Cape Town Helicopters
Scenic Flights
1) The Hopper || Approx. 12-minutes
Cape Town Stadium, Lion’s Head, Clifton & Camps Bay
2) The Atlantico || Approx. 20-minutes
Atlantic Coast: Clifton, Twelve Apostles, Llandudno & Hout Bay
3) Two Oceans* || Approx. 25-minutes
360° view of Table Mountain, Atlantic Coast, Chapmans Peak & False Bay
* This flights include a complimentary catamaran cruise
4) Full Peninsula* || Approx. 50 minutes
Full trip the Cape Peninsula, including a bird's eye view over & around Cape Point, following the Indian Ocean along the cost to False Bay, before heading over the Constantia winelands en-route back to the V&A Waterfront
* This flights include a complimentary sunset catamaran cruise
5) Robben Island || Approx. 20-minutes
Unrivaled Robben Island viewing experience, taking in all the iconic landmarks
6) Twelve Apostles || Approx. 16-minutes
Table Mountain, Lion’s Head, Clifton, Camps Bay, Twelve Apostles & Llandudno
Please note that all flights are on a sharing basis
Explore Experiences - Fynbos Mountain Picnic
Board your private helicopter and enjoy a beautiful picnic excursion in the mountains of the Baskloof Nature Reserve, just above Scarborough along the Atlantic Coast. This 4-hour excursion will tantalize the senses as it brings together the theatre of the Cape’s incredible ocean views and abundance of nature, delicious food and your loved ones.
Must know:
- The ideal start time would be 11.00 and back by 15.00.
- Starting & ending point: Cape Town Helicopters base, V&A Waterfront.
- Full Cape Point Peninsula flight then lunch at Misty Cliffs (Baskloof Private Nature Reserve) then flight back to V&A heli pad.
- Menus are catered based on dietary requirements.
- All drinks and food included.
- We recommend guests enjoy a short walk to Platberg before lunch (15-mintues each way)
- Guests are advised to wear walking shoes and to bring hats.
- Lead time required 72 hours due to landing permissions.
- Amazing setting with views down to the 'crayfish factory'
- Exclusive experience
Explore Experiences - Gin & Tonic on the Mountain
Fly to one of the most unique places along the Atlantic Coast, and enjoy a delicious Gin & Tonic surrounded by nature, in the Baskloof Private Nature Reserve and the Atlantic Ocean below. After a should wonder around the reserve you’ll return to find a delectable Gin Treasure Chest ready for you to enjoy. Feeling a little adventurous? Why not pair your drink with some local fynbos.
Must know:
- This is ideal for afternoon drinks.
- Starting & ending point: Cape Town Helicopters base, V&A Waterfront.
- 20-minute flight to Misty Cliffs (Baskloof Nature Reserve) 60 mins on the ground and 20 mins - return flight (approx. 1,5 hours total time)
- Serving Six dogs Gin and Tonic with a range of condiments and fruit.
- Alternative drinks menu available.
- Includes light snacks.
- 48 hours lead time.
- Exclusive experience
Explore Experiences - 3-Farm Wine Tour
For the wine connoisseur, enjoy three of the Cape’s most iconic and delicious wine farms with your own private wine guide. After departing from our base at the V&A Waterfront, you’ll fly out to Lourensford Wine Estate, your first stop which embodies the true sentiment ‘from grapes to glass’– When it comes to winemaking, they believe in minimal interference, maintaining the purest form of the grapes. It’s all about highlighting the true hero, the wine, and ensuring every single glass of wine takes its drinker on a taste adventure. After your private tasting, you’ll be whisked off to your second stop - the spectacular L’Avenir Wine Estate. Which is known for their local terroir and global flair. L’Avenir celebrates distinctly South African wines with a touch of French flair. They focus on 2 varietals which form the foundation stone of the South African wine industry – tipping their hat to the heritage of Chenin Blanc while embracing the innovation inherent in Pinotage. After your second private tasting of the day, we have saved the best for last – Delaire Graff. Considered the jewel of the Cape Winelands, Delaire Graff Estate is a world-leading destination for wine, art, and hospitality in an unrivalled setting. It is widely known for its luxury and uniqueness combined with their very own distinctive blend of South African hospitality. You are therefore guaranteed to be embraced by the warm and vibey South African spirit. After your final private tasting, enjoy a mouth-watering lunch overlooking the valley before you flight back to the base.
Must know:
- Starting & ending point: Cape Town Helicopters base, V&A Waterfront.
- This is a luxury wine tour led by a wine guide (who flies with the guests)
- Departing at 10.00 and finishes at 16.00 (6-hour experience)
- It involves private tasting at three farms plus lunch at the final farm.
- The farms that are visited are Lourensford, L Avenir and Dela ire Graaff (lunch)
- This includes lunch and drinks at Dela ire Graaff capped at a value.
- Lead time 48 hours - subject to availability & landing permissions.
- Exclusive experience
Explore Experiences - West Coast Mussels & Oysters
With the mussel & oysters beds located in the bay, in front of your destination, they are noticeably in a league of their own, and there is zero compromise of freshness. After a short scenic flight from our base at the V&A Waterfront, to the quiet West Coast town of Saldanha Bay this one-of-a-kind seafood extravaganza is in a league of its own. Hosted by Kyle & Marti, this is one of those experiences where we prefer to say less and let the day speak for itself.
Must know:
Starting & ending point: Cape Town Helicopters base, V&A Waterfront.
A leisurely lunch is served, over a multitude of courses & seafood experiences.
The ideal start time would be 10.30 am back by 15.30 pm.
The flight to Saldanha is 35 minutes one way.
Total experience time is 5,0 hours.
The experience takes place a few metres from the beach.
All food and drinks are included.
Casual West coast feel with true West coast cuisine.
Sun hats and swimming costumes are advisable.
Lead time 72 hours required prior to experience.
Exclusive experience
Explore Experiences - Jonskershoek Mountain Pincnic
Head across to the Cape Winelands for a picnic surround by the natural beauty of the Boland Mountain region. After flying flying over the picturesque town of Stellenbosch, land at our newly built heli-pad high in the mountains of the Jonkershoek Valley. After a beautiful fynbos walk, return to a delectable picnic lunch, paired with unrivaled views and delicious locally sourced wines from Stellenbosch - could there be a better way to spend an afternoon?
Must know:
- The ideal start time would be 12.00 and back by 15.00.
- Starting & ending point: Cape Town Helicopters base, V&A Waterfront.
- Fly over the town of Stellenbosch before landing in the secluded Jonkershoek Mountain range.
- Menus are catered based on dietary requirements.
- All drinks and food included.
- We recommend guests enjoy a short walk before lunch.
- Guests are advised to wear walking shoes and to bring hats.
- Lead time required 72 hours due to landing permissions.
- Amazing setting with views over the valley
- Exclusive experience
Explore Experiences - Sail & Swim Off Clifton
The most relaxing of all our experiences! Set sail from the V&A Waterfront. Your destination, the iconic and blue flag status Clifton 4th Beachfront. Spend the afternoon swimming, snorkeling, SUPing or simply relaxing on board your luxury catamaran. There is a cash bar on board and catering can range from simple snacks, fresh sushi & oysters, to a full on South African braai (BBQ). So eat, swim, play & relax- keep your eyes open for the added bonus of dolphins!
Need to know:
- The ideal start time would be 11h00
- Starting & ending point: Marina, V&A Waterfront.
- Cruise is based on a exclusive use of the catamaran
- Max. capacity is 30 pax per boat
- The cost includes crew, the use of the SUP's and snorkeling equipment
- There is a cash bar on board
- All catering will be at an additional cost, please contact us for prices
- Please remember swimming costumes, sunblock, hats & towels
- Duration: 40 minute cruising time to Clifton|| 2 hours, 30-minutes anchored || 40 minutes cruising time back to the marina
Explore Experiences - Heli-Biking
An experience like no other! Suitable for everyone, from adventure junkies to those looking to dip their toe into downhill mountain biking, there is a trail route for every skill set. Enjoy a short flight from our base at the V&A Waterfront, to collect your rental bike and meet your guide, ex-professional mountain biker Kyle Gifford. Once you've been kitted out, load your bike into one of specially designed bike racks this clip onto our heli and fly onto the most diverse range of mountain biking trails in the Western Cape - MTO Trails Jonkershoek. After a few runs, sit down to enjoy a snack pack and coffee while you reflect the adventures you've just enjoyed before you fly back to Cape Town.
Need to know:
- The ideal start time would be 11h00
- Starting & ending point: Heli Base, V&A Waterfront
- Max. pax 4
- Rate includes flights to & from Stellenbosch, bike rental from Specialized, 2 runs down on the tracks, snack pack
- Helmets and additional kit can be bought at an additional cost
- This is a 4-hour experience