Sydney

Sydney Grand Tour by Helicopter

Name: Sydney Grand Tour by Helicopter
Brand: Sydney Helitours
SKU: 3293SYDGRAND
Price: 242.63 USD
Rating: 5.0 (44 reviews)

Sydney, Australia

1 to 30 minutes
Flight time: 30 minutes
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

If you’re short on time in Sydney and won’t be able to visit all of its glorious beaches, admire them from the air instead. This scenic half-hour helicopter flight takes you over the beaches at Coogee, Bondi, Manly, and more. You may even see dolphins or whales (in season), and you’ll definitely get great views of Sydney Harbour, the Opera House, and the Harbour Bridge.

Hotel transfers are available from two central-city hotels
Get a transfer back to Circular Quay after the flight
Learn more about the sights you’ll see via live commentary
Choose a morning or afternoon departure to suit your schedule

What's Included

30 minute helicopter tour
Commentary and interaction with pilot
Complimentary city centre transfers (if required)
Free parking for self drive guests

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Meeting point

Sydney HeliTours
Sydney Airport, 472 Ross Smith Ave, Mascot NSW 2020, Australia
Please arrive 30mins prior to departure

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Pickup details

Our bus transfers are a complimentary service, pickup is available from two different hotels ONLY where guests will be transferred back to Circular Quay after the flight. Transfers are operated on a fixed timetable and are independent to our helicopter flying schedule therefore guests may encounter a waiting period before or after their flight. Alternatively, a taxi can be ordered by Sydney Helitours staff upon request at the guests own expense.

What To Expect

Your scenic helicopter experience starts with pickup from one of two central city hotels, and a transfer to the helipad, where you’ll check in.

After boarding, slip the provided radio headset over your ears for two-way communications with your pilot. Large viewing windows allow for excellent sight lines as your pilot takes off and soars towards the coast. Within minutes of departure you’ll be soaring above the glistening waters of Maroubra Beach as you track north along the coast. Admire the turquoise waters of the Pacific Ocean and the white-sand beaches that scallop Sydney’s coastline. See famous beaches and surfing spots with views that extend from the Northern Beaches to Botany Bay.

From the entrance to Sydney Harbour, your flight path will continue north, passing the golden sands of Manly and Curl Curl Beaches en route to Dee Why and Long Reef. Circle back to Sydney Harbour for views of icons such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Taronga Zoo, and Watsons Bay. Looking toward the horizon, see Sydney stretching out toward the Sydney Olympic site and further to the Blue Mountains.

Back on terra firma, catch a handy shuttle back to Circular Quay in the central city, with plenty of time in your day for more activities.

Sydney Helitours

Admission Ticket Free

Bondi Beach (Pass By)

Coogee Beach (Pass By)

Curl Curl Beach (Pass By)

Manly (Pass By)

Sydney Opera House (Pass By)

Sydney Harbour Bridge (Pass By)

Sydney Harbour (Pass By)

Additional Info

Total weight per passenger: 243 lbs
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infants must sit on laps
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
We operate Robinson helicopters that have a maximum seat limitation of 135kg (297lbs), passengers in excess of this weight will be required to fly in the Eurocopter helicopter and may incur additional cost subject to the number of passengers travelling.
All passengers will be weighed upon check in. Bookings for two where the combined total is 180kg or more in total must book a private flight. Bookings for four guests are more than 360kg may also need to upgrade to a larger EC130 (additional costs and payable direct to the supplier)

All flights are sold on a shared basis where up to 6 passengers may be travelling on the helicopter. Single passenger bookings are welcome however all flights require a minimum of 2 passengers to depart.
If you have an infant (a passenger under 2 years), you will be required to book a private flight for additional cost.
Helicopters are collapsible wheelchair accessible, however the pilot is unable to assist passengers with boarding and disembarking due to occupational, health and safety regulations.
Our bus transfers are a complimentary service, pickup is available from two different hotels ONLY where guests will be transferred back to Circular Quay after the flight
You will receive confirmation of your flight time and scheduled pickup time from a City hotel (if required) via email.
If you do not require transfer or are staying in an area outside the City you can make your own way to our base, check-in is 30 minutes prior to the confirmed departure time.
Please ensure that we have a phone number (including country code if applicable) for when you are in Sydney in case we need to get in contact with you on the day of the flight.
Individual passengers in excess of 110kg can't be confirmed on shared flights due to aircraft limitations and operating capacities.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 2 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 2 full days before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Traveler Photos

Featured review

Joerg_T

The pickup in the city worked very well, everything went very quickly and the Sydney Heli Tours team was very professional. The flight itself took 35 minutes and went from the heliport at the international airport over the city with great views of the opera house, harbor bridge and the harbor. Then we went across the entire harbor to Manly, and down the entire coast to behind Bondi Beach, from here back to the heliport with subsequent transport back to the city. thank you for this great experience

Reviews

5.0

44 reviews

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Great Experience

Felipe_H, Apr 2024

A must do, whenever in Sydney. 🙌🏿 The driver, pilots, and crew go above and beyond to make sure you have a great time.

Heliflight Sydney

Joerg_T, Mar 2024

Surprise the parents !

Orla_E, Feb 2024

In the words of father: if you want to see Sydney this is the way to do it In the words of my mother: very good 👍🏻

Exciting, interesting and fun!

John_T, Jan 2024

Really enjoyed this tour, the pilot was informative and flew a good route that gave us some amazing shots / pics of Sydney harbour, Bondi beach etc. definitely worth a trip if you fancy adding a touch of luxury to your holiday!

Fabulous Flight

Gale_H, Jan 2024

The flight was a good half hour and we got to see the Harbor Bridge and Opera House from several angles. Also, a beautiful tour of the beaches. This was the highlight of our Sydney trip! A fabulous time.

Family friendly

Lisa_N, Dec 2023

We had 3 adults and 2 kids, 4 of which were having their first flight ever in a helicopter, our pilot Max was fabulous, the checking staff were friendly and explained the process, great trip had by all.

Seeing all of Sydney -...

JohnF_G, Oct 2023

Seeing all of Sydney - beaches from Marroubra to Curl Curl, Sydney Harbour, views to the Blue Mountains. Great pilot, Brett

Great value, great experience, lifetime memories

Dymphna_M, Sep 2023

Fantastic trip and a great pilot guide. Loved every moment and came away thrilled from the experience, with a phone full of brilliant pics.

Miss this and you’ll miss out!

Nick_W, Jun 2023

To be honest this was simply phenomenal! Outstanding experience modelled by perfect conditions. Very clear guidance, instruction and commentary of notable landmarks which was done informally yet professionally. If in Sydney you gotta give it a go. Worth every dollar.

Amazing experience

NurhidayuBinte_M, Jun 2023

Friendly staff at the ctr.we managed to get a drop off back to city.smooth drive back.heli ride was amazing.so cool my son fell aslp halfway.n as per pilot.its normal tt kids fell aslp in the ride.

The best gift for new year

Supaporn_S, Jan 2023

This is best new year ever 🎉thank you for the pilot who welcomed me with his warm smile makes me so comfortable with the trip 🙏and the experience was incredible.100%I will do it again 🤍

Fantastic experience

Kristine_W, Jan 2023

Excellent helicopter ride. From beginning to end it was very professional. Pilot Jake was fantastic.

Fantastic Experience....

Salma_A, Jan 2023

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

Heavenly.

Suhas_S, Dec 2022

Sun hiding behind clouds & coming out many times during flight. This changef colour of ocean. It was beautiful!!!

Views for days

Charlotte_L, Nov 2022

Fantastic experience to see a lot of Sydney and the surrouding areas, breath taking views views, and a great pilot showing us the sights..would recommend to anyone 😄

Awesome

Joaodosreis_F, May 2022

The service was Amazing and everyone is friendly. We also loved the experience and would definitely do it again.

A " must do" when in Sydney.

Ralph_B, Nov 2018

If you want to see the Sydney Harbour and the beaches, take this breath taking heli tour. We took the 30.minute tour and regret not taking the all day tour.

Superb trip! Whole experience of the...

Tracey_E, Oct 2017

Superb trip! Whole experience of the day was excellent from start to finish! Highly recommended.

Amazing tour, recent and clean...

Yoann G, Jul 2010

Amazing tour, recent and clean helicoptere, lovely pilot. Even though the weather was not that nice, we had a great time and a thrill we will remember for long.

It was fantastic. The staff were...

Lisa M, Apr 2008

It was fantastic. The staff were fabulous. I'd forgotten to call them when we arrived in Sydney but they hadn't forgotten us!! The flight was wonderful and we got some fabulous photos.