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Helicopter Ride Gold Coast - 10 Min Coastal City Experience

Tour Code: 1223

Operated By: Sea World Helicopters

Departing: Gold Coast

Gold Coast Express 10 Min Heli Scenic Flight
  • Express helicopter flight showcasing the Gold Coast’s top sights, including the city skyline, coastline, Q1, Jewel, Broadwater, The Spit, and South Stradbroke Island.
  • A 10 minutue scenic helicopter ride the whole family can enjoy together — with no minimum age to fly.
  • An ideal choice for those short on time but eager to experience the best of the Gold Coast in one unforgettable tour.

Included In Price

  • 10 minute helicopter flight over Gold Coast City, the Q1 & the Jewel, Broadwater & The Spit and South Stradbroke Island
  • In flight commentaries by your helicopter pilot
  • Local pilots will show all the points of interest on the Gold Coast coastline
  • Modern & comfortable helicopters with air-conditioning
  • State of the art helicopters, we only use turbine helicopters for safety

10-minute unforgettable helicopter ride over the Gold Coast offering a thrilling way to see the region from above. This 10-minute scenic flight is ideal for families and first-time flyers, capturing sweeping views of the coastline and the city’s iconic skyline.

What to Expect

Lift off from the Gold Coast and fly north over Broadwater before crossing the golden shoreline of Main Beach. From the sky, you’ll trace the spectacular curve of the coastline heading south, passing directly over the heart of the Gold Coast’s famous Surfers Paradise skyline. This part of Gold Coast City is known for its soaring high-rises, including the landmark Q1 building, which rises 1,056 feet above sea level and dominates the cityscape.

As your helicopter tracks further south towards Broadbeach, sweeping aerial views open up of Burleigh Heads and the distant headland of Point Danger. The aircraft then descends in a graceful arc over Broadbeach before turning back north, providing stunning panoramic views of the coastline.

On the return journey, you’ll pass once again over Surfers Paradise and glide over Porpoise Point before circling South Stradbroke Island. This part of the flight captures a breathtaking perspective of the island’s natural beauty and contrasts it with the urban architecture of the Gold Coast.

Before touching down, enjoy a final sweep over the Broadwater and take in spectacular bird’s-eye views of the city’s waterways, Sea World Theme Park, and the southern tip of the Spit.

 

Features and Highlights

  • Fly Over the Gold Coast Broadwater: Start your scenic helicopter journey with a flight over the tranquil waterways and bustling marinas of the Gold Coast Broadwater.
  • Main Beach to Surfers Paradise: Travel the full coastal strip with aerial views of the golden beaches and city skyline.
  • Iconic Q1 Building: Witness the sheer scale of the Q1, Australia’s tallest residential tower, from a unique overhead angle.
  • Southern Coastline Scenery: See the stunning Burleigh Heads and Point Danger from above, framed by the turquoise Coral Sea.
  • South Stradbroke Island Flyover: Capture aerial images of this unspoiled barrier island and its contrast to the urban coastline.
  • Final Pass Over City Landmarks: Enjoy views of Sea World, the Spit, and central Gold Coast before landing back at the heliport.

Is this experience suitable for me?

Yes, this experience is suitable for anyone short of time & budget conscious but still wanting to experience Gold Coast at its best.

Wherever you are a scenic flight will add perspective to your visit. Imagine flying above the Great Barrier Reef or the Tropical Rainforest... this is now well in your reach.

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Read all the things you need to know before you go on the Tour Specialists Blog.

Tour Languages Offered
  • English
Departs From

Gold Coast

Departure Time

Departs from 10.30am to 4.30pm

Departure Instructions

Departs from Sea World Helicopter’s terminal - Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217

Destinations
  • Gold Coast City
  • The Q1 & the Jewel
  • Broadwater & The Spit
  • South Stradbroke Island
Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Daily

Duration

Allow 35 minutes in total
10 minute scenic flight

Available for Purchase / Hire
  • One way or return transfers
  • Merchandise
  • Sea World tickets
Fitness Level Required

Low

Restrictions
  • Passengers’ weights are to be supplied upon booking, a weight variance of more than 10% may incur full cancellation on the spot with no refund.
  • In the situation where a passenger is over 110kgs but below 125kgs our staff have discretion to enact the Comfort Seat Charge dependant on the passenger mix of the flight. Where a passenger is over 125kgs the charge is mandatory. When the Comfort Seat Charge is enacted a spare seat will be allocated next to the passenger. This seat charge will be at 50% of the regular retail seat price.
  • Minimum passenger numbers may be required for this flight to depart

Weight: Up to 125 Kg / 276 Lb

Additional Information

Flight paths and journey time may vary depending on flying conditions and Air Traffic Control.

Your camera for some amazing aerial photos

  • No minimum age required to fly
  • Child price applies to children age 2 to 12
  • Children under 2 travel free

Our T&C's:

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.

Additional Tour Operator's T&Cs:

Cancellation

SWH reserves the right to cancel any product and refuse entry where SWH reasonably believes same has been obtained in an unlawful or improper manner or in breach of these Terms & Conditions.
If you have pre-booked a tour or charter the following cancellation conditions apply:
More than 7 days’ notice: No Charge
Between 6 days and four days’ notice: 20% charge of full fare
Less than 72 hours’ notice: No refund

Weather Cancelations

Flights cancelled or postponed due to weather will be considered a cancellation by Sea World Helicopters on safety grounds and will not be charged, except in some cases where costs have already been incurred.
Sea World Helicopters will make every effort to advise clients in advance of forecast weather conditions that may restrict flight operations. We will endeavour to provide advance notice of the potential for delay or cancellation in order to provide clients with as much time as possible for alternative arrangements or to reschedule as necessary.
Flights cancelled due to weather that cannot be rescheduled and that have already been paid for in advance will receive a full refund.

Closure

SWH may impose restrictions or limitations on access to flights at any time. SWH may close premises on a permanent or temporary basis due to inclement weather, safety, refurbishment, maintenance, Acts of God or other reasons.
Extensions to the validity of any ticket you have purchased from us or refunds as a result of limited visitation, suspension, premises or ride closure are not granted (subject to any requirements at law to the contrary).

Buying for someone else 

If you have purchased a product for someone else, then you must make available or known to them these Terms & Conditions and by their attendance they shall be deemed to have accepted these Terms & Conditions.

Conditions of entry 

You agree to comply with the Conditions of Entry and any other conditions displayed at the front gate of the premises therein. SWH may cancel or suspend your pass and/or remove you from the premises if you breach any of the Conditions of Entry. 

Family Packages and VIP Packages

Our family & VIP packages can seat up to 6 people subject to weight restrictions, combined weight above 430kgs will be subject to Pilot approval. 

Helicopter Tours and Charter Tours

Flights quoted are charters subject to aircraft availability, weather conditions and air traffic control. All flights are covered by airline passenger seat insurance. We require a minimum number of 4 passengers per flight, however, if you have only 1 or 2 passengers, we’ll match you up with another group. Tours and prices are subject to change without notice. Flight routes are constant, flight times are approximate only and may vary according to helicopter type, number of passengers and/or weather conditions.

Passengers’ weights are to be supplied upon booking, a weight variance of more than 10% may incur full cancellation on the spot with no refund.

Comfort seat charge

In the situation where a passenger is over 110kgs but below 125kgs our staff have discretion to enact the Comfort Seat Charge dependant on the passenger mix of the flight. Where a passenger is over 125kgs the charge is mandatory. When the Comfort Seat Charge is enacted a spare seat will be allocated next to the passenger. This seat charge will be at 50% of the regular retail seat price.
Accurate passenger weights are critical for the safe operation of helicopters, please ensure that any supplied passengers’ weights are as accurate as possible. Sea World Helicopters are required by law to measure the weights of all passengers and any cargo that are transported on our helicopters before flight and mismatches between supplied and actual weights can lead to significant delays or non-refundable cancellations in some circumstances.

Front Seat Passengers 

Due to weight restrictions and helicopter weight and balance calculations, the total weight of the two front seat passengers must be 160 kilograms maximum or less. Not available to any passenger younger than 2 years old or guests needing assistance into the helicopter due to tight entry area. Staff will allocate seats under CASA regulation and pilot approval and supervision
Fare types:
Age: 0 – 1 (Infant) -: Fly free, must be accompanied by an adult carer and the aircraft must have minimum paid passenger numbers. 
Age: 2 -12 (Child) -: Children’s pricing, must be accompanied by an adult carer and the aircraft must have minimum paid passenger numbers.
Age: 13 or above: (Adult) -: Adult pricing and the aircraft must have minimum paid passenger numbers.

Pricing

All product prices are in Australian dollars and are inclusive of GST. Any purchase you make will be charged in Australian dollars and you shall be solely liable for any currency conversion fee charged by your credit card provider.
Non-redeemable 

All products cannot be redeemed for cash, are non-refundable (subject to management discretion and any requirements under the Australian Consumer Law or other applicable laws), not exchangeable or transferrable and cannot be resold. 

Change

The information on the Website (including prices and product offerings) may change at any time without notice. The availability of products shown or referred to on the Website is subject to change, delay, cancellation or closure due to inclement weather, preventative maintenance, refurbishment or other operational requirements.
Indemnity & release 

You agree to indemnify SWH for any loss or damage that it may suffer or for any costs it may incur in connection with any breach by you of these Terms & Conditions. You further agree to release SWH from any claim, loss or damage incurred as a result of any error, omission or misrepresentation in the Websites. 

Consent to filming during flight

SWH may make images and recordings of all the passengers on the flight you are on (‘filming’). Such filming may be for a tour video of you to be sold or provided to you by SWH after the flight or it may be a tour video of another passenger in which you are filmed incidentally.
You give us consent to film you (and where you are the parent or legal guardian of a passenger who is a child, you give us consent to film the child) and to sell or provide the images and recordings as a tour video to you or another passenger of the flight exclusively.

SWH will not use or provide the images and recordings for any other purpose and SWH shall make reasonable endeavours to delete all images and recordings as soon as reasonably practicable. You agree that SWH is the owner of the copyright in the images and recordings and any tour video made with the images and recordings.

Helicopter Ride Gold Coast - 10 Min Coastal City Experience

Tour Code: 1223

Operated By: Sea World Helicopters

Departing: Gold Coast

Gold Coast Express 10 Min Heli Scenic Flight

From

au$165.00

Prices are AUD, per adult and include all levies fees and taxes.

Child: au$155.00
Family: au$640.00

Tour Code: 1223

From

au$ 165.00

13 yrs & over

2 - 12 yrs

0 - 1 yrs

Ages of Children
(Discounts May Apply)
Phone
1300 761 612
WhatsApp
+61 427 074 745
Phone
1300 761 612
WhatsApp
+61 427 074 745

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