The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains are known for their striking contrast between plateau, cliff, and valley landscapes, as well as the famous blue haze produced by the abundant eucalypt trees. The best way to appreciate the evolution of this 18-million-year-old mountain range is from the air. This once-in-a-lifetime 90-minute helicopter experience includes both a Blue Mountains scenic flight and a Sydney Harbour scenic.
The tour begins in the comforts of our modern guest lounge. Upon arrival, you will be greeted and checked in by our expert operations staff. A thorough safety briefing will then be conducted by the pilot inside the spacious lounge area to ensure you feel confident and prepared for your flight.
Before boarding, you’ll have the opportunity to take photos of the helicopter from the ground. Stand in front of it, pose at the side, and make the most of this fantastic photo opportunity! Cameras and video recorders are welcome onboard, so you can capture every incredible moment as you fly over picturesque Sydney Harbour and beyond.
Upon take-off for the Blue Mountains tour, enjoy panoramic views of Sydney with its skyline, Pacific Ocean, and the renowned Botany Bay. The flight continues along the coastline at 500 feet, gliding over Maroubra Beach, the Eastern Suburbs beaches including Coogee and Clovelly, and the world-famous Bondi Beach, where the aquamarine waters sparkle under the Sydney sun. Admire the spectacular houses perched on the sandstone cliffs of Ben Buckler and Vaucluse before heading north toward Sydney Harbour Heads.Entering Sydney Harbour, fly past the Sydney Opera House and the southern pylon of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, flanked by the skyscrapers of North Sydney on one side and the Circular Quay/Sydney CBD on the other. You will follow the Parramatta River at 500 feet, passing the Parramatta CBD, the geographical centre of Sydney, before turning west toward the Blue Mountains.
As you approach, the majestic Three Sisters and the dramatic sandstone cliff faces of the Jamison Valley will unfold beneath you. Witness the cascading Wentworth Falls as their crystal-clear waters tumble into the valley below. Stretching as far as the eye can see, the uniquely Australian eucalyptus forests guide you south toward Sydney’s water catchment area at Warragamba Dam. It’s remarkable to travel from Australia’s largest city to such a remote and untouched landscape in a single flight.
The return journey takes you via Sydney’s south-western suburbs and the Sydney Olympic Site, completing a flight that promises to exceed even the highest expectations. Throughout the journey, your pilot provides informative commentary via voice activated headsets, you will also be able to talk with the pilot and your other passengers whilst on the helicopter.
In the enormous variety of unforgettable Australian locations, it is not hard to see why many people rank the Blue Mountains among their favourites. Situated to the west of Sydney, this rugged wilderness is famed for its unrivalled scenery, including waterfalls, dramatic cliffs, and the famous Three Sisters sandstone rock formation. As stunning as the area is from ground level, imagine how mind-blowing it would be to soar above the eucalyptus forests on your very own Blue Mountain helicopter ride.
At Sydney HeliTours, we offer Blue Mountain helicopter tours that are as thrilling and unforgettable as they are accessible. Whether you want a breathtaking Sydney Scenic Flight, a luxurious afternoon spent testing the finest offerings on a Wine Tasting and Lunch Tour, or convenient, premium A-to-B transfers, you could not be in better hands. Situated just a short 25-minute drive from Sydney CBD, our state-of-the-art facilities are an experience in themselves.
This fascinating area is within easy striking distance of Sydney yet encapsulates all that is wild and glorious about the great Australian outdoors. Soar over the luscious forests and raging waterfalls, snapping shots with your camera that your friends will scarcely be able to comprehend. A Blue Mountain helicopter tour with Sydney HeliTours is not something soon forgotten; join us soon and experience the majesty for yourself.
Whether you are looking for classic Blue Mountain helicopter tours or something a little more esoteric, we are here to help. Our experienced, knowledgeable staff are standing by to discuss your dream scenic helicopter over the Blue Mountains and inform you of any must-see locations, exhilarating additional excursions, or restrictions and logistical issues to be aware of.
When the fun is over, and you return to the heliport, elated, you will already be considering your next helicopter tour with Sydney HeliTours. Luckily, we have a superb range to choose from, including:
If you decide on our highly acclaimed Blue Mountains Scenic Flight, you can expect an exhilarating, adrenaline-fuelled 90-minute helicopter ride that takes in all the captivating scenery of the Blue Mountains and more.
Some sights you will marvel at include:
Tours to the beautiful Blue Mountains can range between 90 minutes and 5 hours, depending on your choice of Blue Mountain helicopter tour. However, as with all Sydney HeliTours charters, you can customise your trip and extend it as much as you like. You can make adjustments (if practical, logistical, and regulatory considerations allow) to spend more time in certain areas. When you take a helicopter to the Blue Mountains with us, we do everything possible to make it the perfect, most memorable experience of a lifetime.
We have several options for your unforgettable helicopter ride in the Blue Mountains. One of them is the sensational Blue Mountains eco-tour, a 5-hour extravaganza that includes an unforgettable 4WD adventure in the heart of the region. Please get in touch with us anytime to discuss any options that interest you or create a customised Blue Mountains helicopter trip.