Helicopter rides on the the Gold Coast. Take to the skies on an unforgettable 15 minute scenic helicopter flight over the stunning Gold Coast. Perfect for families and first-time flyers, this aerial adventure showcases the sparkling coastline and iconic city skyline in one incredible ride.
Come fly with us on a helicopter ride and see the Gold Coast from above. Departing from the Sea World Helicopters Main Beach terminal, this coastal and hinterland scenic flight delivers an unforgettable aerial journey across the Gold Coast’s most iconic landscapes.
The helicopter scenic flight path first follows the shimmering Southport Broadwater before veering out over the coastline just south of Sea World. From here, passengers are treated to elevated views of Surfers Paradise, the towering Q1 skyscraper, and the stylish precincts of Broadbeach offering a new perspective of the Gold Coast.
As the helicopter flight continues inland, you'll pass over Robina Town Centre while enjoying long-range views stretching across the hinterland. Keep your eyes peeled for the outline of Mount Tamborine and the rugged escarpments of Springbrook National Park — both part of the Gold Coast’s World Heritage-listed hinterland.
The flight then arcs back towards the coastline, passing over Burleigh Heads. From this vantage point, distant landmarks such as Point Danger and Coolangatta can be seen. You’ll also enjoy spectacular aerial views of Tallebudgera Creek’s turquoise waters as the aircraft traces a gentle arc around the forested cliffs of Burleigh Head National Park.
As the helicopter returns northbound, you’ll cruise past the Q1 at mid-level altitude, followed by a sweep over Porpoise Point. The final stretch of the flight takes you above the sandy coastline of South Stradbroke Island and back along the Broadwater to Sea World, completing an immersive and visually stunning tour.
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Departs from 2.00pm to 4.30pm
Departs from Sea World Helicopter’s terminal - Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217
January - December
Daily
Allow 45 minutes in total
15 minute scenic flight
Low
Weight: Up to 125 Kg / 276 Lb
Flight paths and journey time may vary depending on flying conditions and Air Traffic Control.
Your camera for some amazing aerial photos
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.
au$250.00
Prices are AUD, per adult and include all levies fees and taxes.
Child:
au$230.00
Family: au$960.00
Tour Code: 1208