’s—and has made thousands of fishermen happy over the years!
The Hauraki Gulf and surrounding islands have some of the best fishing in the world, the sub-tidal reefs of the North-East Coastline and Great Barrier have a rich and diverse marine habitat which supports numerous species of fish including Snapper, Kahawai and Kingfish.
Even when the fishing isn’t that hot, the thrill remains on the faces of all who come with us—no one knows Heli-Fishing as well as Heletranz!
Depart from our Heliport in Albany, Auckland and head out to one of our chosen fishing spots, flying over the islands of the Hauraki Gulf—sometimes seeing dolphins, whales, sting-rays—with a bird’s eye view of the stunning scenery making up the land and seascape below.
We provide all the fishing equipment required for the day including: rods, reels, tackle and bait.
Heletranz uses top quality spinning reels and 10ft graphite rods. The helicopter and experienced, knowledgeable pilot stay with you throughout the trip.
Bottled water and a fisherman’s lunch are included in the cost—bring a few beers to complement if you like.
After four hours of ‘lines in the water’ fishing, we begin wrapping up and fly back to our base at Heletranz. Total trip time approximately 5-6 hours.
For exclusive groups, we can arrange to break the day with a stop over at The Mussel Kitchen Coromandel or Waiheke Island after the fishing, where you can relax and re-live the day’s wins and losses or share past fishing tales.
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Passenger weight
Individual passenger weight is critical for a helicopter. The average passenger weight for a flight must be 85kg or less. Passengers over 100kg may be required to pay for an additional comfort seat. Please let us know the passenger weights when making a booking and do not hesitate to get in touch if you are unsure about weight restrictions. Weight restrictions apply to all flights.
Weather
All flights are weather dependent. In the event that the weather is unsuitable on the day of your scheduled booking, your flight will be cancelled and rescheduled at no additional cost to you. When booking please provide us with suitable contact information so we can get hold of you on the day. We suggest you call us on the morning of your flight if you have any doubt about the weather.
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Prices and Booking Confirmation
Fares are in NZ$ and include 15% GST. Rates are subject to change including, but not limited to, increases in or establishment of surcharges (such as fuel surcharges), taxes and government imposed fees. A fuel surcharge may apply at the time of travel. Any request to increase flight time will incur additional charges. Fares are valid for the dates specified and are subject to change. The fare shown applies to the helicopter component only, unless stated otherwise.
Booking Notes
###Once Heletranz receives your booking they will confirm within 24 hours to ensure that this goes ahead.
***Please arrive at our Heliport 15 minutes prior to departure time for a safety briefing.***
All our flights (except Champagne Scenic Flights) may be co-ordinated with other passengers. For an exclusive flight, please contact Heletranz Helicopters to request availability. Please advise of any pre-existing medical conditions, dietary requirements or dangerous goods – listed, if applicable.
All flights – Standard Terms and Conditions apply. See [here](https://www.heletranz.co.nz/terms/)
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### Other Information
You may wish to bring a few beers, and don’t forget to dress appropriately (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, warm jacket, enclosed footwear, etc.) and bring a chilly bin to leave in vehicle for the return. Please ensure all passengers have read and understood the attached ‘Heletranz Fishing Safety’ information.
**Minimum of 5 people are required for Heli-Fishing trips to go ahead. Bookings may be co-ordinated with other passengers.**
Heli-Fishing Safety Doc
Heli-fishing is a unique, memorable and an often exciting experience but the thrill of fishing from rocks in otherwise hard to reach locations comes with some risk. In the interest of your own safety and those fishing with you, Heletranz asks that you please take a few moments to read this document that highlights some of the hazards that may be encountered on your Heli-Fishing experience.
Your pilot has considerable Heli-Fishing experience, is aware of likely hazards, is trained in first aid and the helicopter carries a first aid kit for minor injuries. Possible hazards include;
Pre-existing Medical Conditions.
If you have any pre-existing medical conditions – especially any associated with balance, then please make these known to the pilot or receptionist before departure.
Uneven surfaces.
All rock surfaces are uneven especially around the water line. Plant material might hide holes that may result in a twisted ankle or create slip hazards resulting in falls.
Slippery surfaces.
Please take care when moving about. Wet surfaces may be slippery and falls can result in cuts, abrasions or in worst case, broken limbs.
Over balance – especially when casting lines.
Please ensure that your feet are firmly planted and that you remain balance while casting.
Landing fish
Retrieving and/or netting fish is possibly the most hazardous operation.
Slippery surfaces, over balance and unexpected wave motion can result in falling, falling related injuries or toppling into the water.
Fish hooks
Hook injuries can occur during baiting, casting or while removing hooks from caught fist. If you become hooked, please call the pilot who is trained in hook extraction (if required) and first aid.
Emergencies
Should an emergency occur that is unable to be dealt with at the scene, the pilot is authorised to cancel the Heli-Fishing trip and evacuate the injured person to the closest medical care by the fastest means possible.
If in doubt concerning any issue, please ask our team.
This confirmation is a tax invoice for your booking.
INFLITE - GST: 109-091-502
