CHC → PMR

Southern Alps

Breathtaking views of the snow-capped peaks forming the spine of the South Island to the west.

Kaikoura Ranges

Dramatic vistas of the Seaward and Inland Kaikoura mountain ranges rising steeply from the earth.

Marlborough Sounds

An aerial perspective of the complex network of sunken river valleys and forested peninsulas.

Kapiti Island

The prominent shape of this steep-sided nature reserve island as you approach the North Island.

Mount Taranaki

On clear days, the perfectly symmetrical volcanic cone may be visible in the far distance to the northwest.

Banks Peninsula

Immediately after takeoff, view the ancient volcanic craters forming Lyttelton and Akaroa Harbours.

Pegasus Bay

The long, sweeping curve of the Canterbury coastline extending north from Christchurch.

Kaikoura Peninsula

The distinct limestone headland where the mountains meet the deep-sea whale-watching canyons.

Cook Strait

Watch the Interislander ferries crossing the turbulent waters between the North and South Islands.

Wellington Region

Glimpses of the capital city and the rugged southern coast of the North Island during the crossing.