Enjoy a scenic helicopter flight over Cape Town and see some of its most important landmarks.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Mobile ticketing: Use your phone or print your voucher
Duration 18 minutes: Check availability to see starting times.
Instant confirmation
Live tour guide: English
Wheelchair accessible
Small group: Limited to 6 participants

Highlights

Get 360-degree aerial views of Cape Town and Table Mountain
Marvel at the majesty of the Twelve Apostles mountain range
Listen to informative commentary from your pilot

Full description

Make your way to the V&A Waterfront Helipad to check in about 15 to 20 minutes before your scheduled shared helicopter flight over the city and coast. Receive a safety briefing on arrival, and then proceed to the beautiful flight deck to see the operation up close and personal while you wait to board your flight. Climb aboard a helicopter and start your adventure with a complete circle around Table Mountain. Continue over the city to see Cape Town Stadium, one of the venues of the 2010 World Cup. Then, travel down the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, passing Signal Hill, Camps Bay and Clifton Beach along the way. Get bird's eye views of the luxury homes, and marvel at the mountains of the Twelve Apostles. Listen to informative commentary from your pilot as you discover some of Cape Town's most iconic landmarks from the air.

Includes

Shared flight
In-flight commentary from your pilot

Hotel pickup and drop-off
In-flight video package (available to purchase at the base)

Covid-19 precautions

You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check

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Meeting point

V&A Waterfront Helipad, 220 East Pier Road, Cape Town.

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Important information

What to bring

Sunglasses

Not allowed

Selfie sticks
Smoking
Alcohol and drugs

Know before you go

The time of the flight is not exact, but you will be sure to see all points listed in the itinerary
The largest helicopter can accommodate up to 6 passengers at once; in case of bigger groups, you will be split into 2 or more helicopters
Solo travelers are welcome to join the tour; in this case the exact take off time will be based on availability and will be confirmed by the local partner a day prior to the flight

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Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 4 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.5/5
Transportation
4.3/5
Value for money
3.5/5

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Great pilot/tour guide. The team in general are very professional and customer focused

November 18, 2020

September 23, 2020

We actually booked the flight for 11:00 a.m., but due to the weather (it was cloudy) it was easily moved to 2:00 p.m.

March 20, 2020

Cape Town: Scenic Helicopter Flight

Cape Town: Scenic Helicopter Flight

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