7 Hunter Valley Helicopter Tours Worth the Flight

1.Hunter Valley Wine Country Helicopter Flight from Cessnock

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · from $78Our pick

Take a 10-minute flight from Cessnock Aerodrome over Hunter Valley vineyards, Hunter Valley Gardens, Cypress Lakes Golf Course, and the Broken Back Range. With no more than three passengers, you get a close-up aerial view and a pilot-led introduction to the region. Hotel pickup is available for an extra fee.

“We really had a great time and a lovely experience, the pilot was very friendly will recommend to everyone ❤️❤️”

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2.Hunter Express Helicopter Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · from $50Best value

You’ll fly from Cessnock Airport with Hunter Valley Helicopters for a six-minute private scenic flight over the valley. A pre-flight briefing, headsets with microphones, and a window seat for every passenger make this a friendly first helicopter ride. The pilot points out key sights as you go.

“It was a great experience flying in a helicopter for a short trip. The pilot and the ground staff were very friendly and guided us well. It was a value for money experience, not much rush, and well managed. One more tick on my bucket list.”

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3.3-Hour Hunter Valley Scenic Helicopter Tour Including 3-Course Lunch from Cessnock

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · from $290

You’ll take a private 15-minute helicopter flight from Cessnock with pilots such as Michael, Nick, Grayson, or Byron, depending on the day. Look down on Hunter Valley vineyards, gardens, and Cypress Lakes golf course, then land for a three-course restaurant lunch. The flight carries two or three adults.

“Great pilot great flight and experience ....highly recommend the restaurant and wine tasting....was raining on the day but it didn’t dampen the experience”

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4.Hunter Valley Broken Back Range Helicopter Flight from Cessnock

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · from $118

Fly from Cessnock Aerodrome over Hunter Valley vineyards, Hunter Valley Gardens, Cypress Lakes Golf Course, the Broken Back Range, and Mount View. With no more than three passengers per helicopter, you get a close-up aerial view and a pilot who can point out the sights. Hotel pickup is available for an extra fee.

“We booked the 20 minute flight over the Hunter Valley Gardens and the experience was great. The pilot was friendly and professional and took his time to explain everything. Only caution for anyone booking this is that bad weather may result Read more”

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5.Hunter Valley Helicopter Tour with a Bubbly Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $436

Take off from Cessnock Airport with Aero Logistics Helicopters for a small-group flight over Hunter Valley vineyards, wineries, and surrounding hills. Your pilot provides live commentary through a headset, then lands at Peterson House, where you enjoy a bubbly breakfast on the Restaurant Cuvee verandah. The flight and breakfast take about two to three hours in total.

“Great birthday present for my partner and pilot was knowledgable and friendly. Would recommend to everyone it was a great experience and can’t wait to go back on something similar.”

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6.Hunter Valley Romantic Bubbly Breakfast Helicopter Tour from Cessnock

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $222

Start at Cessnock Airport for a private 15-minute helicopter flight over the Hunter Valley, then land near Peterson House or Cafe Enzo for a champagne breakfast. Pilot Adam has earned praise for his calm, friendly service. The experience lasts about 2 to 3 hours and suits couples celebrating a special occasion.

“Excellent time! Great Crew, good commentary, awesome Champagne Breakfast, brilliant flight around the surrounding area. Thanks Viator. Keith & Tatiana”

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7.3 Hour Helicopter Wine Tasting Tour in Hunter Valley

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $225

Take a private helicopter from Cessnock Airport over Hunter Valley vineyards and Hunter Valley Gardens, stopping at two wineries for one-hour tastings. The tour lasts about three hours, carries no more than three people, and may be flown by Grayson, a highly praised local pilot.

“Grayson the pilot is a real professional and a nice guy. We asked to fly over my brother's property in the Hunter Valley and it was no problem for him. Really easy going and adaptable. We went to Ivanhoe winery first and it has beautiful gardRead more”

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