What to Expect

Experience the ultimate in luxury and convenience with a private helicopter ride transfer between Townsville and Magnetic Island. Enjoy air-conditioned comfort and personalized service as you soar over breathtaking landscapes.

Features and Highlights

Private Helicopter Ride Transfer:

• Enjoy the comfort and privacy of your own air-conditioned helicopter for a seamless transfer between Townsville and Magnetic Island.
• Transfers are available to and from our private hangar near Townsville Airport and Nelly Bay on Magnetic Island, conveniently located near Base Backpackers.

Scenic Helicopter Ride Experience:

• Combine your transfer with a scenic flight to explore the beauty of Magnetic Island and its surroundings from a unique aerial perspective.
• Capture stunning photographs of iconic landmarks such as Castle Hill, the prominent pink monolith mountain that defines Townsville's skyline.

Spectacular Aerial Views:

• Embark on a thrilling circumnavigation flight of Magnetic Island, offering unparalleled views of its diverse landscapes and pristine coastline.
• Spot notable landmarks including the sunken wreck of the ship City of Adelaide and other submerged vessels scattered across the reef.

Magnetic Island Exploration:

• Marvel at the natural beauty of Magnetic Island as you fly over Horseshoe Bay, lush pine forests, granite boulders, and picturesque waterfalls (seasonal).
• Discover the island's 23 bays, including Nelly Bay and Geoffrey Bay, from a bird's-eye perspective, gaining insight into its unique geography and marine life.

Seasonal Highlights:

• From July to September, keep an eye out for the annual migration of humpback whales, offering a rare opportunity to witness these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.
• Experience the beauty of Far North Queensland and its coastal wonders, making this helicopter flight an ideal shore tour option for cruise ship passengers seeking adventure and exploration.

All cancellations must be in writing.

We understand things may change, so we have made cancellations very easy.

In every instance we always recommend you purchase travel insurance for life’s last-minute hiccups.

Please see our terms and conditions for details prior to booking.

Operators policy:

At the discretion of the pilot; changes or cancellation of flight times may be necessary due to weather, aircraft availability, air traffic restrictions, or force majeure.

If the client has provided weights and these are found to be inaccurate on the day, to the point that an aircraft would be outside of safety limitations, Townsville Helicopters reserves the right to cancel the flight. In such a case, 100% of the charter fee is payable by the client.

No charge if cancellation occurs up to 48 hours before the agreed departure time.

50% of the total charter fee will be charged if the charter is cancelled between 24 and 48 hours before the scheduled departure time.

100% of the charter fee is payable if the charter is cancelled less than 24 hours before the planned departure time.