The 11 Best Brisbane Helicopter Tours

1.Private Helicopter Scenic Tour of Brisbane – 25min

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · from $178Our pick

Fly from Archerfield Airport on a private 25-minute Brisbane helicopter tour. Your pilot takes you over Mt Gravatt, the CBD, Brisbane River, South Bank, Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Mt Coot-tha, and Walter Taylor Bridge, with Bose headsets and live commentary. Morning and early afternoon departures make this easy to fit into a short Brisbane stay.

“It was a delightful experience and a very comfortable helicopter ride. Our pilot Niko was very friendly and knowledgeable about the areas over which we were flying. I could not recommend this experience more highly!”

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2.Private Brisbane City Helicopter Tour (Daytime Flight Experience)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 37 reviews

Fly privately from Archerfield over Brisbane’s river, CBD, Gabba, Suncorp Stadium, university grounds, inner suburbs, Bay Islands, and the D’Aguilar Range. The experience lasts about 30 minutes, with around 15 minutes in the air. Your pilot provides a noise-cancelling headset and points out landmarks along the way.

“Amazing service!! a safe flight, on time and with excellent service. fully recommended to Private Brisbane city Helicopter Tour. :)”

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3.Sirromet Winery + CBD & Mt Coot-tha Private Helicopter Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews

Fly privately from Archerfield to Sirromet Wines with a route over Mt Coot-tha and Brisbane CBD. Your pilot handles the 30-minute flight, while you enjoy about 90 minutes at the winery for lunch, drinks, or optional wine experiences. The package suits up to three people, with food, alcohol, and tastings charged separately.

“A super fun trip in a small helicopter to a great winery with great food. Our super friendly and competent pilot flew us around Mount coot and then onto the winery where we had gourmet pizza, wine, flights, and an overall great time. The wRead more”

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4.Sunset Private Brisbane CBD + Mt Coot-tha Helicopter Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews

You’ll take a private helicopter flight from Archerfield with up to three people, following the Brisbane River toward South Bank, the CBD, Story Bridge, Suncorp Stadium, the Gabba, the University of Queensland, and Mt Coot-tha. The flight lasts about 22 minutes, with a guaranteed window seat and a return to Archerfield.

“Tim was great! He walked us through everything which made me more comfortable as a first time flyer. Very informative and fun. Would do this again. Thanks again.”

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5.Moreton Island: Tangalooma ATV Quad Bike and Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 12 reviews · 1 day · from $292

Spend a full day at Tangalooma Island Resort with return boat transfers from Brisbane, a 45-minute ATV ride, a 12-minute helicopter flight, a $30 lunch voucher, resort pool access, and evening dolphin watching. You will also receive a sunset cocktail or mocktail and a short Eco Ranger dolphin presentation.

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6.Helicopter Tour – Sirromet Winery & Scenic Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $426

Take a private helicopter from Archerfield Airport over Brisbane CBD, then land at Sirromet Winery in Mount Cotton. You get about 30 minutes of flight time on the Brisbane package, two hours at the winery, and a return flight when you choose. Pilots such as Louis, Louie, and Nico provide commentary and Bose headsets.

“This tour was the highlight of our holiday! Louie was the most pleasant polite and friendly host and pilot. First time helicopter passengers and never once felt nervous or uneasy. Cant recommend highly enough!”

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7.Moreton Island: Tangalooma Snorkel Tour with Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · 1 day · from $292

Travel by boat from Brisbane to Tangalooma for a guided snorkel at The Wrecks, a 12-minute helicopter flight, resort time, lunch, and sunset dolphin viewing. You get a $25 adult lunch voucher, one boat-transfer drink, snorkeling gear, a cocktail or mocktail, and access to pools, bars, the beach, and a day lounge.

“Enjoyed snorkelling the wrecks, although when we landed on the island at 11:50am, we had to report straight to the snorkelling trip area at 12:15, we were then waiting in our group to sign waivers, get the equipment, receive the safety briefing etc. We began snorkelling at 1:45, finishing 30 minutes later. After returning the equipment and getting dry, we went straight to the helicopter area as their desk was closed, and had been since arriving. Our pre booked and paid for helicopter trip almost didn’t happen as they had “finished for the day”. Thankfully they did take us and it was fantastic. Day felt rushed, and considering sunset is…”

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8.Brisbane City – Private Helicopter Sunset Flight – 25min

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $207

Fly privately over Brisbane at sunset with Bekaa Air Helicopters. From Archerfield, your pilot guides you past Mount Gravatt, the University of Queensland, South Bank, Story Bridge, Mount Coot-Tha, and Walter Taylor Bridge. You get about 25 minutes in the air, Bose headsets, city commentary, free parking, and a full flight even if airspace limits change the route.

“1st helicopter experience and the pilot made it relaxing and memorable. We were met with a glass of wine and had great commentary during the flight. 10/10.”

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9.Brisbane And Gold Coast Helicopter Pub Crawl 3 Stops

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $857

Fly from Archerfield with Bekaa Air pilot commentary, Bose headsets, and free parking. Spend about an hour at each of three pub stops: Veresdale, Eagle Heights, and Calypso Bay. The private tour lasts 4 to 5 hours, with about 90 minutes in the air. Alcohol and lunch cost extra.

““We recently did the Brisbane to Gold Coast helicopter pub crawl and it was an unforgettable experience! Louis, our pilot, was incredibly accommodating and professional throughout the day. The journey took us to Sirromet, Eagle HeightRead more”

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10.Helicopter Tour – Spicers Peak Lodge

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $570

You’ll meet Bekaa Air at Archerfield Airport for a safety briefing, then fly with a pilot such as Niko or Declan over the Scenic Rim to Spicers Peak Lodge. Spend up to two hours at the lodge by the pool, in the day spa, or at its restaurant before texting your pilot for the return flight.

“Our adventure to Spicers Lodge was made exceptionally special by our pilot Niko who went above and beyond to ensure a special trip. Incredibly friendly and professional, Niko went out of his way time and again to ensure everything ran smooRead more”

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11.Brisbane and Gold Coast Helicopter Pub Crawl 5 Stops

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $1,215

Fly from Archerfield with Bekaa Air for a private, five-stop pub crawl across southeast Queensland. Pilot Niko and the team handle the flying and commentary, while you choose food and drinks at country, mountain, waterfront, and beach venues. The 7 to 8-hour outing suits groups, birthdays, and staff celebrations.

“Fantastic day out - Niko our pilot was the perfect tour guide, as well as explaining all safety aspects pre flight and during, made us all feel very safe. A consummate professional, knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this company and experience.”

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