Helicopter flights Melbourne

If you have never experienced a helicopter ride before, now is the time to tick this once in a lifetime experience off your bucket list. There is something truly magical about taking to the sky with a helicopter tour and seeing the world from a birds eye view. A helicopter ride Melbourne is the perfect gift idea if you’re looking for an experience that will be something they have never done before or they’ve always dreamed of doing. It will take your gift giving to a whole new level and be a memorable gift they’ll look back on for years to come.

How much does a helicopter ride cost in Melbourne?

At RedBalloon, you can find a wide variety of affordable helicopter flights in Melbourne and surrounding regions. Starting at just $175 for a helicopter flight over Melbourne city for 20 minutes, you can enjoy a breathtaking flying experience all within your budget. These range through to $6,090 for a private Great Ocean Road tour with helicopter flight for 2 people, making it the ultimate helicopter experience Melbourne has to offer. This includes one of the most luxurious helicopter scenic flights over the Twelve Apostles, two course lunch, wine and food tastings and local guide.

How long does a helicopter ride go for?

Helicopter rides vary in duration depending on the experience. These start at 7 minutes for a flight over the coastline or 20 minutes for a helicopter flight over Melbourne. These range through to a 60 minute return flight over the Mornington Peninsula or a 75 minute flight over the Great Ocean Road. You will also find plenty of flying experiences in between, so we guarantee you’ll find a helicopter ride to suit the length of time you’re after.

What does a helicopter ride include?

All the helicopter rides at RedBalloon include an experienced and knowledgeable pilot who will be taking you on your flight, a safety briefing before you take off and the perfect photo opportunities of the amazing panoramic views of the areas you’ll fly over. RedBalloon offer a wide range of packages to make your experience even more memorable whether it be on your helicopter ride Melbourne CBD, Coastline, Mornington Peninsula, Yarra Valley and more. Some packages include the options for sitting front seat next to the pilot for the best aerial views, a glass of champagne and antipasto platter, lunch at a winery, a private day tour experience for just you and your plus one, plus many more additional services.

How to dress for a helicopter ride?

We recommend dressing comfortably for your helicopter experience and wearing enclosed or sensible shoes. Take into account if your helicopter ride is stopping for any experiences like lunch and ensure you are dressed appropriately for the location.

What will I see during a helicopter ride in Melbourne?

During your helicopter ride over Melbourne, you will discover spectacular views over the city and a number of other amazing areas. Depending on the flight you pick, your views may vary from the city centre to the coastline and all the way up to the Yarra Valley. Below are some of our top experiences, all offering amazing and different views of Melbourne and surrounds.

• During a 20 minute helicopter flight over Melbourne, enjoy fantastic views of Docklands, Albert Park, Eureka Tower, Rod Laver Arena, the MCG, Exhibition Building and then Eureka and MCG again for good measure. There’s really no better way to see Melbourne!
• The private helicopter flight for 2 Melbourne experience will provide beautiful sights of the city and St Kilda before venturing to the beaches and coastline. You’re private helicopter will take you towards Port Melbourne passing the iconic Luna Park, heading up past the F1 Grand Prix track towards the MCG and new AAMI stadium, before commencing an entire circle of the city.
• The private helicopter flight to the Yarra Valley with lunch will have you marvelling at the spectacular views of the Yarra Valley and Melbourne. Travel over the Yarra River before landing at Zonzo Estate in the famous wine region for a tantalising five course lunch paired with two glasses of wine.

There is no better way to discover Melbourne then from up high with a helicopter ride. Discover the best flights on RedBalloon perfect for treating yourself or gifting to someone special for an upcoming occasion. Don’t know which helicopter ride Melbourne to gift? Don’t worry! Why not give them a RedBalloon gift voucher and let them decide? With plenty of helicopter rides in Melbourne to choose from, they will be spoilt for choice! Starting at $25, gift vouchers can be made to any denomination and are valid for 5 years. Don’t delay, tick a helicopter flight off yours or someone else’s bucket list today!

If you loved our range of helicopter rides in Melbourne, you can also discover plenty more flights in other cities. Explore our range of helicopter experiences in Adelaide, Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Phillip Island and the Great Ocean Road . You can even enjoy a helicopter wine tour at some of the best wine regions in the country.

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