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The 15 Best Helicopter Tours in Australia

107 flights  ·  from $49 a seat

The reef from above, Uluru at last light and the Hunter Valley by air. The 15 below compare flight length, what is included on landing and how far out of the city each one departs.

Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Scenic Helicopter Flight - A smoother ride aboard Evolution
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Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Scenic Helicopter Flight

1.Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Scenic Helicopter Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,003 reviews · 8h 30m · from $279Our pick

Spend a full day aboard Evolution, a 35-meter superyacht, visiting Saxon Reef and Hastings Reef. Snorkel, add a scuba session, and take a 10-minute helicopter flight over the reef. The crew provides gear, stinger suits, lunch, and return-journey wine with cheese and biscuits.

“The trip was exceptional and we were all made to feel individually special. Smashing BBQ lunch with steak and prawns, hilarious and down to earth staff who make safety briefings fun and a jam packed day with reef snorkelling (away from any other boat and crowd) and helicopter ride. Will recommend this trip to anyone visiting Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef! The wine on the return journey and sun cream being provided were great touches. The staff couldn’t do more to help!”

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Sydney Harbour Scenic Helicopter Flight - Sydney Harbour, Opera House, and Harbour Bridge
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Sydney Harbour Scenic Helicopter Flight

2.Sydney Harbour Scenic Helicopter Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 649 reviews · from $179Top rated

Fly from Sydney Airport over Maroubra, Coogee, Clovelly, Bondi, the sandstone cliffs, and Sydney Harbour. Your pilot provides live commentary, and select hotel pickups plus a return shuttle to Circular Quay make this a handy way to see a lot in one short flight. Shared helicopters carry up to six passengers.

“This was our first-ever helicopter experience, and it was absolutely incredible! My husband, teenage son, and I were originally scheduled to fly the day before, but our flight was canceled due to an incoming storm. In hindsight, we were so Read more”

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Uluru 15-Minute Helicopter Experience - From your resort hotel to Ayers Rock Airport
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Uluru 15-Minute Helicopter Experience

3.Uluru 15-Minute Helicopter Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 548 reviews · 15 min · from $145

Fly from Yulara to see Uluru and the Red Centre from a helicopter’s bubble windows. Professional Helicopter Services provides hotel pickup, a safety briefing, and live English commentary. Pilots including Emily and Jaden have been praised for smooth flying and making sure passengers on both sides get a good view.

“Our pilot was very informative and friendly. The ride and views were amazing”

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Yulara: Uluru & Kata Tjuta 25-Minute Helicopter Experience - The Yulara pickup and transfer
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Yulara: Uluru & Kata Tjuta 25-Minute Helicopter Experience

4.Yulara: Uluru & Kata Tjuta 25-Minute Helicopter Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 536 reviews · 1 hour · from $237

From Yulara, you’ll ride an air-conditioned bus to the helipad, watch a short safety briefing, then fly for 25 minutes over Uluru and Kata Tjuṯa. Pilots such as Cal, David, Jake, and Jimmy have provided informative commentary, with turns designed to give every passenger a clear view. The flight avoids directly crossing the sacred formations.

“Had a great experience. Very happy with the most wonderful people running the show.”

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Full Day Reef Cruise and 10 Minute Helicopter Scenic Flight - The 8 a.m. departure from Cairns
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Full Day Reef Cruise and 10 Minute Helicopter Scenic Flight

5.Full Day Reef Cruise and 10 Minute Helicopter Scenic Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 340 reviews · from $283

Spend about 8.5 hours aboard Down Under Cruise and Dive’s Evolution, visiting two outer reef sites near Cairns. Snorkel, swim, or choose an introductory or certified scuba experience, then see the reef from a helicopter. Expect a large, professional operation with a BBQ buffet, helpful crew, and a maximum of 36 people.

“This was a great trip. Great crew, helpful and informative and so much to offer!! Helicopter added to our booking was excellent. Such an awesome way to see the reef!”

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Sydney: 20-Minute Shared Helicopter Ride over Sydney Harbour - Taronga Zoo, Watson’s Bay and Rose Bay
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Sydney: 20-Minute Shared Helicopter Ride over Sydney Harbour

6.20-Minute Shared Helicopter Ride over Sydney Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 226 reviews · 20 min · from $176

Fly over Sydney Harbour, the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Taronga Zoo, Watson’s Bay, Rose Bay and Manly Cove on a 20-minute shared flight. Your pilot provides live commentary, while a fixed shuttle can collect you from Circular Quay or Darling Harbour. Allow extra time beyond the flight for transfer, check-in and refreshments.

“Great experience! Everything went very smoothly, everybody was super friendly anf the views were one of a kind.”

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Gold Coast: Coastal City Scenic Helicopter Flight - Surfers Paradise and the 1,056-foot Q1
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Gold Coast: Coastal City Scenic Helicopter Flight

7.Coastal City Scenic Helicopter Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 151 reviews · from $109

Take a 10-minute Gold Coast helicopter flight from the Sea World Helicopters terminal. Your English-speaking pilot points out the Broadwater, Main Beach, Surfers Paradise, Q1, Broadbeach, Burleigh Heads, Point Danger, South Stradbroke Island, and Sea World from an air-conditioned Airbus. Flights run morning and afternoon for groups of up to six.

“Best fun in Gold Coast. Second to the DC rivals Hypercoaster”

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Yulara: Uluru and Kata Tjuta Sunset Helicopter Tour - From Ayers Rock Resort to the runway
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Yulara: Uluru and Kata Tjuta Sunset Helicopter Tour

8.Yulara: Uluru and Kata Tjuta Sunset Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 148 reviews · 36 min · from $318

From Ayers Rock Resort, you’ll fly over Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, the western face of Kata Tjuta, Walpa Gorge, and the Valley of the Winds. Pilots such as Cal, George, Emily, and Tia have been praised for calm flying and clear commentary. The route respects the cultural importance of the rocks rather than flying directly over them.

“The most amazing views ever! Had the best pilot and ground crew, they really made the experience great!”

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Gold Coast: Sea World and Broadwater Scenic Helicopter Tour - From Sea World to the Broadwater
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Gold Coast: Sea World and Broadwater Scenic Helicopter Tour

9.Sea World and Broadwater Scenic Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 139 reviews · from $63

Take a five-minute scenic helicopter flight from the Sea World terminal over Gold Coast beaches, Broadwater, Q1, South Stradbroke Island and the Hinterland. Your English-speaking pilot provides live commentary, and you can take photos from the air. Allow about 20 minutes in total for check-in, briefing and flight time.

“Fantastic staff who were all engaging and hyper focused on your safety. Pilot was helpful in pointing out the areas we could see, amazing experience”

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Gold Coast: Jet Boat Ride and Scenic Helicopter Tour - Bring clothes you do not mind getting soaked
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Gold Coast: Jet Boat Ride and Scenic Helicopter Tour

10.Jet Boat Ride and Scenic Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 127 reviews · 1h 30m · from $148

You get a 55-minute jet boat ride with sharp turns and 360-degree spins, followed by a 10-minute helicopter flight over Broadbeach, Surfers Paradise, Q1, SeaWorld, and South Stradbroke Island. Guides such as Toby and Jake have been praised for lively commentary. The helicopter ends at Marina Mirage, so plan your own return.

“Fantastic view from tour, very professional and friendly pilot”

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Gold Coast Helicopter 10 min Flight and Jet Boat Ride - The transfer from boat to helicopter
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Gold Coast Helicopter 10 min Flight and Jet Boat Ride

11.Gold Coast Helicopter 10 min Flight and Jet Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · from $212

Start near Surfers Paradise with a 55-minute jet boat ride across the Broadwater, including power slides and 360-degree spins. Then transfer to the Sheraton Mirage Heliport for a 10-minute flight over Q1, Broadbeach, Surfers Paradise, Main Beach, Sea World, and South Stradbroke Island. Bring a change of clothes and allow time for transfers.

“The boat ride was great fun. Although, we did get wet even with the rain coats on, we did not mind it one bit. It was exhilarating.”

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King's Canyon: 15-minute Scenic Helicopter Tour - The Lost City and Garden of Eden from above
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King’s Canyon: 15-minute Scenic Helicopter Tour

12.King’s Canyon: 15-minute Scenic Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 78 reviews · 15 min · from $152

Meet your pilot at the Professional Helicopter Services helipad at Kings Canyon Resort for a 15-minute flight over Watarrka National Park. You’ll follow Kings Creek, see the Lost City, Garden of Eden and Carmichael Crag, and hear live English commentary. Closed-toe shoes are required, and departure times are confirmed after booking.

“It really was awesome! I had thought a 15 minute flight would be too short but in fact it's a perfect time frame. We flew over Kings Canyon several times accompanied by great commentary and got a great appreciation of this truly magical spot.”

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Colours of Broome: Stunning 30-Minute Scenic Helicopter Flight - Cable Beach, tides, and marine life
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Colours of Broome: Stunning 30-Minute Scenic Helicopter Flight

13.Colours of Broome: Stunning 30-Minute Scenic Helicopter Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · from $307

Take a small-group helicopter flight over Broome with pilot commentary, hotel pickup, and views of Cable Beach, Willie Creek, Gantheaume Point, Roebuck Bay, and Dampier Creek. Pilots including Rob, Abby, Hilary, Mitch, and Tyla are praised for friendly service and local insight. The flight carries no more than three passengers.

“Hillary was awesome, so professional and very friendly, we had a great flight and highly recommend this to anyone coming to Broome”

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Sydney Grand Tour by Helicopter - Checking in at Sydney HeliTours
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Sydney Grand Tour by Helicopter

14.Sydney Grand Tour by Helicopter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · from $258

Fly above Sydney’s beaches and harbour for about 30 minutes, with views of Bondi, Coogee, Manly, Curl Curl, the Opera House, and Harbour Bridge. Sydney HeliTours provides a safety briefing, two-way pilot commentary, and transfers from selected central hotels, with a return shuttle to Circular Quay.

“Fantastic Experience. Would do it again. Easy access and well organised. The whole team has been super great and accommodated my needs. They provide good advise so that your experience is worth while”

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30 Minute Shared Sydney Harbour Scenic Helicopter Tour - Coogee and Bondi from above
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30 Minute Shared Sydney Harbour Scenic Helicopter Tour

15.30 Minute Shared Sydney Harbour Scenic Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 67 reviews · 30 min · from $254

Take a shared 30-minute helicopter flight from Sydney Airport over Coogee, Bondi, Manly, Dee Why, and Curl Curl, then return via Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Opera House, and the city skyline. Your English-speaking pilot provides commentary, with up to six passengers aboard. Hotel transfers may be available from two CBD meeting points.

“My activity was moved to later due to having less people but I wasn’t offered any discount or given the front seat for this inconvenience, I heard from another passenger that he was given a $20 discount and he was allowed to have the front seat, when I asked if I could have the front seat, I was told it’s based on the passengers weight(wasn’t true). All in all though it was a good ride.”

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